Grounded | The Vestibular Podcast

Feeling safe in movements and exercises (like pilates or yoga) can seem like a tall order when you have vestibular migraine or dizziness. But it’s not hopeless! Many people think that group is just about strength training or doing super intense workouts that they could “never do,” but that’s not the case. Inside Vestibular Group Fit, we offer lots of different classes! Pilates and yoga are two of them. In this episode, Dr. Madison interviews VGFit’s in-house yoga and pilates instructor, Candy Price.  In Candy’s previous episode on the podcast, the conversation was focused on yoga (definitely go listen to that one!). This time around, the conversation explored all things pilates and dizziness disorders.  In this episode, we’ll dig into: The difference between reformer and mat pilates The biggest benefit of moving the solar plexus The best movement for dizziness and vestibular disorders The importance of postural alignment with vestibular disorders How Candy cues during classes to help you scale the exercise How to navigate the fear of working out and moving your body again What to do if you “can’t” do spinal flexion A major reframe for when you’re feeling anxious How frequently you need to do pilates for it to be effective Why you should never skip the cool down Confidence and trust in your body is something that people with dizziness disorders feel like they lose or have a hard time building back up. Exercising in a way that you enjoy is the #1 way that you can do that.  If you’re struggling with your vestibular disorder—whether it’s a newer diagnosis or you’ve been looking for solutions for years—VGFit is here for you. We’ve curated the best instructors, class styles, and so much more to get back to feeling good and secure in your body. About Candy Price Candy’s credentials include: 200 RYT Yoga Teacher, Certified Personal Trainer with NASM, Ayurveda Certification, and an Associate of Science Degree. When Candy is not working, you can usually find her hiking, biking, or gardening in her beautiful home in the NC Mountains.  Connect with Candy: Instagram Website (Blog) Related Episodes: #11 How to Use Yoga & Nidra to Help Reduce Dizziness w/ Candy Price Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— vestibular migraine & exercise, VM and exercise, bppv dizziness & balance, exercises for vestibular disorder, living with vestibular migraine, exercising with a migraine, exercise for vestibular migraine, vertigo vestibular migraine, yoga for vestibular migraine, mat pilates at home, spinal flexion, working out again, somatic exercise

So many people in Vestibular Group Fit have done a phenomenal job of using the content in there and applying it to help them get back to driving. Sometimes this is a return to driving after being bed-bound, while other times it’s for a roadtrip goal they’ve had on their list for quite some time.  We have an entire module on just driving inside VGF! This pairs really well with all the information on being a passenger, traveling with vestibular disorders, and even flying. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with vertigo, vestibular migraine, or another vestibular disorder—there is hope for you to return to driving in a safe and comfortable way. In this episode, we’ll dig into: How people have successfully gotten back to driving with a vestibular disorder Where to find information and support to help you return to driving What to avoid when returning to driving with vestibular migraine Basic steps to not skip over before you return to driving How to limit sensory overload while driving No need to push yourself! Your limits are your limits—and that’s perfectly ok.  This is all about working your way up. By allowing yourself to follow these steps prior to and once you’re behind the wheel again, you’ll build confidence and allow yourself to feel empowered returning to driving! There are plenty more tips and tricks just like these inside Vestibular Group Fit! We’d love to see you in there—remember to use code GROUNDED for 15% off at checkout. Additional Resources: Blog: Driving with a Vestibular Disorder Join Vestibular Group Fit (use code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— Driving with a vestibular disorder, return to driving, how to get back into driving, driving with dizziness, driving with vertigo, driving with a migraine, driving migraine trigger, mindset of progress, living with a vestibular disorder, proprioceptive disorder, visual vertigo, migraine vestibular disorder, being a passenger with vestibular migraine, sensory overload

