Enjoy this fun bonus episode with Karen Tartt, who shares her expertise with a phenomenal and tasty migraine friendly cocktail she created. Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS, Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT and Karen are also joined by Christine Moyer from the podcast Unsteady and Unfiltered.

First, prepare the "shrub"

Woody Pear Shrub 

-1 ⅓ cup Pear Juice* 

-⅔ cup Cane Sugar 

-1 cup White Distilled Vinegar 

-2 large sprigs of Rosemary 

-4 bunches of Thyme 

-3 Bay Leaves 

1. Measure and add all ingredients into a pot on your stove. 

2. Cover and turn heat to high. 

3. Bring liquid to a boil. 

4. Turn down the heat, take off the lid and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. 

5. Turn off the heat and let cool to room temperature. 

6. Pour the contents of the pot into a sealable container and store in the fridge for several hours or overnight. 

7. In the morning, strain steeped herbs out of the liquid using a wire mesh strainer or a nut milk bag. 

8. Store finished shrub in a sealable container in the fridge until use for up to a month. 

*Be mindful of the ingredient label when selecting a pear juice. You’ll want to find one that uses ascorbic acid (powdered Vitamin C) as the color protectant instead of lemon juice. Knudsen Juice is a widely available brand that is safe, although I’m sure there are many that are also okay.

Pear Cocktail

-1 ¼ oz 40% Clear Spirit (vodka, gin, blanco tequila, etc.) 

-2 oz Woody Pear Shrub 

-Soda Water 

-Ice 

*Measure ingredients into a Collins glass over ice. Using a spoon, gently stir to incorporate all ingredients. Garnish with additional herbs (rosemary, thyme & bay). 

About Karen

In March of 2019, after 18 months of searching for answersto the seemingly mysterious symptoms Karen had been experiencing, she was diagnosed with Chronic Vestibular Migraine. Post diagnosis, she learned about the ⁠Johns Hopkins Migraine Diet⁠ through Dr. David Buchholz’s book, ⁠“Heal Your Headache”⁠, and started to undergo the tedious elimination process to figure out her personal migraine triggers.

In May of 2020, during the Covid pandemic quarantine, Karen launched a blog focused on migraine-friendly cocktails for the at-home bartender, Tartt Drinks. This creative outlet, along with an online audience of fellow migraineurs, provided a space for her to explore the cocktails, flavorsand spirits that were missing from the lives of those affected by migraine.

Her migraine-friendly cocktails have since been featured in the Bombay Sapphire Artist Showcase, ⁠Speed Rack⁠ Trading Cards, ⁠Dizzy Cook⁠’s first book release party, ⁠Miles for Migraine⁠ ⁠Social Events⁠ and an upcoming cocktail book.

She currently resides in San Francisco, CA and works at ⁠Wildhawk⁠ in the Mission District. She’s currently researching gas chromatography analysis in spirits to more clearly define what makes a spirit migraine-friendly. She’s also studying different ways to create more complete citrus alternatives.

Karen can be reached for consultations and inquiries at ⁠[email protected]⁠.

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🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS

🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

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In this episode, Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman talk with Karen Tartt about managing life with vestibular migraine symptoms in various settings. Her expertise in developing migraine-friendly cocktails will blow your mind!

About Karen

In March of 2019, after 18 months of searching for answersto the seemingly mysterious symptoms Karen had been experiencing, she was diagnosed with Chronic Vestibular Migraine. Post diagnosis, she learned about the Johns Hopkins Migraine Diet through Dr. David Buchholz’s book, “Heal Your Headache”, and started to undergo the tedious elimination process to figure out her personal migraine triggers.

In May of 2020, during the Covid pandemic quarantine, Karen launched a blog focused on migraine-friendly cocktails for the at-home bartender, Tartt Drinks. This creative outlet, along with an online audience of fellow migraineurs, provided a space for her to explore the cocktails, flavorsand spirits that were missing from the lives of those affected by migraine.

Her migraine-friendly cocktails have since been featured in the Bombay Sapphire Artist Showcase, Speed Rack Trading Cards, Dizzy Cook’s first book release party, Miles for Migraine Social Events and an upcoming cocktail book.

