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Finding the right provider for dizziness can be a long and frustrating process. In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, we welcome back Patrick Esmonde to introduce Dizzy Care Network, a platform designed to help connect people experiencing dizziness with clinicians who are best suited to evaluate their symptoms. We explore how the platform works for both patients and providers, the technology and clinical reasoning behind its matching process, and how it could help reduce the time spent searching for answers. We also discuss what Patrick and his team have learned so far and their vision for the future of more accessible, efficient, and individualized vestibular care. Learn More Here: https://dz.care/TDR Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Timestamps 00:13 – Meet Patrick Esmonde 00:54 – From Vestibular First to Dizzy Care Network 05:32 – The problem with finding vestibular care 08:07 – Who is Dizzy Care Network for? 12:32 – The patient questionnaire 14:26 – Making the platform dizziness-friendly 18:04 – Symptoms, timing & triggers 18:25 – How patient-provider matching works 22:47 – Customizing your provider match 25:12 – Building an evidence-based questionnaire 28:06 – DHI, PHQ-8 & GAD-7 integration 30:13 – Improving the vestibular evaluation 33:05 – Beta testing & unexpected lessons 36:45 – Expanding access across the U.S. 38:05 – Virtual vestibular care 40:57 – The future of Dizzy Care Network 42:38 – Using it as a clinician intake tool 45:13 – Expanding dizziness diagnoses & symptom clusters 48:29 – Is Dizzy Care Network free? 50:10 – Data, growth & future possibilities

In this special episode of Talk Dizzy to Me, we’re joined by members of the Dizzy Moms Club for an honest conversation about the challenges of parenting with vestibular disorders, including vestibular migraine, PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness), vestibular neuritis, unilateral vestibular hypofunction, BPPV, and Ménière’s disease. Our guests share their lived experiences navigating the unpredictable nature of dizziness while raising children—and the strategies they’ve learned for adapting without losing meaningful connection with their families. Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Episode Timestamps 00:13 – Introduction: Parenting While Dizzy 01:14 – Meet the Dizzy Moms Club 06:41 – Adapting Parenting on Dizzy Days 11:02 – Prioritizing & Pacing 14:51 – Making Treatment Plans Fit Real Life 19:28 – Fitting Vestibular Rehab Into Motherhood 26:22 – Sleep & Vestibular Symptoms 28:56 – Mom Guilt & Giving Yourself Grace 39:55 – The Power of Support & Community 43:49 – Learning to Ask for Help 49:54 – A Message of Hope for Dizzy Parents 51:36 – What Clinicians Need to Understand 53:28 – Dizzy Moms Club & Dizzy Parents Day

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Dani Tolman, PT sit down with Dr. David Sandlin, a vestibular and oculomotor neurologist at Emory Brain Health Center, to discuss how eye movements can provide critical clues to progressive neurologic diseases. From Parkinson's disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) to Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), cerebellar disorders, and Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Dr. Sandlin explains how a detailed bedside eye movement examination can detect neurologic disease long before imaging does. He shares the clinical reasoning behind evaluating nystagmus, saccades, smooth pursuit, VOR testing, and other vestibular examination findings that help differentiate central from peripheral causes of dizziness. This episode also discusses the importance of making timely referrals and understanding where vestibular rehabilitation fits into the care of progressive neurologic disorders. Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → Our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, ⁠⁠⁠⁠use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first payment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Dr. David Sandlin 02:15 – Why Dr. Sandlin specialized in vestibular & ocular motor neurology 06:05 – What are progressive neurologic diseases? 08:15 – Can dizziness be the first symptom? 10:55 – How Dr. Sandlin evaluates dizzy patients 12:45 – Eye movement examination: fixation, nystagmus & ocular alignment 15:35 – Saccades and what they reveal about the brain 18:25 – Smooth pursuit, convergence & VOR suppression 21:50 – Why eye movements reveal so much about neurologic disease 24:20 – Vestibular testing beyond the bedside exam 26:10 – Red flag patterns of nystagmus clinicians should recognize 28:55 – Hypermetric saccades, stroke & cerebellar findings 30:20 – Pendular nystagmus and multiple sclerosis 32:10 – MRI: when imaging helps—and when your clinical exam is better 36:45 – Central vs. peripheral findings: what provides reassurance? 41:45 – Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP): recognizing early signs 45:10 – Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), Parkinsonism & autonomic dysfunction 49:20 – AI, ChatGPT & patients researching their symptoms 51:00 – The future of AI-assisted eye movement analysis 53:00 – Virtual reality and the future of vestibular diagnostics 56:25 – Key takeaways for patients and clinicians

