The MdDS Balance Disorder Foundation would like to take a minute to thank you for all of your support in 2012. Some of you have participated in research, reached out to new people, provided support to those who are down, or made a donation no matter the size. You did all of those things for […]
Otology & Neurotology. 2012 Nov 29. [ABSTRACT] Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Mal de Debarquement Syndrome. Cha YH, Cui Y, Baloh RW, Department of Neurology, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California., U.S.A. OBJECTIVE: Mal de debarquement syndrome (MdDS) is a chronic disorder of imbalance characterized by a feeling of rocking and swaying. The disorder starts after prolonged exposure […]
PLOS One has published an article by Yoon-Hee Cha, MD, Metabolic and Functional Connectivity Changes in Mal de Debarquement Syndrome. The Journal is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal and the article discusses current research, areas of the brain associated with MdDS, and future exploration needed. Abstract Background Individuals with mal de debarquement syndrome (MdDS) experience a chronic illusion of self-motion triggered […]
The MdDS Balance Disorder Foundation is pleased to announce plans to provide a major research award to Yoon-Hee Cha, MD, at the Laureate Institute for Brain Research (LIBR). Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the LIBR promotes multidisciplinary neuroscience investigations among scientists and clinicians. Dr. Cha recently transitioned to the LIBR from her faculty position at the […]
With only 5 more weekends left to holiday shop, I’d like share some shopping tips with you that’ll save you from having to get up at 4 am or earlier! Not only will you get to stay in bed, you’ll get both great deals and generate funds for the Foundation. First, the great deals. My […]
Although the role of genetics is not yet understood, the Global Genes Project joins the MdDS Foundation in advocating for those suffering with MdDS. They’ve published the story of Mike Nelson. Rare among the rare, Mike is one of our growing number of male members. You can read his story here: http://globalgenes.org/rare-disease-mal-de-debarquement-syndrome-often-affects-quality-of-life/
The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) has published a review article authored by Yoon-He Cha, MD, titled “Less common neuro-otologic disorders.” The review article describes four disorders, and includes a comprehensive clinical description of MdDS. It is written in very non-technical terms and is a good read for people unfamiliar with MdDS. Continuum: Lifelong Learning in Neurology® is the AAN’s self-study […]
This year’s Walk Series and Friendraiser was well-attended and contributed significantly to our efforts to fund MdDS education and research. Together, we raised over $7,500! “Thank You!” to our sponsors, walkers, and cyberwalkers for making this event a success. Here are some pictures from Colorado, Texas, Massachusetts and Florida. If you’ve got Rock’n Stroll pictures […]