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Whitmire Physical Therapy

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Vestibular Rehab for Active Living, Healthy Aging, Lifelong Wellness

Whitmire Physical Therapy

Whitmire Physical Therapy Whitmire Physical Therapy Whitmire Physical Therapy

Vestibular Rehab for Active Living, Healthy Aging, Lifelong Wellness

Experience and background

I’m a Brevard native and experienced physical therapist with over 30 years of clinical practice. After earning my Bachelor of Science from UNC Chapel Hill, I completed my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Shenandoah University. My career has taken me across the country-relocating often due to my husband’s military service-before ultimately bringing us back home to Western North Carolina, where we now live on our multigenerational family farm.

I hold advanced certification in vestibular rehabilitation (CCVR) and specialize in treating dizziness, balance disorders, and post-concussion symptoms. Earlier in my career, I spent several years working with patients recovering from complex neurological conditions. I’m grateful to return to those roots through my current work in vestibular and post-concussion rehabilitation. That foundation continues to shape my care philosophy—combining clinical expertise, individualized treatment, and a deep respect for the challenges my patients face.

Backed by Advanced Certification and Proven Results

At Whitmire Physical Therapy, I specialize in diagnosing and treating the root causes of dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and post-concussion symptoms. I offer a level of assessment and care that goes beyond the standard approach.


What Makes Vestibular Care Specialized?

Vestibular conditions are complex. Effective treatment begins with a deep understanding of the three sensory systems that control balance:

  • 🧠 Vestibular (inner ear): Senses motion and head position relative to gravity
  • 👀 Visual: Guides gaze stability and spatial orientation
  • 🦶 Somatosensory (body awareness): Provides feedback from the feet, joints, and muscles

I conduct a comprehensive, head-to-toe assessment that examines how these systems are working together—or compensating improperly. This allows me to pinpoint the source of symptoms and personalize treatment for optimal results.


Why Advanced Training Matters

Vestibular rehab is not one-size-fits-all. My CCVR certification (Certificate of Competency in Vestibular Rehabilitation) is a nationally recognized advanced credential that ensures I bring evidence-based, precise, and efficient care to every patient. Here, your care is rooted in advanced clinical reasoning, objective testing, and minimal-visit, high-value treatment strategies. I also provide remote monitoring and tailored home programs to support your recovery between visits.


Take the First Step Toward Feeling Steady Again

Whether your dizziness is sudden, longstanding, or tied to a concussion or medical condition, you're not alone—and you're not stuck. Let’s get you back to living with confidence, clarity, and balance.

NOT YOUR AVERAGE PHYSICAL THERAPY SESSION

What to Expect from a Vestibular Evaluation

Your visit will include:

✅ A detailed discussion of your symptoms and medical history
✅ Eye movement testing (to check how your eyes track, focus, and stabilize)
✅ Balance testing in different conditions (like eyes closed, standing on soft surfaces, or moving)
✅ Walking and posture assessment to spot any changes or imbalances
✅ Testing for BPPV (a common cause of vertigo triggered by head position)
✅ Vision screening using tools to assess how your eyes work together
✅ Testing how well your body senses movement and joint position (proprioception)
✅ Clear education about your condition and how your balance systems (inner ear, vision, and body awareness) work together

You don’t have to “just live with it.” I work with patients experiencing:


  • Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
  • Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis
  • Post-concussion dizziness and motion sensitivity
  • Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)
  • Vestibular migraine
  • Age-related imbalance
  • Multisensory dizziness (vision + vestibular + joint instability)
  • Visual motion intolerance
  • Oscillopsia (bouncing vision)

Flexible Payment Options for Your Care

At Whitmire Physical Therapy, I aim to make high-quality care accessible while maintaining the flexibility to offer the services you need: 

  • Medicare-Covered Services: I am in-network with traditional Medicare and provide treatment for services covered under your Medicare plan.
  • Self-Pay Services: For services not covered by Medicare or for those persons with private insurance, medicare advantage plans, or uninsured individuals, I offer a standard per-visit cash rate.

Detailed receipts provided upon request for those seeking reimbursement from insurance. Please contact your insurance provider before your visit to confirm reimbursement options. If you have any questions about payment or coverage, feel free to reach out. Your health is an investment, and I am here to help you get the care you need to feel and move your best.



Whitmire Physical Therapy
69 Hendersonville Highway, Suite 3
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

Phone: (828) 463-3027
Fax: (877) 809-0494
Email: Shannon@whitmirept.com

Flexible Scheduling Options

I understand that life is busy, and healthcare should fit into your routine—not disrupt it. That’s why I offer flexible appointment times, including options outside of traditional business hours. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’ll find a time that works for you.

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