In this episode of Talk Dizzy to Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Dani Tolman, PT are joined by Dr. Ben Shaw, a London-based consultant audiovestibular physician specializing in dizziness, vertigo, balance disorders, tinnitus, and hearing loss. Dr. Shaw explains how he evaluates patients with vague, recurrent, or chronic dizziness and why understanding the timing, triggers, and associated symptoms is essential for reaching the correct diagnosis. The conversation discusses various vestibular conditions, including Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), vestibular migraine, Ménière’s disease, vestibular neuritis, labyrinthitis, Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (3PD/PPPD), and Cerebellar Ataxia, Neuropathy, and Vestibular Areflexia Syndrome (CANVAS). The episode also includes an in-depth discussion of tinnitus. Dr. Shaw explains why tinnitus is a symptom rather than a diagnosis and presents a holistic approach to tinnitus management. Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → Our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, ⁠⁠⁠use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first payment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Time Stamps00:15 Meet Dr. Ben Shaw 01:34 Audiovestibular medicine explained 02:53 Evaluating dizziness 06:12 The vestibular examination 07:59 When additional testing is needed 08:55 Central red flags 10:23 Vestibular migraine and PPPD 11:49 Vestibular neuritis 12:19 Ménière’s disease 13:44 Neuritis vs. labyrinthitis 16:04 Understanding tinnitus 18:27 Managing tinnitus 20:46 CBT, mindfulness, and habituation 22:39 Tinnitus red flags 23:07 Sudden hearing loss 24:28 Pulsatile and unilateral tinnitus 25:28 Complex dizziness cases 25:58 CANVAS syndrome 27:53 Vestibular migraine and anxiety case 29:21 Treating migraine before vestibular rehab 31:19 Advice for clinicians 34:41 What patients should know about vertigo 36:04 Vestibular suppressant medications 37:03 Preventing vestibular migraine 37:56 Connect with Dr. Ben Shaw 39:21 Closing thoughts

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT are joined by Dr. Katherine Deines, PT, NCS and Dr. Jaimy Wahab, PT, NCS, also known as the Neuro Dizzy Duo, for a deep dive into one of the most overlooked parts of the vestibular system: the otolith organs. While many people associate vertigo and dizziness with the semicircular canals and spinning sensations, this episode explores how the utricle and saccule help us sense gravity, acceleration, head position, vertical orientation, and linear movement. The conversation highlights why otolith dysfunction may contribute to symptoms such as rocking, swaying, bobbing, feeling pulled or pushed, floating, walking on marshmallows, disorientation, and feeling “off.” The guests also explain how otolith dysfunction may show up in conditions such as BPPV, vestibular migraine, PPPD/3PD, Mal de Débarquement Syndrome, concussion, dysautonomia, POTS, Parkinson’s disease, and other complex vestibular presentations. This episode is especially helpful for vestibular clinicians, physical therapists, audiologists, patients with chronic dizziness, and anyone trying to better understand why dizziness is not always “spinning.” Episode Resources: Where to find The Dizzy Duo on Instagram: @neuro_dizzy_duo Email address:  [email protected] Courses, publications, or resources: Their Positive Spin on Dizziness advanced vestibular courses cover many lesser discussed topics:otolith dysfunction, the difference between vestibular dysfunction and hypersensitivity, visual motion hypersensitivity, Vestibular Migraine, Mal de Debarquement Syndrome, Meniere’s disease Recommended products or links: https://www.reactiveeducation.com/store Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → Our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, ⁠⁠use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first payment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Episode Timestamps:01:36 – Jaimy's introduction03:28 – Katherine’s introduction06:38 – Why otolith organs are often overlooked09:21 – Why dizziness is not always spinning12:38 – Conditions linked to otolith dysfunction16:42 – Otoliths, dysautonomia, POTS, and concussion21:28 – Understanding linear vertigo and non-spinning dizziness22:23 – How clinicians assess otolith function25:14 – Why patient descriptions matter27:28 – Using weights to help patients feel grounded30:16 – Individualizing vestibular rehab treatment31:37 – Head tilts, balance, and otolith-based exercises35:22 – How much weight may help without overdoing it39:52 – Vibration plates, BPPV, and vestibular concerns42:15 – Avoiding overreliance on tools and strategies44:33 – Astronauts, gravity, and otolith function46:28 – Key takeaways for vestibular clinicians52:05 – Key takeaways for patients with dizziness53:21 – Final thoughts and closing

