NPG Blog
Education is a big part of our practice at Neurological Physiotherapy Geelong. We believe the most powerful tool in aiding your recovery is your mind. Here we will be sharing the latest research and information on various neurological and vestibular conditions, and concussion injuries and performance.
Getting your head right after a concussion
Concussion injuries can affect anyone - from elite sporting injuries to kids playground accidents to an older person falling over - and anyone in between. Concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury and needs to be taken seriously in order to achieve a full and swift recovery.
BPPV - misplaced “crystals” in your inner ear making your world spin
Vertigo, described as a sense of spinning, is a symptom of a number of conditions and can be highly distressing. One of the most common causes of vertigo is BPPV which can be easily diagnosed and treated by an experienced vestibular physiotherapist.
Vestibular Migraine
Vestibular migraine, have you ever heard of this condition, where dizziness is the primary symptom of migraine rather than headache? It’s more common than you realise! BPPV and Vestibular Migraine are the two most common causes of dizziness.