Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA)

03/14/2026

Healing from a vestibular disorder is often made up of small steps that add up over time.

A little more movement.
A moment of steadiness.
A task that once felt impossible.

These moments count. Progress does not have to be dramatic to be meaningful.

Wherever you are in your journey, your efforts matter. 💙

03/13/2026

For years, reports of “Havana Syndrome” have described U.S. diplomats, intelligence personnel, and military officials experiencing sudden neurological symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, balance problems, and cognitive changes.

A recent 60 Minutes investigation highlights new developments in the ongoing reporting on these cases. According to the segment, a suspected high-powered microwave device was obtained and tested by U.S. investigators. The testing suggested that exposure could produce symptoms affecting the vestibular system and balance.

While many questions remain about the cause and scope of these incidents, continued investigative journalism has helped bring attention to the experiences of those affected and the potential neurological and vestibular impacts.

Stories like this highlight how disruptive vestibular symptoms can be and why continued awareness, research, and support for vestibular disorders matters. 🧠

Learn more from the recent reporting by 60 Minutes / CBS News:

The CIA's investigation into Anomalous Health Incidents (AHI), known as Havana Syndrome, was mishandled, a former CIA officer says. With reports of a new device, victims hope for vindication.

03/13/2026

Living with a rare vestibular disorder can feel like bad luck.
But it is not superstition. It is a real medical condition.

Vestibular disorders affect millions of people, yet many go years without a diagnosis. That experience can feel isolating, frustrating, and overwhelming.

VeDA can help you find trusted education, resources, and support along the way.

💙 Learn More: https://vestibular.org/article/coping-support/

03/12/2026

Can laughter really help when the room won’t stop spinning? In this episode of the ICU Podcast, we explore how humor and gratitude can support healing, both mentally and physically. Research shows laughter can reduce stress hormones and trigger endorphins, while gratitude is linked to better sleep and improved mood.

Mary Ziegler shares her experience living with Ménière's disease and vestibular migraine, and how she’s learned to dwell in joy despite major life changes.

Hilary Russo, a certified trauma-informed holistic mental health practitioner and health coach, offers simple, practical ways to bring more lightness into everyday life. 🎧

Listen now. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR3dsZa31Yc 💙

03/11/2026

Anxiety often appears after PPPD, not before 🧠

According to current clinical understanding, PPPD involves changes in how the brain processes balance, movement, and sensory information. After an initial vestibular event, the brain may remain highly alert as it works to maintain stability.

Over time, this heightened state of vigilance can feel like anxiety.

This does not mean PPPD is caused by anxiety. Rather, anxiety can develop as a response to ongoing dizziness and sensory disruption as the nervous system works to adapt.

Understanding this relationship helps reduce stigma and supports a more accurate view of PPPD and its treatment.

03/09/2026

Just wrapped up LRL and want to keep learning? 🧠

If migraine is part of your vestibular journey, the Migraine World Summit (beginning on March 11) is another opportunity to hear directly from leading experts about migraine, treatment options, and the science behind symptoms.

Many vestibular disorders, including vestibular migraine, overlap with migraine-related mechanisms. Continuing education can help deepen understanding and support informed conversations with care providers.

Sign up here:
http://www.migraineworldsummit.com/?afmc=ax

03/08/2026

Vestibular migraine does not always include head pain 🧠
That is one reason it is often misunderstood.

Migraine is a neurological condition that can affect balance, motion, and sensory processing. For some people, dizziness or visual symptoms are the main features, even without headache.

The absence of head pain does not make vestibular migraine less real or less serious.

Learn more here: https://vestibular.org/article/diagnosis-treatment/types-of-vestibular-disorders/vestibular-migraine/

03/07/2026

Dizziness can feel confusing, unpredictable, and hard to explain 🤍
That is because balance is not controlled by one system alone.

The vestibular nerve plays a key role in how the brain receives and processes movement and spatial information. When those signals are disrupted, symptoms can show up in ways that feel overwhelming or inconsistent. 🧠

Recovery often takes time. It may include progress, pauses, and flare-ups along the way. That does not mean healing is not happening. It means the nervous system is still learning how to recalibrate. 🌱

Education is an important first step toward understanding symptoms, treatment options, and what recovery can realistically look like.

Learn more here: https://vestibular.org/article/what-is-vestibular/about-vestibular-disorders/

03/06/2026

When Conditions Overlap: PPPD, Vestibular Migraine, and Other Comorbidities

For many people living with vestibular disorders, symptoms don’t exist in isolation. When conditions overlap, physical, neurological, and emotional factors can interact in ways that intensify the overall experience. This “pile-on effect” can make symptoms feel overwhelming — not because someone is doing something wrong, but because complexity demands more nuanced care.

Today’s conversations focus on understanding how comorbidities shape the vestibular experience and why no single treatment approach works for everyone. Speakers will explore the importance of a multidisciplinary, whole-person approach, including nervous system regulation, mindset, and clear communication across care providers. The discussion will also address the “comparison trap,” helping participants recognize that different combinations of conditions lead to different paths — all of them valid.

Seeing the full picture matters. Support is most effective when providers look beyond standard exercises and consider the interconnectedness of the body, brain, and lived experience.

📅 Today | March 6, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM–12:00 PM CST – Fireside Chat
Shin C. Beh, MD & Kristen K. Steenerson, MD
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CST – Patient Panel
Judi Rosenthal (Ménière’s Disease, Vestibular Neuritis, BVH)
Kayla McCain (Vestibular Migraine, PPPD)

🔗 Join the discussion: https://vestibular.org/lrl/

03/06/2026

The final session of Life Rebalanced Live is TOMORROW.

Join Dr. Shin Beh and Dr. Kristen Steenerson for a fireside chat on When Conditions Overlap: PPPD, Vestibular Migraine, and Other Comorbidities. This conversation will explore how overlapping conditions can create a “pile-on effect” for vestibular patients and why a whole-person, multidisciplinary approach to care matters.

📅 March 6 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST

Register here: vestibular.org/lrl

03/05/2026

VRT: Neuroplasticity & Exercises that Connect to Everyday Life
Vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT) is built on neuroplasticity — the brain’s ability to adapt, reorganize, and learn new ways to process balance and movement. When guided correctly, VRT helps the brain gradually restore stability and confidence through targeted, intentional practice.

Today’s sessions explore how VRT extends beyond exercises to support real-life function. The conversation will address how education, consistency, and active engagement help interrupt the “dizzy–anxious–dizzy” cycle, while also considering the role of mental health, lifestyle habits, and the mind-body connection in recovery. You’ll also learn what to look for in a skilled vestibular provider and why individualized care matters, especially for complex or long-standing symptoms.
Progress may take time, but understanding how therapy works — and how it fits into daily life — can make the process more effective and empowering.

📅 Today | March 5, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM–12:00 PM CST – Fireside Chat
Kellianne Arnella, OTR/L & Mike Studer, DPT
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CST – Patient Panel
Jeannette Tousignant (Bilateral SSCD) & Sarah Page (Vestibular Neuritis, Vestibular Migraine, PPPD)

🔗 Join the discussion: https://vestibular.org/lrl/