Vestibular Physiotherapy

Vestibular Migraine

A migraine variant where vestibular symptoms — vertigo, dizziness, and imbalance — are the primary features, with or without headache.

(02) 9188 0544Initial assessment: $210

Vestibular migraine is a neurological condition that affects the brain's balance system. It is one of the most common causes of recurring dizziness and vertigo. Unlike a typical migraine, dizziness or vertigo may be the main symptom and can occur with or without a headache.

Risk factors & causes

  • Personal or family history of migraine
  • Stress or anxiety
  • Poor sleep or fatigue
  • Hormonal changes/menopause
  • Certain foods or alcohol
  • Neck pain
  • Dehydration
  • Bright lights, busy visual environments or strong smells

Common symptoms

  • Episodes of dizziness or vertigo (a spinning sensation)
  • Feeling unsteady or off balance
  • Motion sensitivity (such as in cars or busy environments)
  • Light-headedness
  • Sensitivity to light, sound or visual movement
  • Headache before, during or after dizzy episodes
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Difficulty concentrating or feeling "foggy"

Get help with Vestibular Migraine

Book with our Vestibular Physiotherapy team · Initial assessment: $210

Who can help?

A vestibular physiotherapist can assess your symptoms, identify potential triggers and develop an individualised rehabilitation program to reduce dizziness, improve balance and help you confidently return to everyday activities.

Your physiotherapist may also work alongside your GP, neurologist or ENT specialist as part of your care.

How Simba Health treats Vestibular Migraine

Our vestibular physiotherapy clinicians assess the cause of your symptoms and build a personalised, evidence-based plan to treat Vestibular Migraine. With no GP referral required and initial appointments from $210, you can start care quickly at a clinic near you.

Frequently asked questions

No. You can book vestibular physiotherapy directly at Simba Health with no GP referral, so you can start treatment for Vestibular Migraine without delay. Initial appointments start from $210. A referral may still help if you're claiming under a care plan.

Vestibular Migraine is treated under our vestibular physiotherapy service, with initial consultations from $210 and lower follow-up fees. We keep our pricing transparent so you know what to expect before your appointment.

Our vestibular physiotherapy clinicians assess the underlying cause of your symptoms, then build a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan for Vestibular Migraine. Many people start to notice improvement once the right plan is underway.

Not sure this is right for you?

Call us and we'll help you find the right service and clinician for your needs.

(02) 9188 0544