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT sit down with neurologist Dr. Kristen Steenerson to unpack Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness, also known as 3PD or PPPD. If you feel dizzy, floaty, rocking, disoriented, or visually overwhelmed most days — especially in places like grocery stores, airports, busy restaurants, or while scrolling screens — this episode explains what may be happening in the brain and nervous system. Dr. Steenerson breaks down the diagnostic criteria for 3PD, why symptoms can continue even after the original vestibular problem improves, how 3PD overlaps with vestibular migraine, and why treatment often requires a combination of education, vestibular therapy, medication, cognitive strategies, lifestyle support, and gradual exposure. This conversation also addresses why 3PD is sometimes misunderstood, how hypervigilance plays a role, and why there is real hope for recovery and improved quality of life. Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → Our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, ⁠use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first payment⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to Talk Dizzy To Me00:15 – Introducing Dr. Kristin Steenerson01:10 – What is 3PD/PPPD?01:37 – Diagnostic criteria: persistent, postural, perceptual dizziness02:47 – Common triggers and risk factors04:52 – Why some providers question the diagnosis06:34 – Hypervigilance and lack of biomarkers08:20 – Why symptoms can continue after the original issue resolves09:35 – Education, reassurance, and moving from “detective mode” to rehab11:24 – Brain health habits: sleep, food, exercise, hydration, stress12:16 – Why symptom tracking can sometimes backfire15:38 – Why grocery stores, airports, screens, and busy spaces trigger symptoms17:47 – Fear, memory, and the brain’s threat response19:39 – Avoidance vs gradual exposure21:03 – Neurology evaluation and ruling out other causes23:24 – What vestibular testing can and cannot show25:14 – The gap in measuring perception26:34 – fMRI research and brain network changes in 3PD29:51 – Vestibular therapy for 3PD31:00 – Medication options and why SSRIs/SNRIs may help35:38 – 3PD vs vestibular migraine41:05 – What progress looks like in recovery43:49 – Permission to do hard things without fear of damage44:47 – Community support and celebrating wins45:42 – Future research: medications, CGRP, TMS, neuromodulation48:54 – Mic drop takeaway for clinicians and patients

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, Dr. Dani Tolman, PT and Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS welcome back Sarah Renberg for her third appearance on the podcast. Sarah shares an inspiring update on her journey after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), vestibular dysfunction, autonomic dysfunction, ocular motor challenges, and more — and how she is now navigating medical school while continuing to manage her health. Sarah offers a powerful patient perspective on recovery, self-advocacy, support systems, and redefining progress after brain injury. Episode Resources: -Instagram: @Sren20 -Sarah’s 1st TDTM Episode 2021 -Sarah’s 2nd TDTM Episode 2023  Sarah’s Team on TDTM: -Dr. Appelbaum -Dr. Keiser Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Partnered with: → Our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first payment⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: 00:58 — Sarah’s TBI, vestibular symptoms & surgical history02:53 — Understanding symptoms and protecting self-worth04:40 — How the visual, vestibular, neck & autonomic systems connect07:02 — Support systems & asking for help12:31 — Identity shifts after brain injury13:54 — Resilience vs. “recovery”16:46 — Embracing hard moments without getting stuck17:46 — Building systems and routines for success20:06 — Navigating plateaus, setbacks & goals22:21 — Rehab habits, consistency & reducing barriers24:41 — Redefining progress and celebrating small wins28:30 — Getting through low moments31:50 — Managing grocery stores and sensory overload35:43 — Self-advocacy in healthcare appointments41:26 — What Sarah would tell her 2014 self46:01 — Being brave enough to try48:23 — A message for clinicians49:23 — Resources, where to find Sarah & closing This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s).

