Luther Delera, PT has a bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and 20 years of clinical experience. He began his career in the Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and eventually relocated to the United States.
Luther has vast experience working with patients in orthopedics, neurological, and vestibular conditions; he especially enjoys working with the geriatric population. As a physical therapist, Luther loves that he is an integral part of a patient’s full recovery, helping them to achieve their prior level of function and improve their quality of life.
Luther works with these patients to help them reach their functional goals as safely and quickly as possible, enabling them to get back to living a normal, active lifestyle as soon as possible.
With his extensive experience in geriatrics and vestibular rehabilitation, Luther has helped patients of all ages regain their balance and strength. Luther’s passion for helping others is what makes him excel in his work.
When not in the clinic, Luther likes going on vacation with his family and experiencing different foods and cultures.
Physical Therapy for Vestibular Conditions
Physical therapy for vestibular conditions focuses on restoring balance, reducing dizziness, and improving overall stability for individuals with disorders affecting the inner ear and vestibular system. Common conditions treated include vertigo, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, Meniere’s disease, and post-concussion dizziness.
Vestibular physical therapists use specialized techniques such as canalith repositioning maneuvers (like the Epley maneuver for BPPV), balance training, gaze stabilization exercises, and habituation exercises to retrain the brain and body to process sensory information more accurately. These exercises help reduce dizziness, improve coordination, and increase confidence with everyday movements like walking, turning, or changing positions.