In today’s episode we are talking about weather and vestibular disorders. One of the things people ask about the most is what to do about the weather?! And—no surprise to anyone—it’s one of the biggest topics of conversation inside Vestibular Group Fit. We’re in the middle of fall and heading toward those winter weather changes. If this is a time of the year you struggle with, this is the episode for you! (Don’t worry! If you’re catching this in the spring, this information will still be helpful.) In this episode, we’ll dig into: How weather changes impact a vestibular disorder What other triggers are impacted by weather changes What you can do to help with weather changes What to do when you’re hit with unexpected weather changes What to keep in your toolkit for changes in weather How to prepare or pre-treat for weather shifts in advance It’s so important that you build your threshold and expand your bucket so weather changes become less triggering over time. It’s a process, but there is hope! Check the links below for things you can add to your toolkit. Mentioned Resources: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) 8 Triggers for Dizziness & Vestibular Migraine JASPR Air Purifier WeatherX Earplanes Related Episodes: Should I Track My Vestibular Migraine Symptoms Forever? Surviving Summer: Tips for a Less Dizzy Season More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— migraine & weather change, weather & migraine, vestibular disorder, vestibular migraine, what is vestibular disorder, weather & vestibular disorder, vestibular disorder symptoms, change in pressure, allergens, air quality, inner ear, air purifier, barometric pressure tracking, manage migraine, weatherx earplanes, meniere's disease

I see people using the Epley Maneuver wrong all the time—and it drives me up the wall. We clearly need to talk about this. A lot of people are trying to treat their positional vertigo from vestibular migraine—or any dizziness—at home with the Epley Maneuver because that’s what the internet says to do. But let me tell you—it is not the thing to do.  Even though the Epley Maneuver feels like magic, it’s physics and gravity—and there are times you do and don’t want to use it. Tune in to discover differences between BPPV and vestibular migraine, the one time the Epley Maneuver should be used with BPPV, and mistakes made with the Epley Maneuver. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What BPPV stands for How BPPV and vestibular migraine are similar What the Epley Maneuver is When to use the Epley Maneuver How the Epley Maneuver should be done If it’s worth it to do the Epley Maneuver at home The one type of dizziness the Epley Maneuver can treat Mistakes people make with the Epley Maneuver What to do to prevent BPPV If you do have the one type of BPPV this maneuver works on and you do the correct Epley Maneuver treatment for the correct side, it should be 80-90% successful. It should not take months for you to feel better—if you have the right diagnosis and the correct treatment. Press play to learn more about the Epley Maneuver, BPPV, and come ask me any lingering questions on Instagram! Related Episodes: VM vs BPPV Podcast Episode What Is BPPV Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— Epley maneuver bppv, epley maneuver to treat bppv vertigo, epley maneuver for vertigo, self epley maneuver, the epley maneuver, vestibular migraine and BPPV, dizziness and the Epley Maneuver, inner ear crystals, bppv vertigo treatment epley maneuver, epley maneuver for dizziness, Posterior Canal BPPV, vestibular neuritis, horizontal canal BPPV, prevent BPPV

People ask me all the time, “Does Botox work for vestibular migraine?”  Another common question people ask is, “Is it going to get rid of my dizziness?” That question is missing the point. When you’re treating vestibular migraine, you’re not treating the dizziness. Does Botox work for VM? Yes, but not because you’re treating the dizziness. In this episode, you’ll hear me synthesize a study that dove into the impact of Botox on vestibular migraine—how it works, who it works for, and some important things to know if you’d like to explore this treatment for yourself. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What is Botox for and not to be used for How Botox treats vestibular migraine Where the Botox injections happen for vestibular migraine If insurance covers Botox for vestibular migraine How many Botox treatments it takes to see any change Important note if you have EDS and VM and are interested in Botox If you think Botox is just freezing the muscles and therefore vestibular migraine goes away—no. As you heard in the episode, there are way deeper things going on.  Resources referenced in this episode are linked below, so you can review them on your own and share them with your doctor. Related Episodes: Guide to CGRP Medications for VM Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10751376/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9358216/#abstract1 Blog: Vestibular Migraine: Popular Symptoms and Treatment Blog: Best 5 Tips for Managing Vestibular Migraine More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— botox for vestibular migraine, BPPV, PPPD, Vestibular migraine, VM, constant vestibular migraine, how to treat vestibular migraine, vestibular migraine symptoms, SSRI, will insurance cover Botox for vestibular migraine, is Botox covered by insurance, Botox foundation, vertigo attacks, episodic migraine, CGRP levels, EDS, neck strength protocol, deep cervical neck flexors

