Equilibrium Physical Therapy

Equilibrium Physical Therapy Welcome to EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy! No cookie cutter protocol approach! Balanced physical therapy services for all your rehabilitation needs!

Ventura’s premier clinic for the treatment of Dizziness, Vertigo, Balance, Concussion Management, Sports Medicine, LSVT BIG Parkinson's rehab, Ortho & Neuro out-patient rehab, & physcal therapy supervised Neuro-Function gym programs. We are Ventura County's premier comprehensive vestibular rehabilitation clinic & foremost experts in the evaluation & treatment of vertigo, balance, dizziness, pre-co

ncussion baselines/post-concussion management, & Parkinson's since 2007. At EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy our patients receive individualized care by clinicians who have over 20 years of highly specialized knowledge & clinical experience. From athletes to our Senior patients, we approach patient care with individualized plans specific to meet your unique needs. Ask also about our LSVT BIG Parkinson's rehab program & Neuro-Function Gym, home of Rock Steady Boxing Ventura & Urban Poling!

EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy clinicians are a team of certified specialists in vestibular, vision, and concussion assess...
08/07/2024

EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy clinicians are a team of certified specialists in vestibular, vision, and concussion assessment / management and rehabilitation. We have a referral network across disciplines of healthcare / medical professionals to address the needs of our patients. Established in 2007, we are the premier clinic for Vestibular Rehabilitation and concussion management in Ventura County.

If you suffer from dizziness, vertigo, balance issues, or are suffering from the wffects of a concussion, call today to learn more about us!

❝ Amy and her team are real miracle workers & really specialize in helping individuals with balance or vestibular diffic...
05/02/2024

❝ Amy and her team are real miracle workers & really specialize in helping individuals with balance or vestibular difficulties.

I’m a retired professional athlete who was recommended to Amy, and after working with Amy for 8 weeks using her high tech machines & testing formula, my balance improved tremendously.

I highly recommend EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy for any concussion issues, balance, stroke recovery or vestibular issues. They really do excellent work in this area.❞

– Audley H.
Patient at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy

❓ Are you getting the Physical Therapy or Rehabilitation you may need?

EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy is here to help! 💚

We serve our community with a wide range of physical therapy & rehabilitation services. With comprehensive testing, evaluation and treatment, we help you get back on track and live your best life!

➡️ EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy specializes in:

⭐️ Vestibular Rehab Therapy for Vertigo or other balance issues
⭐️ Sports Rehab
⭐️ Gait Training/Fall Prevention
⭐️ Concussion Management
⭐️ LSVT BIG® Therapy for Parkinson's Disease
⭐️ Neurological Rehab
⭐️ Orthopedic Rehab
⭐️ Workers Comp Injury

Get individualized one-on-one care by clinicians with over 20 years of highly specialized knowledge and clinical experience.

From athletes to our Senior patients, we approach care with personalized treatment plans specific to your unique challenges.

EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy uses state of the art computerized test equipment including the "gold standard" NeuroCom SMART EquiTest Balance Manager, ImPACT cognitive testing, research backed clinical assessment tests and current peer reviewed research to develop comprehensive treatment plans based on proven rehabilitation strategies that address your specific needs.

We are here for you and will help guide you to the quality of life you deserve. ✨

➡️ Call us at EQUILIBRIUM to learn about how Physical Therapy can support you!
📞 805-339-9718

➕ Check out equilibrium-bpc.com to hear more from the people who we’ve had the honor to help and support 💚

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📀 WHOA - Ever get dizzy or feel like you’re spinning? Could be Vertigo.➡️ What is Vertigo? Vertigo is a sensation of eve...
05/01/2024

📀 WHOA - Ever get dizzy or feel like you’re spinning? Could be Vertigo.

➡️ What is Vertigo?

Vertigo is a sensation of everything around you spinning or whirling around you. This dizziness can be triggered by certain movements It's often caused by an inner ear issue, such as a disturbance in the balance mechanism.

🌪️ Vertigo is not a disease, rather it is a symptom of varying conditions. It can be triggered by various factors like chronic illness, inner ear infections, head injuries, migraines or even certain medications.

🌪️ While Vertigo is not usually a serious condition in itself, it can be debilitating and affect your quality of life.

🌪️ On average, Vertigo attacks last several minutes, however they can last as long as days, or even months.

🌪️ Vertigo is more prevalent in older adults, but it can affect people of all ages. It is very common and nearly 40% of Americans experience it at once in their lifetime.

🌪️ While it can be a symptom of a serious underlying condition, in many cases, Vertigo itself is a benign symptom that can be treated effectively.

