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Expert insights and evidence-based information about vestibular therapy, BPPV treatment, and balance disorders from vestibular therapist Dr. Carly in Fishers, IN.

Is This Anxiety — or Is Something Actually Off With My Balance?
General Vestibular

Is This Anxiety — or Is Something Actually Off With My Balance?

Told your dizziness is "just anxiety"? Nearly 1 in 3 vestibular patients get this label. Learn the signs it's actually your balance system — and what helps.

Dr. Carly ClevengerMarch 19, 20266 min read
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Why Rest Didn't Fix Your Dizziness (And What Actually Helps)
General Vestibular

Why Rest Didn't Fix Your Dizziness (And What Actually Helps)

You rested, but the dizziness came back. Rest calms symptoms short-term but doesn't retrain your balance system. Learn why movement — not stillness — is the path to real recovery.

Dr. Carly ClevengerMarch 9, 20265 min read
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Why Your Balance Feels Off Around Your Period (It's Not Just Hormones)
General Vestibular

Why Your Balance Feels Off Around Your Period (It's Not Just Hormones)

Dizziness that spikes around your period or during perimenopause isn't random — and it's not 'just hormones.' Learn why your vestibular system is sensitive to hormonal shifts, what the capacity model means for your symptoms, and what you can actually do about it.

Dr. Carly ClevengerMarch 2, 20265 min read
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Why Do I Feel Off But Not Dizzy? (And Why Tests Often Come Back Normal)
General Vestibular

Why Do I Feel Off But Not Dizzy? (And Why Tests Often Come Back Normal)

You're not spinning, but something just feels off. Floaty, lightheaded, slightly disconnected — these are real vestibular symptoms, even when tests come back normal. Here's what's actually happening in your balance system.

Dr. Carly ClevengerFebruary 25, 20267 min read
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What Causes Vertigo? 6 Common Reasons the Room Is Spinning
Vertigo

What Causes Vertigo? 6 Common Reasons the Room Is Spinning

Vertigo affects 1 in 5 adults. Learn the most common causes — from BPPV and vestibular migraines to hormonal changes and old injuries — and what to do about each one.

Dr. Carly ClevengerFebruary 9, 20269 min read
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Vertigo Treatment Options: Which One Is Right for You?
Vertigo

Vertigo Treatment Options: Which One Is Right for You?

Confused by vertigo treatment options? This guide compares vestibular therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, and surgery so you can find the right approach for your specific condition.

Dr. Carly ClevengerFebruary 4, 20266 min read
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Can a Concussion Cause Vertigo?
Post-Concussion Syndrome

Can a Concussion Cause Vertigo?

Dizziness after a concussion is more common than most people realize. Learn what causes post-concussion vertigo, why "rest and wait" doesn't always work, and how vestibular therapy can help you recover.

Dr. Carly ClevengerJanuary 19, 20267 min read
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Can BPPV Be Cured? The Hopeful Truth About Treatment
BPPV

Can BPPV Be Cured? The Hopeful Truth About Treatment

BPPV has one of the highest treatment success rates in medicine—80-90% with a single session. Learn what "cured" really means and why there's genuine reason to hope.

Dr. Carly ClevengerJanuary 11, 20269 min read
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Can You Have a Vestibular Migraine Without a Headache?
Vestibular Migraines

Can You Have a Vestibular Migraine Without a Headache?

Research shows 64% of vestibular migraine episodes happen without a headache. If you've been dismissed because you "don't have migraines," here's what you need to know about this commonly missed diagnosis.

Dr. Carly ClevengerJanuary 3, 20267 min read
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Can Anxiety Cause Dizziness? (Or Is Something Else Going On?)
General Vestibular

Can Anxiety Cause Dizziness? (Or Is Something Else Going On?)

Yes, anxiety can cause dizziness—but if you're feeling both, the dizziness often comes first. Many vestibular problems get misdiagnosed as anxiety, leaving the real cause untreated.

Dr. Carly ClevengerDecember 27, 20256 min read
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