47. Can We Cure Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)?

Dizzy 24/7? Unlocking the Truth About PPPD and Finding Solutions

Have you ever wondered, why am I dizzy literally 24/7 and is there a cure? Well listen up, because in this episode of Grounded, we delve into the answers you've been searching for regarding Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), also known as 3PD or triple PD!

We break down the very specific diagnostic criteria for PPPD, revealing why it can be both over and under diagnosed. Importantly, we discuss the crucial fact that PPPD is ALWAYS caused by another underlying diagnosis. Join us as we explore the reasons behind persistent dizziness and, most importantly, what you can actually do about it!

Listen to Related Episodes:

• Episode 5: Can We Break The Dizzy Anxious Dizzy Cycle? With Dr. Emily Kostelnik, PhD⁠
• Episode 40: ⁠The Importance of Hope and Mindset for Vestibular Migraine with Dr. Emily Kostelnik, PhD⁠

Links/Resources Mentioned:

• ⁠⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine⁠
• ⁠⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠The FREE POTS – safe Workouts⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout!) ⁠⁠

Connect with Dr. Madison, PT (The Vertigo Doctor):

• ⁠⁠@⁠⁠TheVertigoDoctor ⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠@TheOakMethod⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠@VestibularGroupFit⁠⁠

Connect with Dr. Emily:

• Email: rootedbehavioraled@gmail.com
• Instagram: ⁠@RootedBehavioralEducation⁠
• Website: ⁠https://www.rootedbehavioraleducation.com/⁠
• The Vestibular Psychologist: ⁠https://www.thevestibularpsychologist.com/

Work with Dr. Madison:

• ⁠1:1, Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy⁠
• ⁠Vestibular Group Fit⁠
• ⁠⁠Why The Oak Method? Learn about it here!⁠

Sources Mentioned:

• Probst T, Dinkel A, Schmid-Mühlbauer G, Radziej K, Limburg K, Pieh C, Lahmann C. Psychological distress longitudinally mediates the effect of vertigo symptoms on vertigo-related handicap. J Psychosom Res. 2017 Feb;93:62-68. doi: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2016.11.013. Epub 2016 Nov 30. PMID: 28107895.
• Chiarella, Giuseppe & Petrolo, C. & Riccelli, Roberta & Giofrè, L. & Olivadese, G. & Gioacchini, F.M. & Scarpa, Alfonso & Cassandro, Ettore & Passamonti, Luca. (2016). Chronic subjective dizziness: Analysis of underlying personality factors. Journal of Vestibular Research. 26. 403-408. 10.3233/VES-160590.

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