About the Practice
Vestibular specialist treating dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders—especially the complex cases that haven't responded to standard treatment.
Dr. Carly Clevenger, PT, DPT is one of the few physical therapists in the Indianapolis area who focuses exclusively on vestibular rehabilitation. Based in Fishers and serving Carmel, Noblesville, and surrounding communities, she specializes in helping patients who've been dismissed, misdiagnosed, or told to "just live with it."
Most patients arrive after a frustrating journey: multiple doctors, expensive tests that came back "normal," medications that made them foggy, and maybe even physical therapy that made symptoms worse. Dr. Clevenger understands that vestibular disorders aren't just inconvenient—they're life-altering. The dizziness that keeps you from driving. The vertigo that makes you afraid to play with your kids. The constant "off" feeling that's stolen your confidence and independence. Her approach starts with a thorough 90-minute evaluation designed to identify exactly what's causing your symptoms—not guess at it. From BPPV and vestibular migraine to persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD) and post-concussion symptoms, she's treated hundreds of cases and understands the nuances that general providers often miss.
Treatment is education-first: you'll understand why you feel the way you do and how the exercises work to fix it. Then comes a targeted rehabilitation plan based on your specific diagnosis—not a generic balance protocol. She also addresses the anxiety that naturally develops after months of unexplained symptoms, without ever suggesting your dizziness is "all in your head."
Ideal for patients who:
- Have seen multiple doctors without getting clear answers
- Had "normal" MRIs, CT scans, or bloodwork but still feel terrible
- Were told it's anxiety, stress, or something they need to accept
- Tried vestibular PT before but with a generalist, not a specialist
- Are motivated to do the work—even when exercises feel uncomfortable
Great results with:
- BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo)
- Vestibular migraine and migraine-associated dizziness
- PPPD (persistent postural-perceptual dizziness)
- Post-concussion dizziness and balance problems
- Unilateral vestibular hypofunction
Not a fit: Patients seeking general physical therapy for orthopedic issues, or those looking for a passive, medication-only approach.
Your first visit is a comprehensive 60-minute evaluation. Dr. Clevenger will reproduce your symptoms in a controlled way to pinpoint the cause, then explain exactly what's happening and why. You'll leave with a clear diagnosis, a treatment plan, and realistic timelines for improvement.
Most patients notice meaningful progress within 4-6 sessions. Both in-person and virtual sessions are available, and flexible scheduling options include prepaid packages for those who prefer predictable costs.
Patients consistently say: "It was the first time I felt truly heard." After months—sometimes years—of being dismissed, they finally find a provider who takes their symptoms seriously, understands the complexity, and has a clear path forward.
You don't have to live like this. Vestibular conditions are treatable, and help is available.