➡️ Are you experiencing Vertigo?

Get tested and get the treatment you need at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy!

At EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy you will receive personalized one-on-one care from clinicians who have over 20 years of highly specialized knowledge and clinical experience in the treatment of dizziness, vertigo, disequilibrium, imbalance and concussion.

We develop comprehensive treatment plans customized to address each your unique needs, using:
✅ State of the art "gold standard" computerized test equipment
✅ ImPACT cognitive testing
✅ Research backed clinical assessment tests
✅ Current peer reviewed research
✅ Proven rehabilitation strategies

This allows for increased effectiveness of treatment for optimal progress within a shorter course of treatment duration.

EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy is here to guide you in a better quality of life!
➡️ Call us at Equilibrium Physical Therapy today to learn more.
📞805-339-9718

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💪 Looking to boost both body and brain fitness? Check out the range of fitness, strength and movement classes you can ta...
04/30/2024

💪 Looking to boost both body and brain fitness?

Check out the range of fitness, strength and movement classes you can take at The NeuroPerformance Gym at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy!

⚡️ ROCK STEADY BOXING
⚡️ NeuroFunction Fight Club Kickboxing
⚡️ FUNctional YOGA
⚡️ TAI CHI for BALANCE
⚡️ URBAN POLING
⚡️ POUND Unlimited fitness drumming
⚡️ STRENGTH & MOBILITY

➡️ What is the NeuroPerformance Gym?

The NeuroPerformance Gym at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy offers physical therapy supervised wellness programs comprised of researched backed group fitness classes proven to improve functional strength, quality of gait stability, balance and functional independence, which all supports improved quality of life.

Classes are designed for adults age 55+ with or without neurological conditions.
Each class is evidence-based and validated through research to be beneficial for people who have Parkinson's disease and other related neurological disorders.

The Doctors of Physical Therapy who supervise our gym programs are certified specialists in Parkinson's disease; balance and dizziness; and gait and movement disorders, with a combined experience of 22 years.

It is the mission of The NeuroPerformance Gym to provide a safe gym environment for active adults where you readily have access to advice from Doctor of Physical Therapy experts, GET NEURO FIT and live your best life!

➡️ Call us at Equilibrium Physical Therapy for more info, how to register for a class, and even sign-up to observe any NeuroPerformance Gym class for free!
📞 805-339-9718

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🏃🏽‍♂️ Staying active is KEY for better living with Parkinson's!Exercise & physical activity can improve many motor and n...
04/29/2024

🏃🏽‍♂️ Staying active is KEY for better living with Parkinson's!

Exercise & physical activity can improve many motor and non-motor Parkinson’s symptoms.

The Parkinson's Foundation & the American College of Sports Medicine developed the following exercise recommendations & guidelines for safety + effectiveness for those living with Parkinson’s disease (PD):

👉 Aerobic Activity
3 days/week for at least 30 mins/session of continuous or intermittent at moderate to vigorous intensity. 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise/week.

Types of activities: Continuous, rhythmic activities such as brisk walking, running, cycling, swimming, aerobics class.

Safety considerations: Risks of freezing of gait, low blood pressure, blunted heart rate response. Supervision may be required.

👉 Balance, Agility & Multitasking
2-3 days/week. Daily integration if possible.

Activities: Multi-directional stepping, weight shifting, dynamic balance activities, large movements, multitasking such as yoga, tai chi, dance, boxing.

Safety considerations: Concerns w/ cognitive & balance problems. Supervision may be required.

👉 Strength Training
2-3 non-consecutive days/ week for at least 30 mins per session of 10-15 reps for major muscle groups; resistance, speed or power focus.

Activities: Major muscle groups of upper/lower extremities such as using weight machines, resistance bands, light/moderate handheld weights or body weight.

Safety considerations: Muscle stiffness or postural instability may hinder full range of motion.

👉 Stretching
2-3 days/week. Daily is most effective.

Activities: Sustained stretching with deep breathing or dynamic stretching before exercise.

Safety considerations: May require adaptations for flexed posture, osteoporosis and pain.

➡️ Seeing a physical therapist specializing in PD for full functional evaluation is also recommended.

[Source: parkinson.org]

➡️ The NeuroPerformance Gym at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy offers classes across all four of these domains! All are supervised by our physical therapists and taught by coaches who are experts in specialty exercise programs for those with PD. Call to learn more!
📞 805-339-9718

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🌱 Practicing Yoga helps you meet the moment Yoga involves combinations of physical postures and mindful breathing which ...
04/26/2024

🌱 Practicing Yoga helps you meet the moment

Yoga involves combinations of physical postures and mindful breathing which promote physical health & overall well-being.