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Dani Tolman, PT welcome back Dr. Shin Beh for a deeper conversation on the diagnosis and treatment of vestibular migraine, Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), and Mal de Débarquement Syndrome (MdDS).These conditions can overlap, feel confusing, and leave patients feeling stuck in their recovery. Dr. Beh breaks down how he differentiates these diagnoses clinically, why vestibular migraine can precipitate PPPD symptoms, and how treatment plans need a whole-person approach. Treatment plans may combine lifestyle optimization strategies, vestibular rehabilitation, medication or supplements, neuromodulation, stress management, and more... and should absolutely be individualized. Whether you're living with chronic dizziness or treating patients with vestibular disorders, this episode offers a practical, compassionate look at why there is no one-size-fits-all approach to recovery. Episode Resources: www.vestibularmd.com Dr. Beh's Books: www.vestibularmd.com/about-dr-beh/books Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™. ⁠⁠⁠Use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first month!⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Timestamps:01:37 How vestibular migraine, PPPD, and MdDS are diagnosed04:20 How these conditions overlap06:29 Why patients can feel stuck in recovery08:17 Vestibular migraine treatment approach08:45 Lifestyle foundations for migraine management10:07 Supplements for vestibular migraine11:04 Medication and neuromodulation options12:01 Addressing sleep apnea, neck pain, TMJ, iron, and hormones14:44 How to layer treatment without the overwhelm16:03 When supplements, rescue meds, or preventives may be appropriate18:25 Medication sensitivity and starting low/slow21:11 PPPD treatment approach22:08 Vestibular therapy, movement, and visual desensitization23:59 Medications and neuromodulation for PPPD25:53 CBT and the dizzy-anxious cycle26:45 Lab values, vitamin D, B vitamins, magnesium, and ferritin32:31 Timolol eye drops for migraine rescue33:53 MdDS treatment approach34:22 Travel and MdDS 35:44 Therapy for MdDS36:39 Defining progress beyond symptom reduction39:05 Knowing when to use rescue medication43:24 Why vestibular disorders affect more women45:08 COVID, vestibular dysfunction, and fibromyalgia48:30 Migraine-related ear symptoms and hearing changes49:37 Vestibular migraine and vestibular test findings51:02 Final advice for patients and clinicians

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT sit down with Dr. Yonit Arthur, AuD (aka The Steady Coach) to break down her approach to chronic dizziness recovery. If you’ve been told “it’s just anxiety,” feel stuck with PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness), vestibular migraine, or lingering dizziness... this episode may change how you think about healing. We explore the role of the brain in chronic symptoms and how recovery is possible through neuroplasticity, not just medication or diagnosis labels.Whether you’re a patient or clinician, this episode offers hope, clarity, and actionable tools. Episode Resources: -thesteadycoach.com -Free Healing Chronic Dizziness Course -The Steady Coach's Youtube Channel Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™. ⁠⁠Use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first month!⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, for FREE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Timestamps02:32 – Why traditional approaches to dizziness fall short 03:56 – Personal story: Dr. Yo's mom’s dizziness 06:47 – Why chronic dizziness is deeply misunderstood 09:38 – The harm of “it’s just anxiety” or endless testing 11:04 – Software vs hardware issues1 2:29 – Why symptoms are real 13:56 – Conditions like PPPD, vestibular migraine, and MdDS 16:41 – What makes someone more prone to chronic dizziness 18:01 – Nervous system sensitization explained 19:28 – The cycle that keeps you stuck 21:14 – Does modern society contribute to dizziness? 24:09 – Personality traits: people-pleasers & Type A 26:05 – Lifestyle factors: stress, screens, and overstimulation 27:21 – What does recovery actually look like? 27:49 – You are NOT broken 29:13 – Reframing symptoms: not the enemy 30:09 – Breaking the fear–symptom cycle 32:29 – Practical calming exercise (live demo) 40:01 – Why sitting with symptoms works 40:31 – Pillar #1: Acceptance (reprogramming the brain) 41:29 – Pillar #2: The “Stress Bucket” 46:17 – Pillar #3: Exposure & reducing avoidance 48:14 – The importance of individualized recovery 52:53 – Somatic tracking explained 54:50 – Final message: Hope & healing are possible

