Dizzy and Vertigo Institute

Dizzy and Vertigo Institute 📍Beverly Hills, CA
👩‍⚕️California's #1 Center for Treating Dizziness and Vertigo

Every small win matters. Progress takes time, and every step forward is worth celebrating! 🙌🏼Recovery from dizziness or ...
03/24/2026

Every small win matters. Progress takes time, and every step forward is worth celebrating! 🙌🏼

Recovery from dizziness or vertigo doesn’t always happen overnight. Some days the progress feels big, and other days it may feel small, but every improvement matters.

Be patient with yourself, trust the process, and remember that progress is still happening.🩵

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month 🧠This month is dedicated to raising awareness about brain injuries, supporting tho...
03/19/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month 🧠

This month is dedicated to raising awareness about brain injuries, supporting those navigating recovery, and helping more people understand the challenges that can follow a brain injury.

Many individuals who experience concussions or traumatic brain injuries also develop symptoms such as dizziness, vertigo, balance difficulties, and sensory sensitivity.

Brain Injury Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate, advocate, and support those who are on the path to recovery.

If you or someone you love is experiencing lingering symptoms after a concussion or brain injury, know that you are not alone and help is available.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Dizzy & Vertigo Institute! 🍀✨
03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at Dizzy & Vertigo Institute! 🍀✨

Small Wins Add Up 👏🏼🩵When you’re navigating dizziness or vertigo, it’s easy to focus on what still feels hard.But healin...
03/12/2026

Small Wins Add Up 👏🏼🩵

When you’re navigating dizziness or vertigo, it’s easy to focus on what still feels hard.

But healing often shows up in small, quiet ways first.

Maybe you turned your head a little faster today without symptoms spiking.
Maybe you walked through a grocery store with less overwhelm.
Maybe you needed fewer breaks.
Maybe you felt steady for a few extra minutes.

Those moments matter.

Vestibular recovery is rarely dramatic or overnight. It’s gradual. It’s layered. It’s built on repetition and retraining your brain.

Small wins are signs that your nervous system is adapting. That your brain is learning. That your body is recalibrating.

Progress doesn’t always look like “completely better.”
Sometimes it looks like “slightly easier.”

And slightly easier is still forward.

If you’re in the middle of your healing journey, take a moment to acknowledge what’s improved, even if it feels minor.

Small steps compound.
Small improvements add up.
Small wins build big change.

What’s one small win you’ve noticed lately? 👇🏼✨

A Letter to Someone Newly Diagnosed with Dizziness ✉️👇🏼If you’re reading this after just receiving a diagnosis, you migh...
03/10/2026

A Letter to Someone Newly Diagnosed with Dizziness ✉️👇🏼

If you’re reading this after just receiving a diagnosis, you might be feeling overwhelmed.

Maybe you’re relieved to finally have an answer. Maybe you’re scared. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to explain symptoms that no one else could see.

First, take a deep breath.

Dizziness can feel isolating. It can disrupt your routines, your confidence, and even simple daily tasks. You might be wondering if things will ever feel “normal” again.

They can.

Healing from vestibular conditions is often not instant. It’s gradual. It’s layered. It takes patience. But progress is absolutely possible.

There will be days that feel encouraging and days that feel frustrating. Both are part of the process. Improvement doesn’t always happen in a straight line.

Ask questions. Advocate for yourself. Celebrate small wins. And give yourself permission to move at your own pace.

Most importantly, know this: you are not alone in this.

There is a path forward. 🩵

Your symptoms do not define your strength. 👏🏼🩵Living with dizziness or vertigo can feel overwhelming in ways most people...
03/05/2026

Your symptoms do not define your strength. 👏🏼🩵

Living with dizziness or vertigo can feel overwhelming in ways most people don’t fully see.

The missed plans.
The cautious movements.
The energy it takes just to get through an ordinary day.

It can be easy to measure your strength by what you’re able to do physically. But strength looks different during vestibular recovery.

Strength is showing up to appointments even when you’re exhausted.
Strength is practicing your exercises on hard days.
Strength is advocating for yourself when you don’t feel understood.
Strength is continuing forward, even when progress feels slow.

Your symptoms are something you’re navigating. They are not a reflection of your resilience, your courage, or your ability to heal.

Healing takes time, patience, and compassion for yourself along the way.

And no matter where you are in your journey, your strength is still there. 🫶🏼

Creating a vestibular-friendly work setup isn’t just about comfort. It’s about symptom management. 👇🏼For many patients, ...
03/03/2026

Creating a vestibular-friendly work setup isn’t just about comfort. It’s about symptom management. 👇🏼

For many patients, long hours at a desk can increase dizziness, visual strain, neck tension, and fatigue. Screens, lighting, posture, and even background noise can overstimulate a sensitive nervous system.

