by David O'brian | Aug 26, 2019
Vestibular Migraine (Migraine Associated Vertigo) What is Vestibular Migraine? Vestibular migraine is a type of migraine that is characterised by recurrent episodes of vertigo (rotary or spinning sensation), nausea and/or loss of balance. In most people, it occurs...
by David O'brian | Aug 26, 2019
Meniere’s Disease What is Meniere’s Disease? Meniere’s disease is a rare condition that is characterised by a build-up of fluid within the inner ear which then affects hearing and balance functions. It is not yet fully understood what causes this build-up of...
by David O'brian | Aug 26, 2019
Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma) What is an Acoustic Neuroma? Acoustic neuroma, also known as vestibular schwannoma, is a non-cancerous tumour that grows on the nerve that connects your inner ear to your brain. The inner ear is important for both balance...
by David O'brian | Aug 26, 2019
Labyrinthitis and Vestibular Neuritis What are Labyrinthitis and Vestibular neuritis? Labyrinthitis is an infection that affects the vestibular organ, which is a part of the inner ear that provides the brain with information about movement, head position and spatial...
by David O'brian | Aug 26, 2019
Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) What is BPPV? BPPV is the most common cause of vertigo and refers to a condition of the vestibular system where small calcium carbonate crystals, called “otoconia”, dislodge from within the inner ear and collect in one or...
