How to beat vestibular migraines by changing your brain (applies to PPPD and VM)

In this video, I talk about why we should be addressing ALL vestibular migraines (with or without PPPD) with a biopsychosocial approach, and by doing that, how we can much more effectively treat and prevent them. I talk about the specific treatment protocols I use and give suggestions on how to use the free Healing Chronic Dizziness course if you have vestibular migraines.

How stress keeps dizziness going

MdDS (in which I talk at length about biomedical bias):

[avamihalik]

Could not have been said better!!! Thank God there are SOME practitioners out there who understand this and it's not in our minds it's in our brains! We need to address the root cause and finally, we are unlearning the traditional medical model and going for a more comprehensive brain/body connection viewpoint. Bravo to you my dear! xoxo A

[cmoore]

for 7 years I have believed my daily dizziness was vestibular migraine (diagnosed by an ENT). I became hopeless to fix it. You have restored my hope and I am so thankful to you Dr. Arthur!!

[rswilley]

I’ve unfortunately dealt with VM and chronic pain or something of that nature for over 15 years. I’ve done a lot of self study trying to figure out what I’m dealing with and this by far is the best breakdown I’ve ever seen. Thank you for providing this info!

[alexmurphy]

I’ve seen some incredible doctors and knowledgeable professionals dealing with MDDS and Vestibular Migraines and there’s no doubt you’re the best on youtube. Incredible resources

[mollywhitemusicXYZ]

The part on self care really hit home- asking myself what are my needs, how are they not met, how this affects me and having the courage to stand up for myself about this in my relationships. I’ve been feeling the pressure build up inside that go along with my symptoms of vertigo. Thank you for helping make it so clear!

[maivu]

I want to say that you are God sent. I have been suffering with daily dizziness and headaches that caused my anxiety and depression for years. The doctors diaGnosed me with Ménière’s disease and have vestibular therapy, but nothing has helped until I accidentally came across your YouTube’s. Thank you so much!

[Antoineduval]

Every now and then you encounter a speaker on YT who expresses not only knowledge of their subject, but associated wisdom and psychological insights of a very high standard. This highly articulate lady knows her stuff inside out... I had never thought of the body's fight or flight reaction which can occasion pain and dizziness symptoms. This good lady's video here is not only brilliant, it offers rare and intelligent thinking.

[gigglyerin]

My symptoms started right after my grandfather passed. I thought it was just sinus congestion and treated it like allergies...then like an ear infection...then like PPPD, then ENT did a "balance test" (VNG) that resulted in an urgent referral to a neuro-opthamologist and a brain MRI. The MRI was clear, so we're treating it as vestibular migraine. I'm so grateful that every medical professional I saw on my journey believed me.

[lc-cxqj]

I really love your distinction about self-care, as I’m a mental health therapist and feel that this is usually misunderstood when people come into my office as well. I’ve been dealing with what they believe to be vestibular migraines or possibly PPPD proceeded by a peripheral vestibular disorder. It has definitely challenged my anxiety and stress levels, and I already was predisposed to anxiety and panic disorder prior to this. Your channel has been so incredibly educational and helpful in understanding how to treat these issues.

[lesleynapier]

A very informative and comprehensive video. I am slowly beginning to understand the mechanisms of this condition. Thank you.

[paulaspagnuolo]

I think you are spot with your thoughts on Vestibular Migraine Dr. Arthur. You truly do a fantastic job explaining—in simple terms with terrific analogies—what can be complicated concepts. I’m finding that really understanding what is going on goes a long way in retraining the brain, which is in my estimation at the heart of recovery.

[TheJohnmusk]

I've always described my migraines as a "bio-chemical" process. Its nice to see you start off with that.

[BrandyHarris-uhh]

I just out of nowhere woke up one morning with the worse vertigo ever, room spinning could barely walk. Got over that episode . About a month later it eas back i about fell off the potty and got so dizzy i threw up. Lasted for days and now almost two yrs later i still on a daily have vestibular migraine systoms, full head and ears, feeling of being on a fair ride or feeling like i been standing on my head or swinging on a swing, extreme fatigue and jello legs. Horrible anxiety. This is almost daily feelings. Its ruined my life in so many ways

[MrAndyNich]

Might be the most important video ive ever watched. Wow.

[kellyhubble]

So grateful to have come across the information you’re sharing!! I have battled Vestibular Migraines for the last 3 years. I’ve watched a total of 4 episodes so far and am seeing a HUGE improvement already. God bless you for sharing this work with us. I’m going to be doing the “How to treat your chronic dizziness course” as suggested. I cannot wait to share this with my other friends I know suffering. Tonight was my first vision loss migraine in almost 2 weeks….AND I was able to use my rescue med and come out of it within under an hour. That is HUGE for me!! They can take me out for days. Bringing awareness and processing and letting go seems like it’s just clicked! Thank you!

[gemmar.]

Very very good video. Looking at the psychosocial causes as well. In this I fully agree. Happy to have found you!

[YTmembershipaccount]

It all started for me with a bunch if traumatic events. Thought i had a stroke. Long story short im perfectly healthy from all drs and tests. Vrt doesnt effect me to much. Sometimes i feel a tad worse after but mostly okay.

Patterns mess me up but only sometimes.

Im overcoming health anxiety thankfully. I went from weekly panic and anxiety to being able to stay calm.

Right now i just have visual impairments (visual snow and floaters) and then fatigue is crazy so often.

[carolinerhys-jones]

I have taken your wonderful course and am focussing on relieving chronic stress and anxiety though a daily practice of your brain exercises, parasympathetic breathing, meditation. In two weeks of this, I am feeling so much better. This is after 6 years of almost continual balance problems (which I first experienced 25 years ago), with episodes of vertigo/dizziness. ‘Best guess’ diagnosis 5 years ago was vestibular migraine following an episode of BPPV, but I now think I have had PPPD for years. The thought of VRT exercises to promote dizzy symptoms are currently freaking me out, so I am focussed on the emotional side for now at least. But I was very encouraged to hear that many of your clients get better without VRT. I had been wondering if this was ever possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you are doing. You are amazing and an absolute blessing!

[bee]

Your amazing!! much better than a neurologist who I feel really does not understand vestibular migraines.

[WantedRevival]

Stumbled across this, I suffer from VM and am excited to learn more from you