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Non-Surgical Orthopedics

VERTIGO 

Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area Including Chandler, Queen Creek & Beyond

Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.

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OVERVIEW

ABOUT VERTIGO 

Vertigo has the potential to stop life in its tracks. One minute you’re fine, and the next, the room turns around in front of you. The small stuff, walking out of bed, bending to tie one’s shoes, or turning one’s head too quickly, becomes hazardous at times. It’s not just dizziness to most individuals. It’s loss of balance, nausea, and fear of it happening again.

At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Gilbert, AZ, we want to know why it’s happening. In certain patients, it’s caused by tiny crystals in the inner ear moving to areas they shouldn’t move. In others, it’s tension or stiffness in the neck. Whatever it is, we formulate a personalized plan unique to the person standing in front of us. That might include certain movements to move those crystals into place, training to balance to keep steps stable, or exercises to retrain both body and eyes to work together once again.

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Getting started is simple. Call Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Gilbert, AZ, or schedule online. Our staff will answer questions and walk you through what to expect on your first day.

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Vertigo therapy often takes more than one session. Progress builds slowly, but that’s how it lasts. We spread visits over several weeks so your system can adjust without being overwhelmed.

DIAGNOSE

EXAM & IMAGING

The first visit is all about pinpointing the cause. We may check how your balance holds up with eyes open and closed, test how your head and eyes move together, or see if certain positions bring on symptoms. The exam is gentle, but it gives us the roadmap we need.

TREATMENTS

CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM

Treatment depends on what we find. It might involve guided head movements to get inner-ear crystals back where they belong, balance drills to reduce wobbliness, or exercises that retrain your brain’s response to movement.

FOLLOW UP

WE CALL TO CHECK IN

Follow-ups matter because vertigo doesn’t always vanish overnight. We’ll track your progress, add new steps as your balance improves, and give you simple home exercises to keep symptoms from creeping back.

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Customer Reviews

Testimonials for
The MODERN Approach

At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.

450+

5 Star Reviews

13

Locations

100+

Surgeries Avoided

20+

Orthopedic Experts

Janice C. — Google review

I cannot say enough, good things about my experience here. From the moment you walk in the staff is welcoming, kind, and professional, making each appointment something to look forward to rather than a chore. They genuinely listen to your feedback. On days when my pain was elevated, they immediately modified my routine to make sure I was safe and comfortable while still making progress definitely five stars.

   Janice C.
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Jordan H. — Google review

Ryan and the team were incredible. MRI and doctor told me that I had a couple tears in the bottom of my foot after a kickboxing injury. Ryan got me back to walking, exercising, and Muay Thai sooner than expected and with full confidence. Will recommend this team to anyone who needs Physical Therapy.

   Jordan H.
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Brandon L. — Google review

Great group of people. And they know their business. I had trouble standing and walking, but they identified the issues and provided me with the exercises and stretches I needed to allow me to go on my vacation that involved miles of walking. I'm thankful they were there for me.

   Brandon L.
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What Are You Experiencing?

Most people don’t come in knowing exactly what treatment they need. What they do know is that something hurts. That’s all we need to start. Fill out this quick form and just tell us how your pain feels. Once we read through it, we’ll give you a call to talk about what might be causing it and what we can do to help.

  LOW  HIGH  

SEVERE PAIN

If your pain feels unbearable or you can’t think straight, please don’t wait; call 911 or head to the hospital right away. Get the urgent care first. Once you’re safe, we’ll be here to help with the next steps.

MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT

This is the kind of pain that doesn’t stop you completely, but it makes every day harder. Maybe it’s sharp. Maybe it’s dull and won’t let up. Write down what it feels like. We’ll go over it with you and start figuring out what’s behind it.

MINOR PAINS & ACHES

Even the small stuff matters. A stiff back in the morning, sore joints after work, or little aches that keep showing up are all worth paying attention to. Tell us what you’ve been noticing, and we’ll help you stay on top of it before it gets worse.

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Answering Your Questions

Does vertigo always come from the inner ear?

No. While inner-ear issues are common, neck stiffness and other balance problems can trigger it, too. That’s why the evaluation is so important.

Can therapy really stop vertigo attacks?

Often yes. Many patients find relief within the first few visits. For others, it takes longer. The key is sticking with the plan.

What does therapy feel like?

Some sessions involve gentle head movements that may briefly bring on dizziness, but that’s expected. Over time, those same drills reduce the intensity of episodes.

Is vertigo treatment safe for older adults?

Yes. We adapt everything for age, comfort level, and health conditions. Balance training is especially important to lower fall risk.

What if my vertigo keeps coming back?

We teach home strategies to manage flare-ups. If episodes return, another round of therapy at Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Gilbert, AZ, often gets things under control again.

"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."

Josh Adams

MODERN PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE
CEO

"When an athlete gets injured, a team of doctors and therapists evaluates them, orders imaging, and decides the best path forward. If surgery is needed, they go straight to surgery; if not, they get condition-specific physical therapy and targeted injections to speed healing. This is the same process pro athletes use to get back on the field quickly—and at Modern, you can access that same level of care for the same cost as any other physical therapy clinic."   - Josh Adams

Without Advanced Imaging

Your PT

is Operating Blindly.

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY

What sets MODERN PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE apart is that our physical therapists and orthopedists utilize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing. That means care is guided by what we can actually see, not guesswork.

ADVANCED IMAGING + TREATMENT = MODERN

For the same price as ANY other physical therapy clinic...

we TREAT you
like a 200
Million-Dollar
Athlete

For the same price as ANY other physical therapy clinic...

we TREAT you
like a 200
Million-Dollar
Athlete

so you can get back to
work or play
FASTER.