➡️ Yoga poses, or asanas, support active presence and offer a variety of physical, mental and emotional benefits, including:

♾️ Body Awareness
Holding poses encourages a heightened awareness of your body and its alignment, which can help you understand your body's capabilities, limitation, and areas that may need attention.

♾️ Enhanced Balance & Stability
Balancing poses requires concentration & engagement of stabilizing muscles, enhancing overall balance and stability.

♾️ Joint Health
The gentle stretching involved in holding poses can contribute to joint health by improving flexibility and reducing stiffness.

♾️ Strength Building
Many poses require you to support your body weight in different ways, helping to build and tone muscles, especially beneficial for the core, legs, arms and back.

♾️ Improved Flexibility
Holding yoga poses allows your muscles to lengthen and stretch, promoting increased flexibility, which can improve range of motion & reduce the risk of injuries.

♾️ Posture Improvement
Many yoga poses promote proper alignment and posture, which can contribute to better spinal health with regular practice.

♾️ Increased Patience & Endurance
Holding yoga poses requires patience & mental endurance. Developing these qualities on the mat can translate into improved patience & resilience in everyday life.

♾️ Mind-Body Connection
Holding poses provides an opportunity to focus on the present moment, cultivating mindfulness & concentration, strengthening connection between mind & body.

♾️ Emotional Well-being
The body & breath awareness cultivated in holding poses allows you to experience and process emotions that may arise during your practice, which can benefit emotional well-being.

➡️ The FUNctional Yoga class, offered at the NeuroPerformance Gym at Equilibrium Physical Therapy, incorporates the fundamental principles of alignment & fluid movement, all linked together by the breath. Pose modifications are shown for all fitness levels. Call us to sign-up: 📞 805-339-9718

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💥 Get rocking with ROCK STEADY BOXING!Rock Steady Boxing was one of key exercises involved in the Multimodal Exercise St...
04/25/2024

💥 Get rocking with ROCK STEADY BOXING!

Rock Steady Boxing was one of key exercises involved in the Multimodal Exercise Study (as pictured!) lead by Cal State Northridge (CSUN) Depart. of Physical Therapy at our EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy clinic & Neuro Performance Gym.

Rock Steady Boxing is also one several classes you can take anytime at the Neuro Performance Gym at EQUILIBRIUM!

➡️ What is ROCK STEADY BOXING?

💥 Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) a boxing-inspired fitness program that provides an effective form of physical exercise for people living with Parkinson’s.

💥 RSB has been proven through research to slow disease progression, be neuro-protective, improve gait, balance, and quality of life, while reducing, delaying & even reversing Parkinson’s symptoms.

💥 RSB incorporates a combination of non-contact boxing exercises, functional movements, strength training & cognitive challenges.

💥 RSB involves moving your body in all planes of motion while continuously changing the routine as you progress through the workout. This can improve range of motion, flexibility & coordination.

💥 RSB’s non-contact boxing, HIIT training fitness provides a sense of efficacy, self-worth, plus camaraderie with others who have Parkinson’s.

💥 RSB provides encouragement through a “tough love” approach, inspiring maximum effort, speed, strength, balance & flexibility.

💥 RSB participants are guided by qualified coaches who tailor the workout to individual abilities & needs.

💥 RSB has shown that anyone, at any level of Parkinson’s, can actually lessen their symptoms and lead a healthier, happier & more independent life.

➡️ EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy is proud to offer RSB at our NeuroPerformance Gym. Our RSB certified coaches are either lifelong martial arts practitioners, certified personal trainers, and/or licensed physical therapists certified in LSVT BIG® who are experts in PD rehab. The emphasis is on safety, proper technique, and individualized workouts tailored to your specific abilities and needs.

➡️ Call us at Equilibrium Physical Therapy today to learn more about ROCK STEADY BOXING at our NeuroPerformance Gym + how to sign up! 📞 805-339-9718

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✨ Meet the day with all you have! Sleep is more key than you may think.Prioritizing regular, quality sleep– including na...
04/24/2024

✨ Meet the day with all you have! Sleep is more key than you may think.

Prioritizing regular, quality sleep– including naps,allowing time for relaxation, and getting the full night’s sleep you need– is essential for good health + overall well-being.

Sleep is crucial in supporting recovery, immune function, energy restoration, cognitive function, hormonal balance, and various other physiological processes.