It may sound too good to be true, but mindset shifts can dramatically improve your experience of managing chronic migraine. How? Dr. Emily Kostelnik is back on the podcast to share that with us! We’re talking about mindset and migraine and a brand new, well-balanced (pun intended) course she’s rolling out soon. Dr. Kostelnik shares the piece that’s been missing from the mindset conversation, clears up a huge misunderstanding about somatics, and shares two things you can do today to regulate your nervous system simply by addressing your mindset. In this episode, we’ll dig into: Why mindset matters with vestibular migraine What the biopsychosocial approach still is missing What’s lacking in most therapies for chronic illness A huge misunderstanding with what somatics means Two mindset exercises you can try today Words we say that activate the nervous system The brand new program Dr. Emily is releasing Tune in to discover practical tools and techniques to help you navigate your VM symptoms with so much kindness and ease! 👉 Be sure to check out Dr. Kostelnik’s Back to Balance Course! Related Episodes: Can We Break the Dizzy-Anxious-Dizzy Cycle w/ Dr. Emily Kostelnik The Importance of Hope for Vestibular Migraine w/ Dr. Emily Kostelnik Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) Dr. Emily Kostelnik (website) Dr. Emily Kostelnik (Instagram) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. Amazon Affiliate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases with no extra cost to you. Dr. Madison Oak, PT is a dedicated vestibular physical therapist committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals grappling with chronic vestibular conditions. She is the proprietor of Oak Physical Therapy & Wellness, a reputable telehealth vestibular rehabilitation therapy practice catering to clients across six states. Additionally, Dr. Oak is the visionary behind Vestibular Group Fit, an esteemed international group program. With over 500 members, her program has successfully empowered individuals with vestibular disorders to reclaim control over their lives. ————————————— Chronic migraine, VM, mindset shift, mindset and migraine, biopsychosocial, living with VM, living with vertigo, chronic dizziness, holistic approach, nervous system regulation, Superior Canal Dehiscence syndrome, somatics, thought loop, trauma-informed, triggers, alternative therapies

“I was making myself nauseous, not knowing it was something else. And that was insanely frustrating.” As a mom of two, dancer, choreographer, and overall fit and healthy person, Elizabeth was taken aback when she was told she had BPPV. After years of treating the wrong diagnosis, she finally got the help she really needed. This included joining Vestibular Group Fit. And now? She’s thriving! Elizabeth volunteered to share her story and today, she joins us on the podcast! In this episode, we’ll dig into: What it’s like to live with VM, BPPV, & PPPD How Elizabeth discovered she had a vestibular disorder What she did to figure out what to do with this new, scary diagnosis How Elizabeth went on to get the right diagnosis What tools have been the most helpful for her navigating vestibular migraine Why there’s so much confusion and misdiagnosis with vestibular disorders What Elizabeth keeps in her VM toolkit The best way to ask for or provide help with vestibular disorders What Elizabeth notices about life now vs before finding VGF Future goals she is working toward Elizabeth being here today and sharing her story is proof that it does get better! As you heard, she has so many wins from being able to communicate her needs to her family and healthcare providers, to having a reliable toolkit that works for her.  Side note: not everything works for everyone—it takes trial and error and time to piece together your most effective toolkit. People with migraine never fit in a box. You already know this.  And in Vestibular Group Fit, we’re uniquely tuned into this. Which is why we encourage you to make this experience yours. We’d love to be able to support you as you discover what you need to manage your vestibular disorder.👉 Join Vestibular Group Fit (use code GROUNDED) Related Episodes: Positional Vertigo  How to Help Someone with VM Links/Resources Mentioned: Dr. Emily Kostelnik Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— Vestibular group fit, BPPV, PPPD, Vestibular migraine, mom with VM, living with vestibular disorder, vestibular disorder support, VM support group, dancer, VM diagnosis, living with vertigo, vestibular PT, diagnostic criteria, blood sugar regulation, vestibular disorder toolkit, nervous system regulation, management of vestibular migraine

