Conquering Dizziness: Vestibular Symptoms, Vestibular Migraine, and How to Manage
Release Date: 02/16/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of Spotlight on Migraine, vestibular physical therapist, Dr. Madison Oak, discusses the vestibular system and vestibular therapy. She talks about common vestibular symptoms, including dizziness, vestibular migraine, and offers strategies for how to cope.
Read the transcript at migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep3-conquering-dizziness
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