Vestibular Migraines Explained: Causes, Dizziness, and Finding Real Relief

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the complex world of vestibular migraines—a diagnosis often given when dizziness can’t be explained by ear, eye, or neurological tests. He explains why vestibular migraines are considered a “diagnosis of exclusion,” what symptoms patients may experience (from spinning vertigo to low-grade dizziness and nausea), and why medication-based approaches often fall short.Listeners will learn how dizziness connects to three key systems in the body:Vestibular system (inner ear) – regulating balance and movement.Visual system (eyes) – how vision therapy may play a role.Proprioceptive system (neck) – the often-overlooked source of chronic dizziness and migraines.Dr. Taves highlights why the neck is frequently the missing link in diagnosis and recovery, and how restoring movement, reducing tension, and retraining the body can help break the cycle of dizziness and headaches. He also shares Novera’s treatment framework for vestibular migraine, designed to address root causes instead of just masking symptoms with medication.Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or are searching for answers after years of dizziness, this episode offers clarity, practical next steps, and hope for long-term relief.Novera: Headache Center