She currently resides in San Francisco, CA and works at Wildhawk in the Mission District. She’s currently researching gas chromatography analysis in spirits to more clearly define what makes a spirit migraine-friendly. She’s also studying different ways to create more complete citrus alternatives.

Karen can be reached for consultations and inquiries at [email protected].

Hosted by:

🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS

🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

📩 For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: [email protected]

Connect with Us🌍 Website:⁠⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.BalancingActRehab.com⁠⁠⁠

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Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT are joined by Edo Zylstra, PT, DPT, OCS to discuss the the potential of Dry Needling in the treatment approach of patients with Vestibular Dysfunction and Migraine.

About Edo Zylstra, PT, DPT, OCSDr. Zylstra has over 20 years of experience in orthopedics, pre-/post- surgical care, sports performance, wellness training, chronic pain treatment, and injury prevention. He works with patients of all ages and across all activity levels. He evaluates and treats from a whole-body approach. His treatment combines knowledge and understanding of anatomy and function within the context of full body structure, function, and movement patterns. He works to restore compromised mobility, strength, stability, and movement patterning. This is achieved through various manual techniques, active modalities, progressive exercise, and education. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Zylstra brings his knowledge and expertise to continuing education course, and educates clinicians on dry needling techniques.

Where to find Edo:

https://www.kcarephysio.com/

Hosted by:

🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS

🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

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Welcome! Christine Moyer is the new host of a supplemental podcast to Talk Dizzy To Me. These easily digestible episodes will share a lighthearted, but informative, approach to various topics as they relate to living life with vestibular dysfunction. Having experienced it herself, Unsteady & Unfiltered episodes may include TDTM recaps, “hot takes” on trending issues, relatable stories, tips/tricks, and even the occasional special guest. Living with vestibular dysfunction is not easy, but Christine’s uplifting and grounding personality will surely bring listeners a moment of levity to a challenging situation.

Episode Resources:

Christine’s 2023 TDTM Episode: https://youtu.be/YisqP_Iop-0?si=Wg3zw_y3bkV-F5ZK

Hosted by:

🎤 Christine Moyer

Where to find Christine:

📩 Email: [email protected]

📘 Facebook:⁠⁠ That Dizzzy Girl

📸 Instagram:⁠⁠ @thatdizzzygirl

🎵 TikTok: @thatdizzzygirl

📩 Drop Christine an email with episode recommendations or requests!

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Can you believe it’s been 3 YEARS since we first had a conversation with Dr. Shin Beh about vestibular migraine? Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS, and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT catch up and discuss some new updates in vestibular migraine treatment approaches. 

About Dr. Beh

Dr. Beh completed his neurology residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. His fellowship training consisted of: Neuroimmunology & Multiple Sclerosis, Neuro-otology, and Neuro-ophthalmology. His fellowship training was completed at three centers – the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Johns Hopkins University Hospital, and New York University Medical Center. After completion of his fellowship training, he returned to the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center to to set up its very first Vestibular & Neuro-Visual Disorders Clinic. This Clinic was built to help care for the many people suffering from neurological disorders that caused vertigo, dizziness, and imbalance. Initially, he divided his time between multiple sclerosis and vestibular disorders. After realizing there was a far greater need among people with vestibular disorders, he focused solely on this area, and joined the Headache & Facial Pain Program. 

Where to find Dr. Beh: https://www.vestibularmd.com/ 

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🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS

🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

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Dr. Dara Meldrum, founder and CEO of Vertigenius, joins Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, DPT, and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT, to discuss the role of technology in improving the effectiveness of at-home vestibular rehabilitation for patients.

About Dr. Dara Meldrum

Dr. Dara Meldrum is a physiotherapist and an Associate Professor at the Academic Unit of Neurology, School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. With over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, research, and teaching, she specializes in vestibular and neurological rehabilitation. Clinically, she works at the Balance Centre in Dublin.

Dr. Meldrum's research focuses on applying technology in physical measurement and neuro-rehabilitation. She is the inventor and founder of Vertigenius™, a medical device incorporating a wearable head sensor, clinician platform, and patient app to aid in the treatment of dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.