Most people get something very wrong about the doctor—they’re not meant for a lot of the things we try to use them for. With that in mind, let’s talk about how to get the most out of your doctor visit.  We’re going to take a look at what you can reasonably expect from a physician during a quick, infrequent visit with them. And then I’m wrapping up with some thoughts on health insurance—what you need to know and what you can expect when searching for a provider who can help you with your vestibular disorder. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What most people assume incorrectly about their primary physician The No. 1 thing to avoid during a doctor visit 3 tips to keep in mind for your next medical visit Important information to bring & share with your PCP What you need to know about health insurance & out-of-network providers Since I don’t have the power to change the healthcare system, I want to help you navigate it more easily. For even more tips, join us in Vestibular Group Fit (use code GROUNDED for a 15% discount)! Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— living with vestibular disorder, vestibular support group, vestibular dysfunction, vestibular disorder, vestibular migraine, dizziness, DO, medical provider, PCP, primary physician, tips for going to the doctor, healthcare system, medications & supplements, diagnosis, meniere's disease, BPPV, lifestyle changes, dietary changes, exercises for vestibular disorder, insurance, out of network, HSA, FSA, doctors appointment, doctor visit

Tracking your symptoms can be incredibly helpful in revealing patterns. When we talk about vestibular migraine, we ultimately want to figure out the patterning behind it for you. Even if it feels like it’s completely random and there’s absolutely no pattern, there’s almost always some sort of pattern. I help a lot of my patients figure out what their pattern is by them tracking their symptoms and sharing their log with me. In today’s episode, I’m sharing what that looks like so you have a roadmap to follow. In this episode, we’ll dig into: How to track your vestibular disorder symptoms Examples of common vestibular migraine symptoms Which symptoms you want to track for your vestibular disorder What your neurologist and other providers will want to see What symptoms to track short term vs long term The benefit of having a VM toolkit for attacks What to do to begin your vestibular healing journey Part of living with and managing a vestibular disorder is about understanding your unique situation. Which, yes, includes symptom tracking for the short and long term. It’s not possible to ignore your way or think your way out of a vestibular disorder. It’s about awareness, intentional actions, and curating the most supportive tools and providers for you. I hope this episode was helpful and timely because... you can take your first step toward feeling strong, steady, and supported with the VGF Labor Day Sale! (Details below) Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit Labor Day Sale 25% off 8/31-9/1 (code LABORDAY25 at checkout) Related Episodes: 30. Phases of Vestibular Migraine More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— track symptoms, symptoms tracking, vestibular disorder symptoms, balance disorder symptoms, VM symptoms, vestibular vertigo symptoms, vestibular dysfunction, vestibular disorder, vestibular migraine, nausea inner ear, phases of vestibular migraine, migraine attacks, prodrome examples, living with vestibular disorder, rebound migraine

Being in vestibular disorder support groups can be really helpful—at first. But many of them share posts that are anxiety-provoking and over time, these spaces can leave you feeling drained vs empowered. This isn’t the case for every single support group out there. But if this is your experience, I want you to know you’re not alone in that. This episode is all about vestibular disorder support groups and chronic illness support groups in general. In this episode, we’ll dig into: Why people join support groups What the support group experience is often like The pros and cons of being in support groups Why these spaces for healing sometimes turn into negative echo chambers How to vet advice shared in these online communities What makes a support space actually supportive Questions to ask yourself to evaluate groups you’re currently in I share so much information for free (here on the podcast, on the blog, etc.) because I want you to be aware. Aware of what can help with your vestibular disorder, what has been scientifically proven, and what your options truly are. We do lots of good things in VGF to set you up for healing and success—wins of the week, challenges, questions with engagement and context. And everything is grounded in nervous system safety with evidence-based, science-backed tools that help you with your vestibular disorder. We do not do toxic positivity in VGF, but we do do regulated realism. Because your nervous system is always listening. The stories you consume become your inner narrative. So be careful about the content you consume and choose spaces that speak to your healing. They’re out there—I promise! Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— vestibular support group, pros and cons of support groups, VM support group, VGF, vestibular group fit, support groups, chronic illness support groups, reflection moment, vestibular migraine, VM attack, support group experience, online community, negativity bias, autonomy, confirmation bias, identity entanglement, trauma-informed, peer-support, invisible illness

