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The Vestibular Patient Experience

Vestibular disorders are invisible. You look fine on the outside, but inside you’re struggling with a myriad of debilitating symptoms. It’s easy to feel like you’re alone, and no one understands what you’re going through.

Reading about others who have been in your shoes can validate your experience and give you tips on what to expect and how to deal with it.

You can also share your story to spread hope and increase awareness about what it’s like to live with vestibular dysfunction.

Theresa G.

My name is Theresa and I have been diagnosed with a vestibular disorder, convergence insufficiency as well as post-concussion syndrome. It all started with a bicycling accident that resulted in trauma to my head, neck

Can Screens Trigger Vertigo and Dizziness?

ICU – “I SEE YOU” PODCAST Can Screens Trigger Vertigo and Dizziness? LISTEN NOW Available wherever you get your podcasts. APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE Devices—can’t live with them, can’t live without them. Televisions, computer screens,

Rediscovering My Balance: Living and Healing with Vestibular Migraines

Before I was diagnosed with a vestibular migraine, I was always moving. I loved live music, hiking, walking, and spending hours day-adventuring with my camera, capturing nature in all its beauty. I thrived being outdoors

VeDA Volunteer Takes On Washington DC

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

Naomi G.

Ever wondered what it feels like to live with MdDS? I don’t look sick, well mostly I suppose. Until you see me stumble… or notice that I am not around much anymore… that I don’t

Getting Involved In Research

Jeffrey D. Sharon, MD It’s hard not to get frustrated with the current state of vestibular medicine. As anyone who has suffered from a vestibular problem will attest, there are inefficiencies and errors in the

My service dog, Bear

I am a 69 yr old widow. I stared many years ago loosing my balance here and there. As an equestrian all my life I was called Calamity Jane by my riding friends. I was

Gardening with a Vestibular Disorder

For me, gardening is the perfect balance of gentle exercise, time well spent outdoors, and the unexpected feeling of joy and pride brought upon by tending and caring for something that produces a tangible benefit,

Announcing VeDA Travel Grant Recipient

VeDA Travel Grant Recipient 2023 VeDA is partnering with professional associations to recognize research that advances clinical outcomes for vestibular patients through our Travel Awards. Winners receive $1,000 to put toward travel expenses to present

Complementary & Alternative Medicine for Vestibular Disorders

ICU – “I SEE YOU” PODCAST The Role of Medication in Treating Vestibular Disorders LISTEN NOW Available wherever you get your podcasts. APPLE PODCASTS SPOTIFY YOUTUBE In this episode of the ICU - "I See

Vestibular Support Groups After Recovery

Feeling Better and the Impact of Recovery in Vestibular Support Groups Online support groups for vestibular disorders are valuable for individuals seeking understanding and connection. However, the reaction to recovery milestones can be varied within

Vestibular Migraines Do Not Define Me

Vertigo can be scary. It can come out of nowhere and incapacitate us if we let it. Mine started 8 years ago after a series of 4 sinus infections back to back. I woke up