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Vestibular disorders are misunderstood. You can advance vestibular research by participating in clinical trials and sharing your medical history through VeDA’s Patient Registry.

Now that you have some understanding of vestibular disorders you can begin to apply that knowledge to your own condition. Use VeDA’s Patient Tracking Tools to collect information about your unique healthcare history. This will be tremendously helpful to you and your doctor as you uncover the mystery of your vestibular diagnosis.

Increasing awareness about vestibular disorders is the key to reducing the time it takes for a vestibular patient to receive an accurate diagnosis. VeDA promotes continuing education for vestibular professionals and encourages patients to become their own healthcare advocates by learning as much as they can about their condition. It can also be therapeutic for a patient to listen to another patient’s journey so that they know they are not alone, and to gain valuable coping tips.

What is chiropractic neurology? Chiropractic neurology, also known as functional neurology, is a specialty that branches from the traditional chiropractic methods, which are mainly focused on joint movements. Chiropractic neurology aims to optimize neurological functions

Invite a guest speaker Start the meeting with a lecture; allow questions from the audience afterward. Being a guest speaker at a meeting is one of the most important ways in which professionals can support

VeDA’s annual call to all “Vesties” — those living with vestibular dysfunction, their loved ones, healthcare providers, and support partners. Let’s all celebrate the steps we are taking together on the journey to finding “Life Rebalanced.”

"It's All In Your Head" Thirty years of experience as a therapist has taught me that, brain chemistry notwithstanding, what causes most psychological problems is internal conflict or self-doubt. I find this self-doubt to be

Changes in your diet can reduce dizziness Many people with Ménière’s disease (also called primary idiopathic endolymphatic hydrops), secondary endolymphatic hydrops, or vestibular migraine find that certain diet modifications help manage their condition. However, others

Supplement for People with Chronic Dizziness Can balance retraining exercises help with dizziness? ‘Balance retraining’ is a therapy which can speed recovery from any change in balance system function - including changes caused by chronic

There is increasing evidence on how sex hormones affect the inner ear. Many women report that hormonal fluctuations can trigger their vestibular symptoms. More research needs to be done to conclusively show a connection between hormonal changes and vestibular dysfunction, and until then there are few treatment options available.

Motion sickness is the most common medical problem associated with travel. Dizziness, vertigo, and motion sickness all relate to the sense of balance and equilibrium. You might also suffer from dizziness, vertigo and/or nausea due to an inner ear dysfunction. Suppose you suffer inner ear damage on only one side from a head injury or an infection. The damaged inner ear does not send the same signals as the healthy ear. This gives conflicting signals to the brain about the sensation of rotation, and you could suffer a sense of spinning or vertigo, as well as nausea.

Living with a vestibular disorder can sometimes make you feel like your life is upside down, literally and figuratively. You may feel lost and alone, like no one understands what you are going through. Treatments offered by healthcare professionals may only be provide limited relief. VeDA’s resources can help you become your own healthcare advocate. Learn more about coping strategies, psychological support, and complementary and alternative treatment options. Support groups are available for both patients and their loved ones. Reading about the experiences of others who are also struggling with vestibular dysfunction can help you feel less alone. Vestibular disorders are life-altering. However, VeDA’s tools can help you learn to adapt and discover a life rebalanced.