I’m constantly responding to questions in my Ask Me Anything (AMA) box on Instagram about this one topic—from 2 very different perspectives. Helping someone with a vestibular disorder. There’s the person experiencing the symptoms of the vestibular disorder. And then there’s the person who cares about the person with the vestibular disorder. This podcast is dedicated to both of you. This isn’t about getting someone to understand how frustrated and dizzy you feel. Or about making anyone feel bad for the way their brain and body just are. It’s about getting people to understand how they can help when you are feeling symptomatic. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What you can do to support someone with a vestibular disorder What people with vestibular disorders wish you knew A note on asking for help Common vestibular disorders What is really not helpful to someone with a vestibular disorder How hypervigilance plays into vestibular disorders What it means that a vestibular disorder is a spectrum disorder A big takeaway here is the unpredictability of a vestibular disorder. And the fact that every day is going to look very different. I promise you this does get better—with the right tools. It’s not overnight, but with the right tools, consistency, trial and error, and some frustration it does get better.And there are so many things you can do to help someone who’s struggling with a vestibular disorder—no matter if it’s BPPV, PPPD, vestibular migraine, or Ménière's disease. Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠Dr. Madison on YouTube The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— support for vestibular disorder, support someone with vestibular disorder, living with vestibular disorder, dizziness, dizziness spells, explain vestibular disorder, how to help someone with vertigo, vestibular disorder, PPPD, VM, vestibular specialist, vestibular disorder treatment, vestibular disorder cure, vestibular disorder symptoms, problems with vestibular system, meniere's disease, BPPV, chronic illness, invisible illness, spectrum disorder, vestibular disorder toolkit, vestibular disorder diagnosis

Doing more things with a vestibular disorder is possible—but you absolutely need to rest. This means giving your body time to rest and different types of rest in order to achieve that. Rest is an essential part of being a human being. Yet we live in a society where people don’t rest until they feel like they’ve “done enough.” When we should be resting before we feel the fatigue set in, we’re busy pushing through, ignoring how we truly feel, and worrying about a plan for a future crisis. (I have the best analogy for you in this episode, too!) It’s more helpful to actually take time to rest rather than continue trying to figure out what to do next because that is part of what will keep you stuck. And we do NOT want that! In this episode, we’ll dig into: What we’ve been taught about rest How a lack of rest impacts vestibular disorders How to know when you need rest The 7 different types of rest Examples of these types of rest in practice Why active and passive rest are both important Taking time to rest and recharge throughout the day will make it so your body doesn’t require you to rest later. Take breaks before you need them. If you enjoy episodes like this, these are the types of conversations we’re having all the time in Vestibular Group Fit. We’d love to have you join us! (Use the code below.) ————————————— Related Episodes: Ep 96: Nervous System Regulation Ep 94: Brain Fog Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— Types of rest, rest cycles, adequate rest, improve sleep hygiene, how much sleep, sleep quality, lifestyle changes, vestibular group fit, threshold theory, nervous system regulation, mental load, benefits of rest, vestibular disorders, stress relief, passive rest, active rest, VM, rest for introverts, rest for extroverts, sensory reset, brain fog

Reminder: I’m not a medical doctor. I do not interpret bloodwork.  But I do get a lot of questions about bloodwork.  “What’s the difference between normal & optimal bloodwork?” “What do I do if my labs are abnormal?” “What can I do with the information from my bloodwork?” Whether you’ve been getting bloodwork for years or you’re just about to get your first full bloodwork panel of your life—this episode is sure to help you! In this episode, we’ll dig into: Brief overview of how bloodwork ranges work What optimal vs normal bloodwork is If normal ranges ever shift How bloodwork differs from provider to provider How to make the most of your full bloodwork panel What to know if you have abnormal lab values Lab ranges are based on large populations—they’re not based on you. I can’t stress the importance of making sure you have bloodwork done and that you work with a provider who can help you make sense of your unique situation. Be sure to download the Optimal Bloodwork PDF below and I’ll see you on Instagram! ————————————— Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!)  Optimal Bloodwork Link Instagram Accounts Mentioned: Dr Lyday-bloodwork/functional medicine Dr. Samantha- fertility Function Health-bloodwork More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— What is optimal bloodwork, optimal lab values, normal bloodwork, optimal vs normal bloodwork, ferritin levels, normal bloodwork ranges, TSH, fertility, vitamin D, B12, optimal lab values PDF, full bloodwork panel, abnormal bloodwork, cofactors, optimal health, vestibular migraine, VM, dizziness, PPPD, brain fog, fatigue, gut issues, hormone health

