Dizziness: A Key Factor in Vestibular Migraine Burden

Research Summary

A recent study published in Frontiers in Neurology explores the impact of dizziness on migraine interictal burden in patients with vestibular migraine (VM). Involving 75 participants, the study found that dizziness significantly contributes to the interictal burden of VM. Researchers discovered that 41% of patients experienced severe interictal burden, with dizziness resembling persistent postural-perceptual dizziness. Assessments revealed that subjective dizziness, measured by the Dizziness Handicap Inventory, along with the Headache Impact Test-6, were strong predictors of interictal burden. Despite largely normal vestibular functions, catch-up saccade abnormalities were common. These findings suggest vestibular rehabilitation may help reduce migraine burden in VM patients.

Study Details

📄 Title: Impact of dizziness on migraine interictal burden in patients with vestibular migraine.

👥 Research Team: Adachi K et al.

📚 Published In: Front Neurol

📅 Publication Date: 2025

⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.