Vestibular Physiotherapy · Geelong

Stop the spin.

If the room feels like it is spinning, you feel unsteady walking, or dizziness is affecting your daily life, you are not alone.

The Dizzyotherapist provides physiotherapy with a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation to help identify the cause of dizziness and guide recovery. Many people live with dizziness for months or years without clear answers. Vestibular physiotherapy can assess the inner ear and balance systems and guide targeted rehabilitation.

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About

Hello, I'm Laura Ryan

I'm a physiotherapist with a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation and dizziness conditions. I work with people experiencing vertigo, persistent dizziness, concussion-related symptoms, vestibular migraine and balance problems.

Dizziness can feel confusing and sometimes frightening. My approach centres on clear explanations, thorough assessment and evidence-based rehabilitation so you understand what's happening and feel confident in your recovery.

My goal is to help you return to the activities you love with steadiness and confidence.

✓ Member Australian Physiotherapy Association

Understanding Symptoms

What kind of dizziness do you have?

Vertigo

A spinning or rotational sensation, often caused by inner ear disorders such as BPPV. Can be brief or prolonged depending on the cause.

Balance Problems

Feeling unsteady while standing or walking, caused by vestibular, neurological or sensory system changes.

Persistent Dizziness

Ongoing dizziness following vestibular illness, concussion or migraine sometimes lasting months without clear answers.

Conditions Treated

Conditions vestibular physio can help

BPPV

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo brief spinning triggered by head movement, often resolved with specialised repositioning manoeuvres.

Vestibular Disorders

Including vestibular neuritis and vestibular hypofunction. Treated through targeted vestibular rehabilitation exercises.

Concussion Dizziness

Vestibular symptoms are common after concussion. Rehabilitation restores eye-head coordination and balance.

Vestibular Migraine

Dizziness or vertigo associated with migraine, treated to reduce symptoms and improve tolerance to motion.

Cervicogenic Dizziness

Dizziness arising from the cervical spine, addressed through neck mobility, sensorimotor control and balance rehabilitation.

PPPD

Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness long-lasting dizziness and motion sensitivity following an initial vestibular event.

The Process

How vestibular physiotherapy works

Assessment

Detailed assessment of symptoms, eye movements, balance and positional testing to understand the cause.

Diagnosis

Clinical examination identifies the condition and guides a clear, personalised treatment pathway.

Treatment

Repositioning manoeuvres, gaze stabilisation, balance training and graded motion exposure.

Return to Life

Restore confidence with movement and return safely to the activities that matter to you.

Referrals

GP & self-referrals welcome

You can attend via self-referral or through a referral from your GP or healthcare professional no referral is required to book.

Medicare Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plans can be used for physiotherapy services when arranged by your GP. Speak with your GP if you believe you may be eligible.

Health professionals wishing to refer patients are welcome to contact the clinic for further information.

Consultation fees

Clinic Consultations

In-Clinic

Initial Consultation 60 min $180

Review Consultation 30 min $150

Medicare EPC plans accepted when arranged by your GP.

Mobile Consultations

At Your Home

Initial Consultation 60 min $220

Review Consultation 30 min $190

Includes travel within 15 km of Geelong. Additional fees may apply outside service area.

When to Seek Urgent Care

Seek urgent medical attention if dizziness occurs with sudden severe headache, difficulty speaking, double vision, weakness or numbness, or loss of consciousness.

Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is intended for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. It does not replace assessment, diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. The Dizzyotherapist provides physiotherapy services delivered by a registered physiotherapist with a special interest in vestibular rehabilitation. If you are experiencing severe, sudden or unusual symptoms you should seek medical assessment from a doctor or emergency services promptly. Do not delay seeking medical advice because of information you have read on this website.

Terms & Conditions

Appointments require 24 hours notice for cancellation. Late cancellations or missed appointments without notice may incur a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the consultation fee. Fees are payable at the time of consultation by cash, card or bank transfer unless otherwise arranged in advance. The Dizzyotherapist reserves the right to decline or discontinue services at any time. Mobile consultation availability is subject to location and travel distance. Additional travel fees may apply outside the standard service area. By booking an appointment you agree to these terms and conditions.