<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Centre For Vertigo And Balance]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centre for Vertigo and Balance]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 19:50:01 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Allergies and Dizziness: 7 Ways to Manage Vertigo and Dizziness Triggered by Seasonal Allergies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yes, allergies can trigger vertigo and dizziness. How hay fever and congestion affect balance, and how to treat allergy-related dizziness.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/allergies-and-vertigo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b53b424f5a9980a8e85e</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_8acd1b1a26c0442bb2f02feccdcd032d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The October Slide Phenomenon: Why does my vertigo always creep up in the Fall? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why vertigo and dizziness symptoms ramp up every fall, the "October slide" explained by a vestibular physiotherapist, and how to manage the seasonal uptick.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/october-slide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b9c959dc3f2805c6ae59</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_8e7f91739dbd4bb58684f2ff84c45416~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is my vestibular system? Is that where my vertigo is coming from?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How the Epley maneuver treats BPPV (positional vertigo), when to use it, and how a vestibular physiotherapist guides you safely.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/vestibular-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b65d532301fe59f908fd</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_6a74ac9e13844c23b206c3e04d59b20e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_888,h_592,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dizziness After a Head Injury, Now What?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How concussions cause lingering dizziness and balance problems, and how vestibular rehabilitation supports recovery.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/concussion</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b60c59dc3f2805c6a3b7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_6a74ac9e13844c23b206c3e04d59b20e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_888,h_592,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vertigo getting up in the morning: Is this Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why vertigo hits when you lie down or roll over in bed, what causes it (often BPPV), and how to stop it.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/vertigo-in-bed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b58159dc3f2805c6a254</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_253c22eabb2942b39a7ec16006c7e779~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motion Sensitivity: AKA - Car Sickness]]></title><description><![CDATA[What causes motion sensitivity and motion sickness, how it links to your vestibular system, and exercises that help.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/motion-sensitivity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b5e3334c7e6fe2a062b7</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_6a74ac9e13844c23b206c3e04d59b20e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_888,h_592,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exercises for Vertigo and Dizziness: What are they and how do they work?]]></title><description><![CDATA[At-home vertigo exercises for dizziness and imbalance: gaze stabilization, habituation and balance drills from a vestibular physiotherapist.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/vertigo-exercises</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b5af424f5a9980a8e983</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_6a74ac9e13844c23b206c3e04d59b20e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_888,h_592,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hormones and Vertigo: Can Hormones Cause Vertigo and Dizziness in Women?]]></title><description><![CDATA[How hormonal changes, perimenopause and HRT can cause dizziness and vertigo, and what helps. From a certified vestibular physiotherapist.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/hormones-and-vertigo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b50b334c7e6fe2a060a2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_c4091dbcd2ae48c88496b26707060335~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_990,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Vicious Cycle of Anxiety and Vertigo]]></title><description><![CDATA[The link between anxiety and vertigo: why stress triggers dizziness, the anxiety-dizziness cycle, and how to break it.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/anxiety-and-vertigo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b44f48a090b99129630f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_253c22eabb2942b39a7ec16006c7e779~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vestibular Neuritis &#38; Labyrinthitis: How are they different? Can they re-occur? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labyrinthitis vs vestibular neuritis explained: symptoms, causes, how they differ and how vestibular rehab helps you recover.]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/vestibular-neuritis-vs-labyrinthitis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a63b4ce334c7e6fe2a0600b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:53:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bc1f42_6a74ac9e13844c23b206c3e04d59b20e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_888,h_592,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Vertigo: Causes and Effective Treatments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vertigo is more than just a feeling of dizziness; it can be a debilitating condition that affects daily life. Many people experience vertigo at some point, but understanding its causes and treatments can empower individuals to seek help and manage their symptoms effectively. This blog post will explore the various causes of vertigo, the symptoms associated with it, and the most effective treatments available. What is Vertigo? Vertigo is a sensation of spinning or dizziness that occurs when...]]></description><link>https://www.vertigoandbalance.ca/post/understanding-vertigo-causes-and-effective-treatments</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ecb876b502c05c43b68c5d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:49:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d0b236_e047aa6cfb7747bd97ca0cf136bccb1a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Lauren Wootton, PT</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balance Issues Explained: Signs and Solutions for Dizziness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dizziness can be a disorienting and unsettling experience, often leaving individuals feeling unsteady or lightheaded. 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