Myth vs. Fact: Dizziness, Vertigo, and What Actually Helps

About this episode

The episode discusses common myths and facts about dizziness and vertigo, featuring insights from vestibular physical therapists.

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…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Abbie Ross, Dr. Dani Tolman

Guest: Dr. Amy Moore

Topics covered

• dizziness
• vertigo
• vestibular rehab
• myths and facts
• patient education
• healthcare misconceptions

Keywords

• dizziness
• vertigo
• vestibular rehab
• myths
• healthcare
• meclizine
• Epley maneuver
• chronic dizziness
• patient education

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Talk Dizzy To Me, Balancing Act Rehab

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