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Abstract
Unilateral peripheral vestibular dysfunction (UPVD) can occur as a result of disease, trauma or post-operatively. The dysfunction is characterized by complaints of dizziness, visual or gaze disturbances and balance impairment. Current management includes medication, physical maneuvers and exercise regimes, the latter known collectively as vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT). There are several mechanisms involved in the recovery of function following unilateral peripheral vestibular lesions. Spontaneous recovery, plasticity of CNS or the substitution of visual and somatosensory cues for the lost vestibular function.
The exercises commonly used in vestibular rehabilitation program are based on vestibular adaptation as well as facilitation of the use of visual and somatosensory cues for balance