So you think you might have vestibular migraine – what do you do? What kind of doctor treats this? How do you get on the path that feels steady again? This is the guide for you. Many of us didn’t know what the heck was happening to us when we…
When I first experienced the horrible symptoms of chronic vestibular migraine I worked at a giant corporate office with an open floor plan – my worst nightmare. As my light sensitivity and ataxia got worse, I was grasping at any treatment I could to still be able to function at…
Today’s guest post is from Kristi Ann DeName, a NYS licensed mental health counselor who is certified in biofeedback therapy and level-II trained in Eye-Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. She provides counseling for children, adolescents and adults, primarily focusing on trauma, stress-related issues, ADHD and anxiety. During these sessions…
As this site grows, I receive more messages and emails from readers asking similar vestibular migraine questions. I thought I would combine the most frequently asked questions on migraine into a post that would provide an easy reference. If you have any other questions – add them to the comments!…
Did you know there are several different types of magnesium that are beneficial for different things? Migraine disorders can be linked with magnesium deficiency, making supplementation necessary for most of us. However, if you’re finding that you have more digestive “issues” when upping your magnesium intake, you’re not alone. I…
This guest post is courtesy of Jennifer Bragdon, “The Dizzy Baker”, who I am thankful for each and every month! You can find all of her fun recipes and Vestibular Migraine tips here. I also encourage you to read her path to recovery. Jennifer is an administrator for one of my favorite…
Today’s guest post comes from Nicki Nemeth, an artist and a fellow migraine warrior who broke a 2 year intractable cycle a few months ago with the help of diet, supplements, and MMJ. To see some of her art, check out her page @nickidoesart. Hi everyone, my name is Nicki…
For Balance Awareness Week 2018, I’m focusing on a series of interviews from fellow vestibular disorder and vestibular migraine warriors in all different stages of healing. They’re sharing their tips and tricks, as well as what they’ve learned from living with this illness. This week is dedicated to raising awareness…
We all know magnesium has been shown to decrease migraine symptoms in general, but often we forget that different types of magnesium are helpful for different areas. Magnesium Threonate is supposed to be the best for neurological issues, particularly because it has a high absorption rate and can penetrate the…
These cupcakes were made specifically for the Vestibular Disorder Association in honor of Balance Awareness Week, September 16th-22nd. When VeDA asked me to be the ambassador for the week, I was beyond honored. Since the mascot for vestibular disorders is a flamingo, I racked my brain for any pink foods…