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Seeing the Unseen: How Vestibular Rehab Can Transform Your Recovery w/ Dr. Helena Esmonde (Vestibular First) | E40
Manage episode 518701344 series 3638140
Do you still feel dizzy, off-balance, or disoriented months—or even years—after your concussion? You’re not imagining it. In this episode, Dr. Ayla Wolf sits down with Dr. Helena Esmonde, founder of Vestibular First and creator of the innovative infrared goggles that are changing how clinicians diagnose and treat vestibular disorders.
Together, they uncover what your eye movements can reveal about your inner-ear and brain connection, why symptoms alone rarely tell the full story, and how new diagnostic tools are helping patients finally understand why they’re dizzy—and what to do about it.
💡 You’ll learn:
- The difference between central vs. peripheral vestibular issues—and why it matters for treatment.
- How infrared goggles reveal hidden patterns of nystagmus and help pinpoint the true cause of dizziness.
- Why some patients develop “learned dizziness” even after their BPPV has resolved.
- Practical, creative balance and sensory-integration exercises.
- How to find a qualified vestibular therapist and what red flags to watch for when seeking help.
Whether you’ve been told “everything looks normal” or you’ve just learned about vestibular rehab for the first time, this conversation will give you hope, clarity, and practical next steps for your healing journey.
Vestibular First: website
Helena Esmonde: LinkedIn, email: [email protected]
Instagram: @vestibularfirst
Get 20% off your first order of Puori protein with code LIFEAFTERIMPACT by following this link.
Dr. Wolf's book Concussion Breakthrough: Discover the Missing Pieces of Concussion Recovery is now available on Amazon!
What topics do you want to hear more about? What questions do you have? Email us at [email protected]
Follow us on Instagram @lifeafterimpact
Website: lifeafterimpact.com
Medical disclaimer: this video or podcast is for general informational purposes only, and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and materials included is at the user's own risk. The content of this video or podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice diagnosis or treatment. Consumers of this information should seek the advice of a medical professional for any and all health related issues.
Chapters
1. Welcome And Show Purpose (00:00:00)
2. Meet Dr. Helena And Vestibular First (00:01:19)
3. Why Symptoms Alone Mislead (00:03:58)
4. Migraine Without Headache Explained (00:07:58)
5. Atypical BPPV And Messy Neurology (00:10:51)
6. Setting Safe Rehab Boundaries (00:16:08)
7. Team-Based Care And Referrals (00:20:02)
8. Infrared Goggles And Eye Findings (00:23:56)
9. Patterns That Differentiate Brain Vs Ear (00:28:55)
10. Cases Change: Retesting Matters (00:31:52)
11. Home Maneuvers And Why So Many (00:35:20)
12. Creative Dual-Task Balance Training (00:40:50)
13. Visual Fixation Bridges And Grounding (00:45:27)
14. Weights, Nature, And Sensory Reweighting (00:49:58)
15. How To Find The Right Clinician (00:53:32)
40 episodes
Manage episode 518701344 series 3638140
Do you still feel dizzy, off-balance, or disoriented months—or even years—after your concussion? You’re not imagining it. In this episode, Dr. Ayla Wolf sits down with Dr. Helena Esmonde, founder of Vestibular First and creator of the innovative infrared goggles that are changing how clinicians diagnose and treat vestibular disorders.
Together, they uncover what your eye movements can reveal about your inner-ear and brain connection, why symptoms alone rarely tell the full story, and how new diagnostic tools are helping patients finally understand why they’re dizzy—and what to do about it.
💡 You’ll learn:
- The difference between central vs. peripheral vestibular issues—and why it matters for treatment.
- How infrared goggles reveal hidden patterns of nystagmus and help pinpoint the true cause of dizziness.
- Why some patients develop “learned dizziness” even after their BPPV has resolved.
- Practical, creative balance and sensory-integration exercises.
- How to find a qualified vestibular therapist and what red flags to watch for when seeking help.
Whether you’ve been told “everything looks normal” or you’ve just learned about vestibular rehab for the first time, this conversation will give you hope, clarity, and practical next steps for your healing journey.
Vestibular First: website
Helena Esmonde: LinkedIn, email: [email protected]
Instagram: @vestibularfirst
Get 20% off your first order of Puori protein with code LIFEAFTERIMPACT by following this link.
Dr. Wolf's book Concussion Breakthrough: Discover the Missing Pieces of Concussion Recovery is now available on Amazon!
What topics do you want to hear more about? What questions do you have? Email us at [email protected]
Follow us on Instagram @lifeafterimpact
Website: lifeafterimpact.com
Medical disclaimer: this video or podcast is for general informational purposes only, and does not constitute the practice of medicine or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor patient relationship is formed. The use of this information and materials included is at the user's own risk. The content of this video or podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice diagnosis or treatment. Consumers of this information should seek the advice of a medical professional for any and all health related issues.
Chapters
1. Welcome And Show Purpose (00:00:00)
2. Meet Dr. Helena And Vestibular First (00:01:19)
3. Why Symptoms Alone Mislead (00:03:58)
4. Migraine Without Headache Explained (00:07:58)
5. Atypical BPPV And Messy Neurology (00:10:51)
6. Setting Safe Rehab Boundaries (00:16:08)
7. Team-Based Care And Referrals (00:20:02)
8. Infrared Goggles And Eye Findings (00:23:56)
9. Patterns That Differentiate Brain Vs Ear (00:28:55)
10. Cases Change: Retesting Matters (00:31:52)
11. Home Maneuvers And Why So Many (00:35:20)
12. Creative Dual-Task Balance Training (00:40:50)
13. Visual Fixation Bridges And Grounding (00:45:27)
14. Weights, Nature, And Sensory Reweighting (00:49:58)
15. How To Find The Right Clinician (00:53:32)
40 episodes
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