Combined biofeedback and vestibular rehabilitation therapy for vestibular migraine: clinical efficacy and neurobiochemical correlates
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By
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Tengteng Zhang
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Ying Zhang
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Jinghui Sun
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Luting Lv
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Hongwei Wang
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He Zhang
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Jie Li
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Jiandong Wang
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Zhidan Yu
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Shuqin Wu
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June 23, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Integrating Biofeedback with Vestibular Rehabilitation for Managing Vestibular Migraine: Clinical Outcomes and Neurobiochemical Insights
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Vestibular Migraine |
| Key Mechanisms | Involves dysfunction in sensory processing networks, neurotransmitter imbalance, and altered central vestibular processing. |
| Target Population | Patients with vestibular migraine (VM) |
| Care Setting | Tertiary care center |
Key Highlights
- Combined therapy achieved a total effective rate of 94.59%.
- Significant improvements in anxiety, depression, vertigo disability, and balance function were observed.
- Neurobiochemical modulation included increased serotonin and GABA levels, and decreased CGRP and acetylcholine levels.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Diagnosis of VM should consider recurrent vertigo episodes and associated migraine symptoms.
Management
- Non-pharmacological strategies, including vestibular rehabilitation and biofeedback, are recommended.
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Monitor changes in psychological outcomes and vestibular function parameters.
Risks
- Consider potential side effects of pharmacological treatments for patients who may not tolerate them.
Patient & Prescribing Data
148 patients with vestibular migraine enrolled in a prospective study.
Combined biofeedback and vestibular rehabilitation therapy showed superior efficacy compared to individual treatments.
Clinical Best Practices
- Integrate biofeedback with vestibular rehabilitation for enhanced treatment outcomes.
- Assess neurobiochemical markers to evaluate treatment efficacy.
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