🔗 Learn more about Vertigenius:https://vertigenius.com/

Featured Research Articles

📄 Wearable Sensor and Smartphone-Assisted Vestibular Physical Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis: Usability and Outcomes (Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2024)

🔗 Read the full article https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/rehabilitation-sciences/articles/10.3389/fresc.2024.1406926/full

📄 Telerehabilitation in Physical Therapist Practice: A Clinical Practice Guideline (American Physical Therapy Association, 2024)

🔗 Read the full article https://academic.oup.com/ptj/article/104/5/pzae045/7633220 

📄 Toward a Digital Health Intervention for Vestibular Rehabilitation: Usability and Subjective Outcomes of a Novel Platform (Frontiers in Neurology, 2022)

🔗 Read the full article https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fneur.2022.836796/full

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🎤 Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS

🎤 Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

📩 For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: [email protected]

Connect with Us

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We are kicking off the new year and a new season with a great guest! Dr. Kristen Steenerson, MD brings her expertise to the conversation with a deeper dive into Vestibular Migraine and Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness. Whether you're a patient or a clinician, you surely don't want to skip this episode!

- Central and peripheral vestibular disorders overview (and how much they overlap!): https://www.nature.com/articles/nrneurol.2017.58

- CGRP position paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38466028/

- VMPATHI survey:https://redcap.ucsf.edu/surveys/?s=CY893NJHCM

- VMPATHI paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32176141/

- Comprehensive analysis of VM treatments: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35859353/

- Migraine influences tinnitus and hearing loss: https://aao-hnsfjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/ohn.201?casa_token=pfzZz62NjqcAAAAA:u0enZoqzF6n8D1_o_7G4HyTY5qpjFd0cDutwNpFtigKXd7xo4Zo65Cuzy4qZWjHDeuMICp0RYuKrGQ

- Cognitive failures improve when migraine improves: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37525385/

- Treat MdDS as migraine: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5823515/

- Magazine article: https://www.bustle.com/p/what-actually-happens-in-your-brain-when-you-have-a-migraine-according-to-experts-16823975

Hosted by Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS, and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

Dr. Habib Rizk, MD is a Neurotologist and Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). He joins Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS, and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT to discuss his experience not only as an expert clinician in the field of treating vestibular dysfunction, but also as a person who has experienced vestibular dysfunction first hand following an episode of Vestibular Neuritis!

Where to find Dr. Rizk:

MUSC Health: https://providers.muschealth.org/sc/mount-pleasant/habib-rizk-md-msc

Email: [email protected]

The Vestibular Disorders Association: https://vestibular.org/

VeDA's Provider Directory: https://vestibular.org/healthcare-directory/

Hosted by Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS, and Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT

Gerard J. Gianoli, M.D joins Abbie and Dani to talk about the difference between Third Mobile Window Syndrome, Symptoms, Defects, and Disorder. They dive into patient presentation, causes, testing, and current treatment approaches.

Where to find Dr. Gianoli:

Website/Contact: https://earandbalance.net/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ear-and-Balance-Institute

In this Episode, Dr. Jennifer Stoskus PT, DPT, NCS, Advanced Vestibular Physical Therapist (UPMC course) provides us with a long over-due update on the management of Mal de Debarquement Syndrome (MdDS).

Episode Resources:

- Barany Society Diagnostic Criteria for MdDS (2020): ⁠https://content.iospress.com/articles/journal-of-vestibular-research/ves200714⁠

- Advanced Vestibular Physical Therapist Certificate Program: https://www.shrs.pitt.edu/pt/continuing-education/advanced-vestibular-physical-therapist-certificate-program

- MdDS Foundation: https://mddsfoundation.org/ 

- Gait Disorientation Test: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33338462/

- Our discussion of “The Mind-Body Connection in Managing Dizziness” with Dr. Lisa Farrell, PT, DPT: https://youtu.be/ZWlrVh8Fz_U?si=uo5aIiFzdDvyBXEv

Where to find Dr. Jennifer Stoskus PT, DPT, NCS, Advanced Vestibular Physical Therapist:

- Website is www.NJDizziness.com

- Research page: bit.ly/tech4hcp