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Grounded | The Vestibular Podcast

Grounded | The Vestibular Podcast

Written by: Dr. Madison Oak PT DPT
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Vestibular Physical Therapist, and the founder of The Vertigo DoctorDr. Madison Oak, PT, DPT Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • 122. Should I take Meclizine for Vertigo or Vestibular Migraine?
    Jan 13 2026
    Plenty of people deal with motion sickness or dizziness—but it goes to a whole other level when you’re living with a vestibular disorder. Which is why the trending topic of Meclizine has made it to today’s podcast! Meclizine is an antihistamine used to treat nausea, motion sickness, and even dizziness. So… is this something you should consider taking if you have vertigo or a vestibular migraine? Is Meclizine something to take for acute events or long term? What else do you need to know about this drug? Tune in to find out! In this episode, we’ll dig into: What is Meclizine and how does it work Can you get Meclizine over-the-counter What is Meclizine used for How long can you take Meclizine for When to avoid taking Meclizine How Meclizine impacts vestibular compensation Should you add Meclizine to your toolkit As with all things discussed on the podcast, talk with your doctor to see if Meclizine is a good for you and your situation. You heard some of the side effects associated with the drug, as well as some alternatives and what to focus on long-term for improved vestibular health. Remember Vestibular Group Fit is focused on just that—improving your vestibular health and helping you learn to manage your vestibular disorder. Find the link below to join today! Links Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit Join Vestibular Virtual Summit Waitlist (alumni can get tickets for a discount until the 31st or when they run out): https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/vvs-2026 Dr Jessica Lee (@entchat): https://www.instagram.com/entchat/ Dr Jessica’s Meclizine Reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOyj_IWCYI5 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 madison@thevertigodoctor.com 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 Love what you heard?Consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more vestibular warriors like you! 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. ————————————— meclizine for migraine, meclizine for vertigo, meclizine for motion sickness, meclizine what is it for, meclizine for vertigo side effects, meclizine otc for vertigo, meclizine for dizziness, meclizine for nausea, meclizine bonine, meclizine antivert, living with chronic dizziness, living with vertigo, meclizine and bppv, alternative to meclizine
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  • 121. How to Navigate the Stages of a Vestibular Migraine
    Jan 6 2026
    The stages (or phases) of migraine are important to understand because when we’re talking about vestibular migraine a lot of people say they feel symptomatic all the time. That’s not only very possible with VM—it’s also vital to know which phase you’re in so you know how to treat it. Each of the 5 phases of migraine can last different amounts of time and need to be treated differently. In this episode, we’ll dig into: Symptoms of vestibular migraine How long to track VM symptoms What the 4 phases of a vestibular migraine are What to know about the overlooked 5th phase of VM How to treat the different stages of a vestibular migraine Everyone experiences the stages of VM differently. Give yourself time and space to start noticing what’s going on with your body and your unique rhythm. Writing down (tracking) your symptoms is a necessary step to understanding how you experience the stages of migraine and makes treatment much easier! And if you’d like more support to manage your migraine attacks, that’s exactly what we do inside Vestibular Group Fit! Related Episodes: How Long to Track Vestibular Migraine Symptoms: https://thevertigodoctor.com/podcast/102-how-long-to-track-vestibular-migraine-symptoms/ Links Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit Join Vestibular Virtual Summit Waitlist (alumni can get tickets for a discount until the 31st or when they run out): https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/vvs-2026 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 madison@thevertigodoctor.com 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 Love what you heard?Consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more vestibular warriors like you! 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. ————————————— stages of migraine headache, vestibular migraine, VM, interictal, prodrome phase, aura phase, attack phase, postdrome phase, symptom tracking, how to treat the phases of a migraine, spectrum disorder, living with chronic dizziness, vestibular migraine symptoms, status migrainosus treatment, manage migraine attacks
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  • 120. The Best Form of Magnesium for Vestibular Migraine
    Dec 30 2025
    20% off your VGF subscription forever with code HOLIDAY20 at checkout!https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit—Don’t miss this 2-day flash sale (Dec 30-31, 2025 only)— We absolutely cannot live without magnesium. And if you have vestibular migraine (VM), you need magnesium even more. But the type you’re taking and how much not only varies person-to-person—but is super confusing to try to figure out on your own! In this episode, I’m covering the research on magnesium, how magnesium helps with VM, and the different types of magnesium. In this episode, we’ll dig into: What magnesium is & why we need it Who might need a magnesium supplement Research on magnesium & vestibular migraine (VM) What elemental magnesium is Benefits of different types of magnesium Which type of magnesium is best for VM What to look for in a magnesium supplement formulation How to save money on supplements If you’re in the holiday challenge and listening today, please send me a DM for extra credit. As you heard, magnesium can (and should) be used preventatively and acutely for migraine. It’s necessary for 300+ enzymatic and biochemical functions. There’s no way you can get away from it! In Vestibular Group Fit, you actually get a discount on your supplements (including magnesium) ensuring you get the right formulation for your needs! Speaking of… —Don’t miss this 2-day flash sale (Dec 30-31, 2025 only)—20% off your VGF subscription forever with code HOLIDAY20 at checkout!https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit Related Episodes: Supplements for Those Living with Vestibular Migraine: https://thevertigodoctor.com/podcast/114-supplements-for-vestibular-migraine/ The Well Being podcast w/ Dr Madison & Dr Rachel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well-being/id1816439089 Links Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit Join Vestibular Virtual Summit Waitlist (alumni can get tickets for a discount until the 31st or when they run out): https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/vvs-2026 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 madison@thevertigodoctor.com 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 Love what you heard?Consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more vestibular warriors like you! 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. ————————————— types of magnesium supplements, magnesium for vestibular migraine, best form of magnesium for migraine, types of magnesium and benefits, all types of magnesium, best types of magnesium, how to return to driving, living with vestibular disorder, magnesium glycinate, L threonate, oxide, citrate, malate, what is elemental magnesium,
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