DIAGNOSIS: Acoustic Neuroma, a Vestibular Brain Tumor - Dizzy Therapy

A brain tumor is many people’s greatest fear when dizziness, imbalance, or vertigo first appears, but that is very rarely the case. Instead, let’s learn about the actual vestibular brain tumor: an acoustic neuroma, and why it shouldn’t be too scary for most people with this diagnosis. I’m Anthony Veglia, PT, DPT, a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in Vestibular Rehabilitation! 0:00 Welcome to Dizzy Therapy 0:22 What is an Acoustic Neuroma? 0:59 Earl the Ear 3:36 Is the tumor dangerous? 5:22 What if the tumor is too big? 7:38 Can I get better after surgery? 9:04 Summary 10:23 Outro Don’t hesitate to get help! Dizziness, imbalance, and vertigo are never normal, so find a provider as soon as possible: vestibular.org/healthcare-directory/ Check out other videos on Dizzy Therapy for more topics, like specific diagnoses, and more! God bless you on your recovery to stability! BUY MY BOOK Professionally Unstable: Tales of Treating the Desperately Dizzy https://a.co/d/0dTKNK31 Channel artwork is done by the amazing James Guthrie: https://jamesguthrieart.com/ Instagram:   / dizzytherapy   Facebook:   / dizzytherapy   For more resources and help, visit vestibular.org for VeDA, the Vestibular Disorders Association!