Vestibular Clinic
Feeling unsteady on your feet?
Having trouble with your balance can be scary—the first spells of dizziness, falling, and worrying about how to get up and down the stairs can impact your confidence in getting around your home.
Balance problems are often linked to our vestibular system, which is located in the inner ear. The vestibular system, along with our body and brain, helps coordinate our movements in space and can keep us safe on our feet.
If you are experiencing dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems, our audiologists can help determine if these symptoms are related to vestibular dysfunction.
At Wavefront Centre, our vestibular assessment will help you understand why you’re unsteady on your feet and what you need to help your balance improve.
Where can I find a vestibular clinic near me?
Your ears do a lot more than just hear! The auditory and vestibular systems work hard to make sure you stay balanced, and if you’re struggling to stay steady on your feet, that feeling of unsteadiness can be scary to deal with.
At Wavefront Centre, our balance screenings will help you understand why you’re unsteady on your feet and what you need to help your hearing and balance improve.
What can I expect during a vestibular assessment?
During your vestibular assessment and testing, we’ll review d your medical history and symptoms to understand a bit more about you and your health. Then, while wearing specialized goggles, you’ll be asked to perform a series of tasks, such as following a random moving light with your eyes or moving your head or body in certain positions. These tests determine how well your “balance sensors” are working and if your symptoms are related to the inner ear.
After the tests have concluded, we’ll talk with you about the next steps, including any treatment options or additional recommendations.
Are balance disorders exclusively related to inner ear issues?
Not always. Some balance issues can be caused by other factors, neurological conditions, autoimmune diseases, head injuries, and aging.
Nevertheless, we’re happy to determine if an inner ear issue is contribuing to your difficulties and see what we can do to help.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Fill out the form to get started on booking a balance evaluation in our vestibular clinic. Our vestibular audiologist will contact you to complete a screening questionnaire and schedule your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs About Vestibular Assessments
Can’t find an answer?
What are the common symptoms of a vestibular problem?
Common symptoms of a vestibular disorder include:
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Trouble standing upright
- Trouble walking in a straight line or steady pattern
- Hearing loss
- Ringing in your ears (tinnitus)
- Nausea
If you’re experiencing one or more of these symptoms and believe your balance may be at fault, please contact us to set up a balance screening as soon as you can.
How is a vestibular disorder diagnosed?
A vestibular audiologist can diagnose if you’re dealing with a vestibular disorder; our team will run you through a few tests to check your balance, see if hearing loss has contributed to it, and walk you through the next steps for how to treat your balance problems.
What can I expect during a vestibular assessment?
During your vestibular assessment and testing, we’ll go through a series of tests to help determine what your balance is like currently as well as what the potential culprit could be.
We’ll chat with you about your lifestyle and medical history to understand a bit more about you and your health. Then, we’ll take you through the different balance tests to see what you need to get back on your feet.
After the tests have concluded, we’ll talk with you about the next steps, including vestibular rehabilitation therapy and treatment options.
Are balance disorders exclusively related to inner ear issues?
Not always. Some balance issues can be caused by other factors, like a lack of sleep, inflammation, neurological conditions, autoimmune diseases, head injuries, and aging.
Nevertheless, we’re happy to have a look at your balance and see what we can do to help.
Contact Us
Regain your balance and confidence
Dizziness and balance issues can make everyday movements feel uncertain—but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
Our expert audiologists can assess whether your symptoms are linked to vestibular dysfunction and help you find solutions to stay steady on your feet.
Fill out the form to book a balance screening at our vestibular clinic, and we’ll be in touch to arrange a convenient time.
Prefer to speak with someone directly? Call your nearest location to schedule an appointment today.
Mount Pleasant: 604-736-7391
Kitsilano: 778-329-0870
Tri-Cities: 604-942-7397
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