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman PT are joined by Dr. Mickey Shah, PT, D.Sc. NCS, OCS, FAAOMPT, Dip. MDT; Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist - Emory, AVPT (Pittsburgh) to unpack the connection between pain and dizziness. Together, they explore how the neck plays a critical role in balance, why dizziness isn’t always vestibular, and how clinicians can better assess and treat patients with overlapping symptoms. From real clinical insights to practical strategies, this episode bridges the gap between vestibular therapy, pain science, and musculoskeletal care—making it a must-watch for clinicians and patients alike. Episode Resources: www.EvidenceCEU.com www.Goodliferehab.com Midwest Vestibular Rehab Symposium Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™. ⁠Use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first month!⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, for FREE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠ → ⁠Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Episode Timestamps01:26 From neuro rehab to orthopedic & vestibular care05:18 Why dizziness & pain are not owned by one specialty06:18 Definition of cervicogenic dizziness (updated understanding)06:48 Prevalence: How common is it really?08:14 Cervical spine involvement in dizziness cases10:12 Why movement loss matters more than pain11:36 Real-world complexity: vestibular + cervical overlap14:20 Neck’s role in balance reflexes17:12 Why function matters more than symptoms19:07 Testing beyond standard vestibular exams21:04 Why symptoms alone can mislead treatment22:02 Helping patients understand the neck-dizziness connection24:02 Real-life clinical example explained26:28 Pain science vs dizziness: overlapping principles27:55 Drivers of symptoms: stress, lifestyle, comorbidities29:17 Functional neurological disorders & validation30:41 Nervous system regulation strategies32:09 Practical tools: breathing, guided imagery, small wins33:35 Therapist challenges with patient buy-in35:00 Posture tips that actually work36:54 Simple, effective home exercise strategies38:17 Clinical pearls: what clinicians must remember39:15 Words matter: how language affects recovery40:13 Using reassurance to reduce fear41:35 Why joy and meaningful activity matter in recovery44:06 Empowerment: patients can change and improve

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS is joined by vestibular and neuro experts Dr. Carly Lochala, PT, NCS and Dr. Sara MacDowell, PT to break down facial paralysis, including Bell’s palsy, Ramsay Hunt syndrome, and facial nerve recovery. They dive into how facial paralysis affects not just movement, but also confidence, communication, and daily life... and what both clinicians and patients need to know about assessment, treatment, and recovery. Key Takeaways: - Facial paralysis is commonly caused by Bell’s palsy, but can also result from Ramsay Hunt syndrome, tumors, trauma, or infections - The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) controls facial expression, taste, tear production, and more - Recovery depends on degree of nerve damage, not just diagnosis - You cannot “exercise” your way out of paralysis early on... the nerve must heal first - Improper exercises or overstimulation can worsen recovery - Facial paralysis has a major psychosocial impact - There are treatment options—even long-term—despite common myths Episode Resources: ⁠https://facialtherapyspecialists.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.facialpalsy.org.uk/⁠ ⁠http://bellspalsy.ws/⁠ ​​⁠https://facialparalysisfoundation.org/bells-palsy/⁠Webinar: ⁠Sara's Webinar Where to Find Sara: @dizzydiagnostics Where to Find Carly: @balancingactrehab Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™. Use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 40% off your first month! Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, for FREE⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! → Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s).

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Dani Tolman, PT are joined by vestibular PT and social media educator Dr. Amy Moore , PT to break down some of the biggest myths and misconceptions about dizziness, vertigo, and vestibular rehab. If you've ever been told “your tests are normal so nothing is wrong,” “just take meclizine,” or “do the Epley maneuver and it will fix everything,” this episode is for you. Together they discuss what’s myth vs fact in the world of dizziness, why vestibular conditions are often misunderstood, and what patients should actually know about vestibular rehab. Whether you're a patient living with dizziness, a healthcare professional, or simply curious about how the vestibular system works, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways: -Normal tests don’t mean your dizziness is made up -Meclizine should not be used long-term -Good vestibular rehab is much more than physical exercises -A little dizziness during therapy is necessary -Not all dizziness or vertigo is due to BPPV -There's no silver bullet when it comes to chronic dizziness -Movement helps recovery Where to find Amy: @thedizzypt_amy Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™, for FREE⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Episode Timestamps: 04:32 Myth or Fact: If imaging is normal, nothing is wrong06:24 Myth or Fact: Meclizine is not a long-term solution for vertigo08:14 Myth or Fact: Vestibular rehab is only eye and head exercises10:21 Myth or Fact: If exercises make you dizzy, they’re harmful11:49 Myth or Fact: There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for dizziness13:38 Myth or Fact: Anxiety causes dizziness15:29 Myth or Fact: BPPV isn’t always easy to diagnose or treat21:27 Myth or Fact: Rest and avoidance are the best treatment23:50 Myth or Fact: There is a quick fix for chronic dizziness26:58 Myth or Fact: Everyone with dizziness should get a VNG 32:27 Myth or Fact: Waiting until dizziness fully resolves can slow recovery33:36 Myth or Fact: If you’re not better by now, you never will be

