Earlier this month, VeDA Executive Director Cynthia Ryan attended the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) Breakthrough Summit in Washington, D.C., where nonprofit, research, and advocacy leaders gathered to advance the voice of patients living
If you’re living with dizziness, vertigo, or imbalance, you may already know that VeDA’s website is packed with trustworthy information to help you understand your symptoms, find a healthcare provider, and discover ways to cope
Vestibular disorders can cause symptoms like dizziness, vertigo (a spinning feeling), and trouble balancing. Other symptoms might include feeling sick to your stomach (nausea), ringing in the ears (tinnitus), hearing problems, and having difficulty thinking
Summary Enlarged Vestibular Aqueduct (EVA) is a condition that affects the inner ear, leading to hearing loss and balance problems. It is the most common inner ear issue linked to hearing loss, and doctors usually
Maybe I over-celebrated finishing a paint-by-number of a crane. However, it took a lot of energy, balance, patience, neck stability and brain power, and it took over a month to complete. So, the wobbly little
Finding Solid Ground Before her stroke, Rachel Abbassi was a vibrant, driven woman who poured her heart and soul into her career as a marketing director. She thrived on the fast pace and constant challenges,
This study looked at the sleep quality of military Service members and Veterans who experience dizziness compared to those who do not experience dizziness. Why This Matters Dizziness is relatively common in the military population,
Balance Awareness Week 2025: A Global Celebration of Connection and Impact Balance Awareness Week (BAW) 2025 was a tremendous success! From September 14–20, people around the world came together to raise awareness for vestibular disorders
A new article in Neurology Education argues that it’s time for vestibular neurology—the study and treatment of dizziness, vertigo, and balance problems—to be recognized as a core skill for all neurology trainees. Why this matters
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
Researchers at the University of Antwerp and the European Institute for Otorhinolaryngology have developed a virtual reality (VR) treatment that is just as effective as the current gold standard therapy for Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS),
Most people think of dizziness as an adult problem, but children can also experience significant balance and vestibular (inner ear) issues. These problems are often overlooked because children don’t always have the language to explain