Dizziness and Vertigo in Richardson, TX
Regain Balance and Stability from Dizziness & Vertigo in Richardson, TX
Ever had that scary moment where the room starts spinning when you lie down or roll over in bed? Or maybe you’ve felt unsteady doing simple things like bending down to tie your shoes? You’re not alone. These common but frightening experiences happen when there’s a disconnect between what your eyes see, what your inner ear feels, and how your brain processes it all. At On The Move PT & Wellness, we’re here to help you get back to moving confidently through life.
What’s Really Causing Your Dizziness?
Think of your balance system like a three-way conversation between your eyes, inner ear, and brain. When this conversation gets jumbled, you might experience:
The Rolling Over Problem (BPPV)
Tiny crystals in your inner ear have moved to the wrong spot – kind of like having a marble rolling around where it shouldn’t be. This makes you feel like everything’s spinning, especially when you change positions.
The Morning Surprise (Vestibular Neuritis)
Inflammation in your balance nerves can make you feel like you’re on a merry-go-round you can’t stop. You might also feel queasy and have trouble focusing your vision.
The Unpredictable Spells (Meniere’s Disease)
Pressure builds up in your inner ear, causing sudden episodes of spinning along with hearing problems and a feeling of fullness in your ear.
The Migraine Connection
Sometimes migraines don’t just cause headaches – they can make you feel dizzy too, as they affect how your brain and inner ear talk to each other.
How We Help You Feel Better
After figuring out exactly what’s causing your dizziness, we create a treatment plan just for you. Here’s what might be included:
Getting Those Crystals Back Where They Belong
For BPPV, we use gentle positioning techniques to guide those displaced crystals back to their proper home. Think of it like carefully moving a marble through a maze until it reaches the right spot.
Teaching Your Body to Trust Itself Again
We’ll guide you through exercises that help your brain relearn how to keep you steady. It’s like updating your body’s balance software through practice and repetition.
Building Up Your Tolerance
If certain movements make you dizzy, we’ll help you face them gradually and safely. It’s like building up an immunity – the more you practice, the less those movements will bother you.
Extra Help When You Need It
Sometimes medications can help calm severe symptoms so you can focus on getting better. Think of it as pressing pause on the spinning so you can work on fixing the underlying problem.
Common Questions, Simple Answers
What’s the best long-term fix for vertigo?
While medicine can help in the moment, the real solution comes from retraining your balance system through specialized exercises – like teaching your body a new skill that stays with you.
What usually sets off my dizziness?
Quick movements like jumping up from bed or looking up suddenly are common triggers. Busy visual patterns or too much screen time can also make you feel wobbly.
How long will a dizzy spell last?
Usually less than a minute, though some types (like BPPV) might make you dizzy for five minutes or more until you get treatment.
Can not drinking enough water make me dizzy?
Yes! Being dehydrated can affect the fluid in your inner ear, making you feel off-balance. Drinking enough water throughout the day helps prevent this.
How You’ll Benefit from Treatment
When you work with us, you’ll see improvements that make a real difference in your daily life:
- Get Back to Your Normal Routine: Imagine being able to roll over in bed, bend down to pick something up, or look up at high shelves without worrying about getting dizzy. That’s our goal for you.
- Feel More Confident: No more avoiding activities or constantly worrying about when the next dizzy spell might hit. We’ll help you rebuild your confidence in moving around freely.
- Understand Your Symptoms Better: We’ll help you recognize what triggers your dizziness and teach you techniques to manage these situations better. It’s like having a toolbox of solutions ready whenever you need them.
- Long-Lasting Results: Instead of just masking symptoms, our treatment plans address the root cause of your dizziness, giving you lasting relief and control over your condition.
Meet Dr. Carly Thompson
When it comes to your health, you want someone who really gets it. That’s Dr. Carly Thompson. As both the owner of On The Move PT & Wellness and a specialized Physical Therapist, she brings together expertise in several key areas:
- Vestibular and balance issues (that’s the fancy way of saying dizziness and stability problems)
- PWR! for Parkinson’s
- General Physical Therapy
But what really sets Dr. Thompson apart isn’t just her technical knowledge – it’s how she puts you at the center of your care. She believes in creating treatment plans that fit your specific needs and lifestyle, using the latest techniques while keeping things practical and achievable.
At our clinic in Richardson, TX, Dr. Thompson and her team focus on one main goal: helping you overcome whatever’s holding you back so you can live your best life. She’s not just treating symptoms; she’s helping you get back to being you.
Ready to Take Back Control?
Living with dizziness can make even simple activities feel scary and unpredictable. At On The Move PT & Wellness in Richardson, TX, we understand how frustrating and limiting these symptoms can be. Our team, led by Dr. Carly Thompson, specializes in helping people just like you regain their confidence and stability.
Want to know if we can help? We’ll start with a thorough evaluation to understand exactly what’s causing your dizziness. Then we’ll create a clear plan to get you back to doing the things you love – without worry about when the next dizzy spell might strike.
Ready to start feeling steady again? Contact us at (214) 699-9238 today for your evaluation. Let’s work together to get you back to enjoying life without dizziness holding you back.