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Diane has lived for years with challenging vestibular conditions, including superior canal dehiscence syndrome (SCSD) and vestibular migraine. She’s learned to adapt, using tools like a walking stick to help steady herself and developing a
A Dizzy Childhood Rochelle’s journey with vestibular disorders began when she was only 10 years old. “I remember being in school and I remember walking down the hall, and all of a sudden, everything was
As those with a vestibular disorder know, living with this disorder has its challenges. It is unpredictable & you never know how you will feel day to day or when your symptoms will flare. The
Featuring Rick Siemon, vestibular patient and VeDA Ambassador. Rick was out for a run the first time the vertigo hit. He was struck by a world that was suddenly spinning. He almost didn’t make it
By Rochelle Lauzon, VeDA Ambassador and Physical Therapy Student This past September, during Balance Awareness Week, I had the pleasure of attending the 4th Annual ANPT Conference (Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy) in Columbus, OH.
Balance Awareness Week is a cause that is near and dear to my heart. Until I lost balance my balance, I took my vestibular system for granted. I had heard about people falling as a
I think I can confidently say nearly everyone has lost their balance at least one time in their life. How many times have you accidentally tripped over something, got off of a carnival ride a
A year ago, I did not know if I could function in daily life, let alone travel the world again. I was on medical leave from work and had to leave my doctoral program in
By Carol Rexroad Cannon After a hiatus of seven years, I decided to see if vestibular rehab could again improve my quality of life. My husband and I felt we were managing my symptoms and
Darilys, like too many people with vestibular disorders, faced nearly 4 years of chronic dizziness before she got the medical help she needed.
Once she finally received a diagnosis of Vestibular Migraine, she began the search for treatment. Through VeDA’s online community, Darilys was able to learn the information she needed to advocate for herself and eventually found a healthcare team that could help her.
After getting so much life-changing support from the vestibular community, she knew she wanted to give back. As a billingual English and Spanish speaker, she saw an opportunity to spread knowledge and support to new members of the vestibular community.
Run Balanced By Alex Biss The Birth of a Support Group One of the hardest parts about my vestibular illness is the toll it has taken on my capacity for physical activity. In the fluid
Headache on the Hill Recently, VeDA Board Member Darcy Bonjour advocated for others when she participated in the Headache on the Hill event. Headache on the Hill (HOH) is the most influential day of the