The good news is that small adjustments can make a meaningful difference.

Raising your monitor to eye level, softening harsh lighting, taking intentional screen breaks, and improving posture can all help reduce symptom flare-ups throughout the day.

Your recovery doesn’t only happen during appointments.
It also happens in the spaces you spend the most time in.

If your workday has been triggering symptoms, consider evaluating your setup. A calmer environment can support a calmer vestibular system! 🩵

If you’ve ever had to cancel plans because of dizziness or vertigo, you know how heavy that decision can feel. 😕 The exc...
02/26/2026

If you’ve ever had to cancel plans because of dizziness or vertigo, you know how heavy that decision can feel. 😕

The excitement of saying yes…
Followed by the anxiety of “What if I don’t feel okay that day?”
And sometimes, the disappointment of having to cancel at the last minute.

Vestibular conditions are unpredictable. Symptoms can flare without warning, making environments with noise, lights, crowds, or movement feel overwhelming or even unsafe.

Canceling plans isn’t about not wanting to be there.
It’s about protecting your nervous system and honoring your limits.

Many patients experience:

• Guilt for letting others down
• Fear of being misunderstood
• Frustration over lost normalcy
• Isolation from social activities

If this is part of your journey, please know you’re not alone.

You’re navigating something invisible that requires strength most people don’t see.

Healing sometimes means resting.
Sometimes it means leaving early.
And sometimes it means canceling altogether.

Give yourself permission to prioritize your health without shame.

The right people will understand.
And the right support will meet you where you are! 🩵

Sleep can feel especially challenging when you’re navigating dizziness or vertigo. Between symptom flare-ups, positional...
02/24/2026

Sleep can feel especially challenging when you’re navigating dizziness or vertigo. Between symptom flare-ups, positional discomfort, and nervous system sensitivity, many vestibular patients struggle to get the rest their body needs. 😴💤

But quality sleep plays a powerful role in recovery.

During sleep, your brain works to recalibrate balance signals, regulate sensory input, and support vestibular compensation. When rest is disrupted, healing can feel slower and symptoms can feel more intense.

The good news is that small, supportive changes to your nighttime routine can make a meaningful difference. Prioritizing sleep hygiene helps calm the nervous system, reduce overstimulation, and create a safer environment for your brain and body to rest.

Your recovery isn’t only happening during treatment. It’s also happening while you sleep. 🩵🌙

A Day in the Life with Vestibular Migraine 🧠6:30 AM — Woke up feeling ‘off.’ Not dizzy yet, but it’s coming.Many with ve...
02/19/2026

A Day in the Life with Vestibular Migraine 🧠

6:30 AM — Woke up feeling ‘off.’ Not dizzy yet, but it’s coming.
Many with vestibular migraine wake up with brain fog or lightheadedness before full symptoms kick in.

7:15 AM — Overhead lights trigger mild vertigo. Vision feels blurry. Light sensitivity is a major vestibular migraine trigger — especially fluorescent or overhead lighting.

10:00 AM — Scrolling screen too long. Pressure building behind my eyes.Screen time can overload the vestibular system, especially if combined with poor posture or lack of breaks.

12:30 PM — Forgot to eat a balanced meal. Blood sugar drop makes symptoms worse. Skipping meals or eating foods high in sodium, MSG, or preservatives can worsen vestibular migraines.

2:00 PM — Sunlight + motion from passing cars = nausea + dizziness spike. Movement sensitivity is common — especially in visually complex environments like traffic, stores, or crowds.

3:30 PM — Took a break. Ice pack, quiet space, hydration, and breathing. When caught early, symptoms can often be managed with rest, hydration, vestibular therapy techniques, or rescue meds.

9:00 PM — Journaling to track triggers. Magnesium at night to support my system. Magnesium, sleep hygiene, and stress tracking can help reduce migraine frequency.

Small lifestyle shifts can make a big difference in your recovery journey!These daily routines can support your vestibul...
02/17/2026

Small lifestyle shifts can make a big difference in your recovery journey!

These daily routines can support your vestibular system, reduce flare-ups, and help your brain adapt as you recover.

If you’re navigating vestibular symptoms, know that you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to support you every step of the way. 🩵

Happy Valentine’s Day from Dizzy & Vertigo Institute 🫶🏼🩵 Today is a reminder to show yourself a little extra love, espec...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Dizzy & Vertigo Institute 🫶🏼🩵

Today is a reminder to show yourself a little extra love, especially if dizziness or vertigo has been part of your journey!

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