A better-informed search for neuro PT
A Neurologic Clinical Specialist brings advanced, board-certified expertise to movement, balance, dizziness, and recovery after neurologic injury.
The NCS difference
All physical therapists are trained to help people move better. An NCS is a licensed PT who has gone further—earning advanced board certification in neurologic physical therapy through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties.
Know the credentials
Traditional master’s-level physical therapy programs are two years long and often provide less clinical experience compared with doctoral pathways. The shorter format offers less time for advanced training in clinical decision-making, specialization, and hands-on preparation for complex patient needs.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) places a greater focus on clinical training, examination and diagnosis, evidence-informed treatment planning, specialty practice, and preparing PTs to stay current with emerging research in physical therapy.
For neurologic and vestibular conditions, choosing a DPT with advanced specialty training—especially a board-certified NCS—can mean more specialized evaluation, more precise treatment planning, and care grounded in the latest understanding of how the nervous system affects movement, balance, and recovery.
When specialized care can help
Vertigo, vestibular disorders, falls, and confidence on your feet.
Stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, spinal cord injury, and brain injury.
Walking, transfers, coordination, endurance, and independence.
The Atlanta guide
BeVertical PT provides one-on-one, personalized care for dizziness, fall risk management, vertigo, balance, concussion, and vestibular rehabilitation. Patients receive continuous care and will always see the same therapist, creating a consistent treatment relationship built around their goals—not a one-size-fits-all protocol. BeVertical PT accepts Medicare and provides superbilling for insurance reimbursement.
Explore clinic ↗Shepherd Center provides specialized rehabilitation for spinal cord injury, brain injury, concussion, and other complex neurologic conditions. Its multidisciplinary model supports intensive recovery, community reintegration, and long-term function.
Explore clinic ↗Emory’s rehabilitation and dizziness-and-balance services combine specialty physical therapy with academic medical expertise for neurologic, vestibular, balance, and movement conditions across several Atlanta locations.
Explore clinic ↗Part of a national chain of balance and physical therapy clinics, FYZICAL Chastain serves patients with dizziness, concussion, falls, and balance disorders. The clinic offers a focused setting for vestibular and neurologic physical therapy in the Atlanta area.
Explore clinic ↗Keep exploring
Use these professional organizations and directories to learn more about neurologic and vestibular physical therapy or find a specialist near you.