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT sit down with Kayla McCain, who shares her lived experience with Vestibular Migraine and PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness). Kayla opens up about what symptoms she experienced, the long road to getting correctly diagnosed, and the strategies that helped her get back to living life again and rebuilding her confidence. Key Takeaways: -Validation and education reduce fear -Vestibular migraine vs. PPPD presentations -Recovery is often multi-factorial -The “dizzy–anxious-dizzy cycle” is real -Small strategies matter in real life -Advocate for yourself Where to find Kayla: @true_kaylaisms Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Dizzy Reset™ for FREE⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Timestamps02:10 Kayla’s background + work 03:03 The beginning: Halloween onset + “felt like a stroke” + terrifying dizziness05:23 ER visit, fever, CT scan, ruled out cancer, sent home with meclizine05:53 Misdiagnoses: anxiety dismissal + MS misdiagnosis (twice) + diagnosis finally at ~7 months06:49 Early clues: menstrual migraine patterns + computer screen symptoms08:43 Life impact: fear, avoiding leaving home, stopping running, weight gain, depression/anxiety09:10 Panic + MRI + “Alice in Wonderland syndrome” episode during a trip11:00 What is Alice in Wonderland syndrome? 11:58 How Kayla describes vestibular migraine13:54 Triggers: hormones, stress, overstimulation, lights/sounds, grocery stores, concerts15:22 Postpartum: aura/floaters, attacks while caring for an infant, fear of falling while holding baby17:13 Trust + parenting: setting limits, positioning for safety, saying “no” when needed19:33 Persistent vs episodic phases + supplements/therapy + later meds after kids20:29 Feeling “seen”: why diagnosis and education changed everything25:08 What helped most: counseling, vestibular therapy, exercise, pacing, rescue meds, acceptance29:51 Practical tips: shopping at low-traffic times, migraine glasses, planned breaks, quiet resets31:24 Resilience through chronic illness32:51 Message for people with vestibular migraine + suspected 3PD: same principles can work again36:13 VM vs 3PD: how symptoms felt different 39:03 3PD treatment journey: sensitive to meds, trying options, continued exercise, gradual dosing approach42:26 Improvements43:54 Advocacy + right provider: feeling heard is half the battle45:19 Don’t give up: treatment options + therapy + counseling + meds (if needed)46:16 Hope in action: Kayla races again47:14 Where to follow Kayla: Instagram @true_true_kaylaisims47:41 Closing thoughts: hope, mindset, and a path forward

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) is often misunderstood... but it’s real, common, AND treatable. In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Carly Lochala, PT, NCS sit down with Dr. Julie Hershberg, PT, NCS to explain what FND is, why it’s been minimized in healthcare, and how it overlaps with dizziness, migraine, dysautonomia/POTS, hypermobility/EDS, and vestibular disorders. They break down brain networks like the default mode network and salience network, discuss common clinical clues (variability, attention-related shifts), and explain how treatment often starts with nervous system regulation, trust-building, and whole-person care—not just exercises. If you’ve been told your symptoms are “all in your head,” this episode is for you. Guest: Dr. Julie Hershberg / Reactive PT Instagram: @reactivept Resources: FND resources hub, reactivept.com/FNDresources Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Carly Lochala, PT, NCS For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Dizzy Reset™ for FREE⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Talk Dizzy To Me (intro)01:42 What is Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)? How to explain it to patients02:08 FND as a brain network dysfunction (function vs structure)03:32 Why education improves outcomes in vestibular care + FND04:02 Why FND has been misunderstood/minimized in healthcare04:12 From “hysteria” and “conversion disorder” to modern neuroscience06:05 Harmful stigma: being told symptoms are “fake” + medical trauma08:19 What to look for when you suspect FND (clinical clues)09:13 Variability, attention-related shifts, symptoms “moving”10:35 Screening for other diagnoses + doing a thorough neuro screen11:04 Common comorbidities missed: migraine, EDS/hypermobility, POTS/dysautonomia, vestibular disorders12:53 What you’ll hear in the subjective history that suggests FND15:13 Why “one test” (like Hoover) isn’t enough + signs vary by symptom type16:54 Diagnostic criteria: what exists, what’s lacking, what needs improvement19:12 Risk factors & triggers: sex differences, pain, sleep, physical injury/illness21:01 Dizziness in FND: how common is it + vestibular system connection21:59 Autonomic + sensory overlap (vestibular sympathetic reflex, otolith sensitivity)24:44 Treatment approach: why there’s no one-size-fits-all protocol25:38 Whole-person assessment + “pie chart” contributors + education foundation29:00 Building trust, validation, and safety (especially after medical trauma)31:18 Why play, fun, and salience matter for nervous system regulation + motor learning32:45 Default mode network vs salience network explained simply37:48 Social media + FND: what we think vs what research shows41:26 Adapting vestibular rehab when FND is part of the picture44:26 Safety + motor symptoms: when you prioritize regulation over exercise48:18 Sensory inventory & building a regulation toolkit (OT-informed strategies)51:00 Not everyone needs “calm”—some people need safe movement to regulate52:18 “Mic drop” messages for people who feel stuck55:21 Where to find Dr. Julie Hirschberg’s FND resources

