VESTIBULAR REHAB

VESTIBULAR REHABILITATION

Vestibular disorders include over 25 conditions. They have varying symptoms which may include balance problems, nausea, dizziness and vertigo. These symptoms are a result of the vestibular system, located in the inner ear, parts of your central nervous system, or the balance between the two being affected. These symptoms can occur spontaneously, from trauma or from disease.

 

The most common vestibular disorder is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) and causes short periods of vertigo, a sensation of the room or you spinning in the room. This sensation is induced by head movements. BPPV will affect 2.5% of people within the lifetime and becomes more common with age.

 

Vestibular rehabilitation includes treatment for the central nervous system and the inner ear. This includes a treatment plan specific for the individual with a combination of hands on treatment and exercises to improve balance and decrease dizziness. Our physiotherapists, Suzanne Calli and Erin Gibb have completed post-graduate courses in vestibular assessment and rehabilitation to address an individual’s symptoms and treatment plan.

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

Suzanne Calli
Suzanne Calli
Suzanne Cali
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Erin Gibb

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Suzanne Calli - MScPT

Suzanne obtained her Masters of Physical Therapy from UBC in 2016, after completing her Bachelor of Science (Honors) from Queen’s University. While completing her undergraduate degree she specialized in Neuroscience. Her interest in neurology grew through her continued education, while her interest in rehabilitation was a result of her love of sports and growing up playing volleyball. This passion continues in her practice as a physiotherapist, working with BC Rugby and with local Rugby clubs.

 

Suzanne is currently pursuing her Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy. She has also taken multiple post graduate courses for dry needling, and the treatment of concussions and vestibular disorders. This includes Vestibular Rehabilitation from Emory University. Suzanne is Shift Concussion Management Level 2 provider as well.

 

She has experience treating people of varying ages and injuries from young athletes to those with neurological conditions. Her approach includes a combination of manual therapy, dry needling and exercise, depending on the individual person.

 

In her free time Suzanne enjoys the outdoors whether it be exploring the local mountains, running, cycling or swimming.

Erin Gibb - MScPT, BScPHPY, IMS

Erin completed a Bachelors degree in Physiology and Pharmacology and a Masters degree in Physiotherapy in her hometown at the University of Saskatchewan. She holds further certification in IMS dry needling, concussion and vestibular rehabilitation, and clinical Pilates.

 

Erin has an appreciation for all sports and has worked as a physiotherapist with various sports teams at both amateur and Olympic levels, including soccer, football, and snowboarding.  Erin is passionate about helping people understand their bodies and getting people back to doing the things they love. She has a special interest in ACL rehabilitation, running injuries, and working with the adolescent population. When not treating patients, you can find Erin outdoors biking, running, hiking, snowboarding, doing triathlons or travelling.