Episode 12: Understanding Dizziness After Brain Injury: Causes and the Specialist to See

Summary: This episode explores the symptoms of dizziness following a brain injury, including causes and when to seek medical help. Host Kelly Tuttle shares insights into recognizing symptoms and the importance of professional assessment.   Key Topics: Symptoms of dizziness after brain injury Causes of dizziness and balance issues When to seek medical help and assessments   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dizziness Symptoms Post-Brain Injury 00:58 Common Symptoms: Vertigo, Balance, and Disorientation 01:55 Impact of Additional Injuries and Persistent Symptoms 02:41 Triggers and Situations That Worsen Dizziness 03:03 Expected Recovery Timeline and Persistent Symptoms 03:47 Challenges in Diagnosing Dizziness: A Nonspecific Symptom 04:23 How the Brain Uses Sensory Pathways for Balance 04:50 Disruption of Balance Systems After Brain Injury 05:18 Energy Deficits and Symptom Exacerbation 05:57 When to Rest and Avoid High-Risk Activities 07:04 Supporting Brain Recovery with Rest and External Tools 07:31 Medical Evaluation: Who to See and What Tests Are Needed 08:49 Specialists for Dizziness: Neurotherapists, OT, PT, and ENT 11:21 Role of ENT and Inner Ear Assessments 13:19 Preparing for Medical Appointments: The Medical Stressless Worksheet 14:53 Communicating Symptoms Effectively to Your Doctor 16:46 Using the Medical Worksheet for Better Outcomes 18:43 Resources and Support for Brain Injury Recovery   Resources: KellyTuttle.org - Medical Stressless Worksheet -   #brain injury, #dizziness, #balance, #concussion, #neurorehabilitation, #symptoms, #recovery   Resources & Links: Kelly’s Linktree If you're also a survivor looking to return to work, please visit my website for my online program:Return to Work and Life After a Brain Injury.  You can also find my book, After the Crash: How to Keep Your Job, Stay in School, and Live Life After a Brain Injury, and additional resources. My book, After the Crash, is also on Audible. My book, After the Crash: How to Keep Your Job, Stay in School, and Live Life After a Brain Injury, can be found on Amazon or at your favorite independent bookstore I created a journal just for you! Check out My Brain Injury Recovery Journal  My eBook, Getting Back Behind the Wheel Please check out my YouTube channel.