In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, vestibular physical therapists Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman sit down with Laura Ehlers to share a powerful, real-life story of chronic dizziness, plus the long road to obtaining answers in a healthcare system that often defaults to “it’s BPPV” or “it’s anxiety.” Laura walks us through how her symptoms evolved after being hit in the head and what her life looks like living with dizziness. She also shares the layered diagnoses that often show up together in complex dizziness cases—vestibular migraine, PPPD (Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness), dysautonomia/POTS (Postural Tachycardia Syndrome), and hypermobility/EDS (Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome), as well as the strategies that have helped her rebuild capacity. You’ll hear practical advice on: - How to advocate for yourself when you’re not being believed - Why the right healthcare provider can be a game-changer - Medication realities: from sensitivities to finding what works Guest: Laura Ehlers Instagram: @laurasnaturallife Hosted by: 🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS 🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Us: → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a free call with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get free resources straight to your inbox⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Dizzy Reset™ for FREE → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review!⁠ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host(s). 01:11 Laura’s background: chronic migraine, holistic health, and early dizziness tools02:37 Early warning signs: highway driving issues, tunnel vision, “is it anxiety?”03:05 Vision therapy → severe spinning vertigo onset04:33 Current symptoms: nonstop rocking/boat sensation + visual flow triggers04:59 Life impact: driving intolerance, travel limits, parenting challenges06:27 The advocacy problem: being believed, speaking the “right language”07:52 Misconceptions in healthcare09:47 Resources that helped: clinicians online + vestibular education on social media10:42 Why primary care matters11:09 Diagnoses explained12:07 Layering issues: infections, mold gene, mast cell activity13:06 Clinician perspective: frustration when patients get conflicting medical input14:31 Hope vs acceptance: living in the chronic illness “seesaw”15:59 Biggest mindset tool17:35 “Early whispers” of symptoms20:58 What helped most: rehab principles + sensory integration focus21:20 Proprioception strategies: weighted inputs, holds, stomps, boots, blanket23:15 Scaling exposure: “one sidewalk square at a time”24:14 Breakthrough: walking on grass increased capacity25:14 Histamine/mast cell stabilization: Zyrtec and sleep/sensory benefits26:35 EDS/hypermobility: why screening matters in the “triad” conversation28:40 Daily habits: caffeine consistency, electrolytes, potassium vs sodium insight29:10 Nervous system work: somatic therapy + staying committed to movement31:10 Mindset during flares: you’re not at square one; you’re stepping off the path36:19 Encouragement for beginners: slow progress still adds up37:45 Identity shift: grief + reinventing life (reading, painting, new interests)39:06 Community: why 1:1 connections can beat unmoderated groups41:30 Medication journey: fear, hesitancy, and why meds became a useful tool44:55 Rescue meds (Ativan): pre-treating to participate in life moments45:54 Micro-dosing approach: ultra-low starts + pharmacist check-ins46:52 LDN + Zyrtec wins; sensitivity to other meds48:40 Mic drop moments: what clinicians must understand + patient hope message