You Have Found Solid Ground, But Your Brain Has Not You step off a boat, a plane, or a treadmill. But instead of returning to the stability of dry land, it feels like you are still in motion. The floor rocks beneath you. The room gently sways. Days go by—and the sensation does not stop. This … [Read more...] about Trapped in Motion: Rewiring the Brain After Mal de Debarquement Syndrome
How the Vestibular System Shapes Balance, Emotion, and Autonomic Health
You Were Made to Feel Steady We take balance for granted—until it is gone. Whether it is a sudden wave of dizziness while turning your head, a vague sense of disequilibrium in crowded environments, or full-blown vertigo, dysfunction in the vestibular system can turn everyday life into a … [Read more...] about How the Vestibular System Shapes Balance, Emotion, and Autonomic Health
Could You Be Experiencing A Balance Disorder?
Balance Disorders affect nearly 90 million Americans each year, is the second most common complaint heard in doctors’ offices and the number one health complaint of patients over the age of 70. There are more than a dozen balance, or vestibular, disorders though some are more common that others. … [Read more...] about Could You Be Experiencing A Balance Disorder?