Barriers to Vestibular Care for the Spanish-Speaking Community

Finding the right care for a vestibular disorder can be difficult for anyone. Symptoms like dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and brain fog can be hard to describe, vestibular disorders are often misunderstood, and many patients see multiple healthcare providers before getting an accurate diagnosis. For people whose primary language is Spanish, those challenges can be even greater. Language is one obvious barrier, but it’s not the only one. Cultural differences can influence how people describe ...