🔅 Immune Function
Rest is vital for a healthy immune system. During deep sleep, the immune system releases cytokines, proteins that help regulate immune responses and fight infections. Consistent, quality sleep helps strengthen the immune system's ability to defend against illnesses.

🔅 Recovery & Repair
During rest, especially during sleep, the body undergoes repair & maintenance processes such as cellular & tissue repair and the release of growth hormones. These processes help to heal & regenerate tissues, supporting overall recovery from daily wear & tear.

🔅 Stress Reduction
Rest allows the body to recover from stressors & helps regulate the production of stress hormones like cortisol. Chronic stress can have detrimental effects on physical health, so adequate rest is essential for managing stress and preventing its negative impacts.

🔅 Muscle Recovery
After physical activities or workouts, muscles need time to recover. Rest allows muscle fibers to repair & rebuild, vital for muscle growth, strength development, and preventing injuries.

🔅 Cognitive Function
Adequate rest, especially sleep, is crucial in supporting memory, problem-solving abilities, creativity, mental clarity and overall cognitive function .

🔅 Heart Health
Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension and heart disease. Restorative sleep supports heart health by helping to regulate blood pressure & reduce inflammation.

🔅 Cellular Health & Aging
Rest allows cells to repair DNA damage & maintain functionality. Poor sleep & insufficient rest can accelerate cellular aging, which can contribute to age-related health issues.

Prioritize sleep & prioritize your well-being ✨

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💚 Sharing some great moments from the Multimodal Exercise Study for active adults, including those with Parkinson’s, con...
04/23/2024

💚 Sharing some great moments from the Multimodal Exercise Study for active adults, including those with Parkinson’s, conducted at EQUILIBRIUM Physical Therapy and the Neuro Performance Gym!

Lead by Cal State Northridge (CSUN) Depart. of Physical Therapy, the study was an 8-Week Multimodal Exercise Program with Gamification for participants living with Parkinson’s involving testing plus exercises consisting of non-contact boxing (shout out !), strengthening, aerobic, balance, flexibility, and cognitive skill training through gamification powered by technology.

Thank you to the CSUN + EQUILIBRIUM team and to all the participants for a successful & fun study! 🌟

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🌍 Happy Earth Day!As stewards of bodily health, we also honor how vital it is to care for the health of the body of this...
04/22/2024

🌍 Happy Earth Day!

As stewards of bodily health, we also honor how vital it is to care for the health of the body of this planet that is our home.

As we nurture our own healing, vitality & well-being with how we listen to our bodies, ask for & receive support, participate with committed action, and invest in sustainable practices, may we do the same for our earth.

When we take care of our environment, we take care of ourselves and each other. Together, we can cultivate a thriving world for all beings.

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💚 Taking time for pause = giving time for you. Give yourself what you need to support your mind-body balance.➡️ What is ...
04/19/2024

💚 Taking time for pause = giving time for you. Give yourself what you need to support your mind-body balance.

➡️ What is Mind-Body Balance?

Mind-body balance refers to integration & harmony between mind, body and spirit.

Cultivating mind-body balance promotes holistic well-being, resilience, vitality and a deeper sense of fulfillment in all aspects of life.

Mind-body practices encompass a wide range of techniques & activities that promote health, well-being, and inner harmony by recognizing the interplay between mental, emotional and physical states, aiming to cultivate balance, self-awareness and resilience.

➡️ Some common mind-body practices include:

💚 Mindful Breathing
Practicing mindful breathing involves attention to the breath, awareness when attention wanders and repeatedly bringing it back into presence. This cultivates a connection between the mind & body by reducing physical and mental stress, and improving mental clarity.

💚 Yoga
Yoga combines physical postures and mindful breathing to improve flexibility, strength and balance while easing the mind and reducing stress.

💚 Tai Chi
Tai Chi is characterized by slow, flowing movements with mindful breathing. It promotes relaxation, balance, and coordination while enhancing energy flow throughout the body. Therapeutic benefits include stress reduction and improved physical & mental well-being.

💚 Connecting with Nature
Spending time with nature, whether through taking a walk or hike, gardening or simply being outdoors, helps to ground in the present moment, stimulating the senses and promoting a sense of interconnectedness. This improves mood, opens up creativity & enhances well-being.

💚 Quality Sleep
Prioritizing sleep supports physical health, mental clarity and emotional well-being. Allowing the body to rest and restore facilitates optimal functioning of the mind & body by improving cognitive function, enhancing mood regulation, and better regulating emotions.

Integrating mind-body practices into daily routines can enhance physical, mental and emotional health while fostering a deeper connection with yourself and the world you are navigating.

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