This week Dr. Daniel Correa sits down with mixed media artist Laura Bundesen to discuss her journey of being diagnosed with vestibular neuronitis. Laura shares the symptoms she experienced and the therapies she has utilized to improve her condition, as well as how the brain inspires her colorful fiber art. Next Dr. Correa speaks with Dr. Olwen Cait Murphy, a neurologist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Murphy explains the vestibular system and how it relates to vestibular neuronitis, how this condition affects people's lives, and the various therapies available to manage symptoms. 

Additional Resources 

View Laura Bundesen's Neuro Art Gallery 

Vestibular Disorders Association (VEDA) 

Brain & Life: Exercises to Improve Balance Can Reduce Falls and Boost Confidence  

American Stroke Association: Learn more about F.A.S.T  

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Guest: Laura Bundesen @LauraBundesen (Twitter & Instagram); Johns Hopkins University @HopkinsMedicine (Twitter) 

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea