Seeing the Unseen: How Vestibular Rehab Can Transform Your Recovery w/ Dr. Helena Esmonde (Vestibular First) | E40
About This Episode
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: helena@vestibularfirst.com
Instagram: @vestibularfirst