Dr. Jennifer Imperillo is a physical therapist who specializes in vertigo and dizziness. She has worked at Lahey in the acute care and emergency department to help people with dizziness. If you are having dizziness which is a spinning sensation with rolling in bed or getting out of bed in the morning this is the class for you! This type of dizziness only lasts less than a minute at a time and then goes away but will come and go. The program will review the causes of dizziness and how they are treated today. Dr. Jennifer will discuss Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy (VRT) exercises and activities that may improve balance and reduce vertigo.
Dr. Imperillo received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Simmons College and holds the following certifications:
Neurology Certified SpecialistGeriatrics Certified SpecialistDry Needling
Dr. Jen is the lead Physical Therapist for Neuro Critical Care at Lahey Hospital. She works in the ICU as well as in the Emergency Department helping the medical team diagnose and treat patients with vestibular dysfunction.
When Dr. Jen is not working, she enjoys running, spending time with her family and her family’s dog Ella and traveling. Dr. Jen is an avid runner and has a goal of running a race in every state! Next time you see her, ask her how many states she has made it through!
Jennifer Imperillo