The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW S4 E 28 - Tinnitus is Curable! (So is Vertigo and Vestibular Migraine) with Dr. Yo
Jul 18, 2025
Dr. Yonit Arthur, an audiologist passionate about helping people overcome chronic conditions like tinnitus, vestibular migraines, and vertigo, shares powerful insights in this engaging discussion. She emphasizes that there’s nothing structurally wrong, challenging the traditional medical mindset. The conversation dives deep into the psychological connections to these symptoms, exploring neuroplasticity and the importance of understanding emotional factors. With a focus on compassion and acceptance, Dr. Yo offers hope for recovery that transcends conventional treatments.
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Tinnitus Is A Neuroplastic Disorder
- Tinnitus, vertigo, and vestibular migraine are neuroplastic disorders linked to how the brain processes fear and meaning.
- Symptoms are real and not imaginary but stem from brain processing, not structural damage.
Audiologist's Journey To Healing Approach
- Yonit Arthur felt despair and anxiety when treating patients with vestibular migraine and similar syndromes.
- She initially burned out on audiology but later found new hope applying neuroplastic approaches.
Why Chronic Tinnitus Persists
- Chronic tinnitus arises when the brain fails to filter background neural noise and amplifies it due to fear.
- Fear and meaning assigned to symptoms cause tinnitus to become chronic and distressing.