One of the most stressful things to go through—is a move. Or building a brand new home and then moving into it. But that’s just one example of stress. And stress? That can wreak havoc on a vestibular disorder. This deep dive into stress, vestibular disorders, and migraine was inspired by this 2016 study I reference all the time. It reveals so much, which is great because this topic doesn’t yield a simple “yes” or “no” answer. In this episode, we’ll dig into: The “big 5” vestibular migraine triggers What stress actually is Common types of stressors What the Threshold or Bucket Theory is What VM triggers you can control When stressors trigger migraine attacks If stress is the root cause of migraine What you can do to reduce stressors Stress is not just mental—it’s physical, emotional, relational, environmental, sensory. And it matters a lot to vestibular disorders, migraine, and PPPD. So, is stress a migraine trigger? Tune in to find out. Related Episodes: Nervous System Regulation for VM Links/Resources Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!)  Nervous System Regulation Study About Stress and Migraine More Links/Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— Stress as a vestibular trigger, vestibular disorders, stress response, stress relief, overstimulated nervous system, vestibular system, flexibility of nervous system, pliable nervous system, moving with vestibular disorder, migraine attacks, VM, migraine triggers, threshold theory, bucket theory, types of stressors, let-down migraine, stress feedback loop, PPPD

Most people think regulating their nervous system means being calm all the time or doing breathing exercises. It does not. Having a regulated nervous system is not about feeling calm all the time. It’s about how you are able to respond to difficult and new stimuli. Because that is a fact of life that’s not going anywhere! Nervous system regulation looks like a lot of different things depending on the person. We’re going to explore all the things you can do to have a more resilient and regulated nervous system. Your brain is overstimulated and overreacting to a lot of things. It is not your fault. But you can rewire your way out of VM. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What the nervous system is in charge of What the emotions thermometer is Why fight / flight / freeze is not a bad thing Why migraine attacks happen Why avoidance or elimination doesn’t solve the problem What true self-care is (with examples) How to rewire your brain with nervous system regulation It’s not just the symptom—it’s your nervous system’s response to that symptom that makes it feel like X, Y, Z is causing your life to fall apart. Emotions are not in our control. But we do have control over our thoughts much of the time. Remind yourself this can get better, that you do have a toolkit. Because being in the throes of a migraine attack is scary and unsettling.  The ability—over time and with practice—to identify what you can do to regulate yourself and start to feel better allows your nervous system to become more flexible. Links from this episode: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!)  Nervous System Regulation Instagram Accounts Mentioned: @jenwellnesstherapy @lifewithmigraine @yourmigrainetherapist More Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠ ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠ ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠ ⁠The FREE POTS - safe Workouts⁠ ⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off your first subscription cycle!) ⁠ Connect with Dr. Madison: ⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠ ⁠@TheOakMethod⁠ ⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠ Connect with Dr. Jenna @dizzy.rehab.therapist  Work with Dr. Madison 1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy Vestibular Group Fit Small Group Coaching (offered throughout the year, sign up for our email list to learn when!) Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here! Love what you heard? Reviews really help us out! Please consider leaving one for us.  This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— nervous system regulation for vestibular migraine, migraine attacks, VM, treating vestibular migraine, dizziness, stress response, improve balance, autonomic nervous system, migraine management, stress relief, survival mode, overstimulated nervous system, vestibular system, avoidance, perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, fight, flight, fawn, freeze, somatic tracking, PEM