Show Notes
In this episode, we’re going to cover some common questions about advocating for treatments at the doctor’s office, which can occur for a few different reasons.
Having research to help advocate for your needs not only helps you educate future people, it also helps provide objective evidence for your specific needs.
Areas we’re gonna talk about are: CGRPs, why tryptans are often less effective for the dizziness side of VM, benefits of Botox, benefits of Timolol eye drops, and VM masquerading as BPPV. We’re also talking about the triad of VM, hypermobility, MCAS, and POTS. And then BPPV, MDDS, and PPPD.
Save this episode! You’re going to want to listen to it more than once because there is so much good stuff in here.
In this episode, we’ll dig into:
Why having research helps you advocate for your specific needs at the doctor
CGRPs for vestibular migraine
Why tryptans are often less effective for the dizziness part of a VM attack
What the research says about Botox for vestibular migraine
What studies show about Timolol eye drops
Why vestibular migraine is commonly misdiagnosed as BPPV
Why VM, hypermobility, POTS, dysautonomia, and MCAS so often appear together
What to ask about if you keep getting recurrent BPPV
A 2024 MdDS treatment protocol that had a 64% improvement rate
How a sleep apnea assessment helps both VM and BPPV patients
Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools you have when it comes to advocating for your care—and now you have a little more of it.
Related Episodes:
What is Optimal Bloodwork?: https://thevertigodoctor.com/podcast/98-optimal-vs-normal-bloodwork/
How to Get a Dizziness Diagnosis: https://thevertigodoctor.com/podcast/154-how-to-get-a-dizziness-diagnosis-with-a-bonus-resource-guide/
Links Mentioned:
Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit
Guide with links from the episode in this Canva doc: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHQDflgIhM/TiRFvtDhQ9AY2hPv2SkBRA/edit
Free Resources:
The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/cb5js0y78n
The PPPD Management Masterclass: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/new-pppd
What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/partnership
The FREE Mini VGFit Workout: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/minifit
The FREE POTS – safe Workouts: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/pots
Connect with Dr. Madison (@TheVertigoDoctor): https://instagram.com/thevertigodoctor
Work with Dr. Madison:
For 1:1 Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, email [email protected]
Otherwise, I’ll see ya in Vestibular Group Fit!
Connect with Dr. Jenna (@dizzy.rehab.therapist): https://www.instagram.com/dizzy.rehab.therapist/
Learn about the Oak Method: http://thevertigodoctor.com/why-vestibular-group-fit
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This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.
Citations
Russo, C. V., Saccà, F., Braca, S., Sansone, M., Miele, A., Stornaiuolo, A., & De Simone, R. (2023). Anti-calcitonin gene-related peptide monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of vestibular migraine: A prospective observational cohort study. Cephalalgia : an international journal of headache, 43(4), 3331024231161809.
Hoskin, J. L., & Fife, T. D. (2022). New Anti-CGRP Medications in the Treatment of Vestibular Migraine. Frontiers in neurology, 12, 799002. https://doi.org/10.3389/fneur.2021.799002
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