In this episode of the Making Vestibular Visible podcast we talk about blast wave injuries, and the vestibular injury that results from near- or far- exposure to explosives. Whether due to an isolated act of terrorism or an ongoing regional conflict, the impact of explosives is severe. It's estimated that 1 in 8 people globally have been exposed to conflict in 2024. This includes those living within 5 kilometers (3 miles) of violent events, such as bombings and explosions. The ongoing conflic...
May 14, 2025
1 hr
In this episode we are going to discuss the remote treatment of dizziness and imbalance using a novel virtual platform called Vertigenius, a comprehensive and personalized approach to vestibular rehabilitation that empowers patients to effectively engage with their prescribed exercises. Speaker bio: Dr. Dara Meldrum is a vestibular physiotherapist with over 25 years of clinical and research experience. She has published 53 journal articles and 100 conference abstracts. Her doctoral research c...
Jan 3, 2025
44 min
Three years ago Dr. Bell presented a webinar for VeDA on navigating the healthcare system, and since then she’s been working tirelessly to write a book for people suffering with dizziness or vertigo who are seeking relief through healthcare and who are unable to work with her in person. Dr. Bell’s goal in writing this book is to share what she has learned in more than twenty years of clinical practice, and to offer a guide for patients navigating the healthcare system to find answers an...
Dec 27, 2024
1 hr 12 min
This podcast brings to light the revolutionary science of fixational eye movements and how they play a critical role in stabilizing vision during head movements, influencing balance, and maintaining clear vision. We will be introduced to a novel retinal-based eye tracking technology that has unlocked the ability to see the unseen eye movements underlying many patients who have "normal" examinations using pupil-tracking devices, and why using different ocular structures for eye-tracking may el...
Dec 27, 2024
1 hr 11 min
Have you ever wondered this during a visit to a healthcare provider? This feeling hardly leaves you enthusiastic about following their recommendations, does it? Fortunately, many healthcare providers are adding “Certified Health Coach” to their credentials through a program teaching licensed professionals how to “alter their traditional patient engagement approach through evidence-based conversation strategies.” In this recorded live event, Melinda Huffman, BSN, MSN, CCNS, CHC joins us from N...
Sep 23, 2024
1 hr 5 min
Can virtual reality help with vestibular healthcare? In this recorded live interview host Kathleen Stross, DPT interviewed researcher Geoff Wright and physical therapists, Bridgett Wallace and Ramiro Maldonado, about their new affordable, ultra-portable, scientifically validated Virtual Reality solution for assessing fall risk, identifying causes and shaping treatments. Geoffrey Wright, PhD: Dr. Wright's background is in neuroscience, engineering, and rehabilitation science. He has bee...
Aug 26, 2024
53 min
Firebush, Inc. is a nonprofit organization incorporated in 2017 with a mission to give back to the community through funding that allows health and fitness professionals to provide safe, high-quality health and fitness classes at no charge to the elderly or anyone with mobility challenges. In this recorded live event on Facebook, YouTube and LinkedIn with founder Gloria Harris to talk about these free classes and how they can help people with dizziness and imbalance. Learn more at https://fi...
Aug 5, 2024
41 min
Learn more at https://vestibular.org/balancebelt-information-request/ The BalanceBelt is a smart belt that helps you to improve your balance during walking and standing. The BalanceBelt contains several tiny vibration motors. When the BalanceBelt senses that you are starting to lose balance, it will vibrate in the direction of your imbalance. Your brain will learn to compensate your body based on these tiny vibrations. The result: if you have severe balance problems, the BalanceBelt enables ...
Jul 15, 2024
47 min
BEqualise is a holistic and personalized program to help patients suffering from balance disorders. The Bequalise program is scientifically based and aims to guide patients with day-by-day training, nutrition, brain exercises, and relaxation tips. There is also a section for healthcare professionals to monitor and empower their patients. Learn more about this resource in this episode of the Making Vestibular Visible interview with BEqualise CEO and Founder, Dr.Viviana Mucci. Download at htt...
Apr 24, 2024
38 min
Vestibular patients across the globe share many common experiences besides the physical symptoms of vestibular disorders. In this recorded live event, UK-based Peter Rea, MD and US-based Joel Goebel, MD join host Kathleen Stross, DPT to discuss the differences and similarities between the US and UK healthcare systems and how that impacts vestibular health. This event is sponsored by the LifeOnTheLevel support group, led by Kevin Higgs, vestibular patient. VeDA relies on your support to help ...
Dec 14, 2023
1 hr 1 min
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