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Hi Fiona, I live alone and have no one to help me when I have a vertigo episode. Do people use home health services? How do I find one that can specifically help with my

Dear Fiona, I've heard people talk about using sound therapy for dizziness and vertigo. Can listening to certain sounds or music really help? If so, how does it work? — Curious About Sound This is

Hi Fiona, Why do I experience dizziness after riding in an elevator? How can I prevent it from happening again? Great question — and you are far from alone. That odd "still moving" feeling when

Hi Fiona, I do 10–20 balance exercises when I’m with my physical therapist. Should the exercises make me feel off balance? And why, after about 30 minutes of feeling “off,” does everything return to normal?

If you’ve been told you have impacted earwax and are experiencing dizziness or vertigo, you’re not alone in wondering what to do next. Should you leave it alone? Could removing the wax make things worse?

Question: My wife suffers from occasional bouts of intense dizziness and has motion sensitivity. The vestibular nerve got tweaked, and she became totally incapacitated for a long time. She is mostly better now, but things

"I’ve been doing VRT for two months for vestibular neuritis. My constant vertigo stopped for days, then came back. Why did my symptoms stop and then resume?"  That is great news, good job to you

Dear Fiona, I was diagnosed with vestibular neuritis. My balance is off, and I feel dizzy. However, I also have sharp pains around my eye, and my jaw hurts, especially when I chew. Are those

If you've been diagnosed with unilateral vestibular hypofunction—meaning you have reduced vestibular function on one side—you're probably wondering: "What treatments or support are out there to help me get back to feeling balanced and grounded?" Let's walk through

Question: How can I make sure my physical therapist is truly qualified in vestibular care? When someone is suffering from a vestibular disorder, they may experience dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, visual disturbances, and other distressing symptoms.

Dear Fiona, Would you have any advice or tips that may help me to get a better night’s sleep related to MdDS? The moving sensation, particularly when lying in bed at night, is significantly impacting

Dear Fiona, I've been doing my vestibular rehabilitation exercises for several months now. They've helped, but I'm wondering—how long do I need to keep doing them? Will I ever be able to stop? —Tired of