Mary Connell

Senior Physiotherapist Older Persons, Chartered Physiotherapist, CORU Registered, Certified Advanced Vestibular Physical Therapist

[Peter Johns M.D. @PeterJohns84]

I came across three "X" posts in the past week that contained misinformation about vertigo, so I had to make a video about it. https://t.co/mBv9RZIFxh

[Vestibular Disorders @vestibularveda]

If stores tend to trigger symptoms for you, small adjustments can sometimes make the experience feel more manageable.

Work with your system, not against it.

Learn more: https://t.co/y52lnCQjVu

#vestibular #dizziness #visualvertigo #veda #invisibleillness

[Lisa Burrows @lisbteamdizzy.bsky.social @LisBteamdizzy]

@EdTankPhysio
Thank you for highlighting the scale of the problem with UK #NHS falls teams not assessing &managing vestibular causes of falls.
Intergrated Care Boards have an opportunity to demand best care from services they commission @Mersey_Care @acpivr @wesstreeting

[Vestibular Disorders @vestibularveda]

October is National Physical Therapy Month 💙

✨ If you’ve been living with dizziness, vertigo, or imbalance, ask your provider about vestibular PT — it could be a step on your journey to recovery. 

#NationalPhysicalTherapyMonth #VestibularAwareness #BalanceDisorder #VeDA

[IPTOP @IPTOPphysio]

Physical therapists play a key role in falls prevention with the World Falls Guidelines saying that all older adults should be advised on falls prevention and physical activity.

https://t.co/5th7R2A8Cv

[Lisa Burrows @lisbteamdizzy.bsky.social @LisBteamdizzy]

https://t.co/avUxlNCPyR

EFFECT OF VESTIBULAR ADAPTATION EXERCISE ON DYNAMIC
BALANCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG ELDERLY

[Lisa Burrows @lisbteamdizzy.bsky.social @LisBteamdizzy]

https://t.co/Atg2pD4man

Nice article from @VestibularP, @DiegoKaski and colleagues discussing different features of nystagmus in differential vestibular/central diagnoses

[Professional Development @ ISCP @iscp_pd]

Upcoming event!

World Physiotherapy Day Public Lecture: Healthy Ageing & Preventing Frailty

📅 Wednesday 17th September 2025
🕢7:30-8:30pm
Online
Free & open to all

With Dr Ann Monaghan (@tilda_tcd).

Register now: https://t.co/nbp8Ck8ci1

[Professional Development @ ISCP @iscp_pd]

The annual Paul Wagstaff Commemorative Lecture will take place on Wednesday 22nd October, with speaker Dr Rose Galvin.

This special public lecture will explore frailty and how we can support people to age well into later life.

Register now for free!

https://t.co/wdQDEK7mfb

[IPTOP @IPTOPphysio]

Physiotherapists play a key role in helping older adults live independently and age well.
Download the @WorldPhysio1951 toolkit and join us in celebrating World Physiotherapy Day 2025 #WorldPTDay
https://t.co/zdm1GkoFAF

[Peter Johns M.D. @PeterJohns84]

@WorldStrokeEd @opontesnetoMD @a_charidimou @sheilambrasil @J_Rosales_MD @FishingNeurons @ShadiYaghi2 @interneurona @DrAsyraf @American_Stroke @ALATACV Important to emphasize that HINTS should only be performed on patients who demonstrate nystagmus at rest. Recently study by Nolan showed 39% of HINTS exam by ED docs were on patients without nystagmus, leading to much false concern for stroke.

[Vestibular First @VestibularFirst]

STOP. GIVING. MECLIZINE. ROUTINELY. “Meclizine use following dizziness presentation is associated with increased risk of falls among both patients aged 65 years or older and those aged 18 to 64 years.”

[Vestibular Disorders @vestibularveda]

Vestibular migraine is a neurological condition that causes episodes of dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance — sometimes without the typical headache you might expect with a migraine.

#VestibularMigraineAwareness #LifeRebalanced #InvisibleIllness #VestibularHealth

[Vestibular Disorders @vestibularveda]

"Vestibular disorders are more than just balance problems." 🌀💙

They affect vision, concentration, energy levels, and even mental health. From dizziness and brain fog to sensory overload and fatigue, the impact goes far beyond feeling unsteady.

[Vestibular Disorders @vestibularveda]

Vestibular disorders don’t just affect balance—they can also impact cognition, memory, and focus. Learn more about the cognitive effects of vestibular disorders 👉 https://t.co/JHfGgLzyKZ

[ISCP @_ISCP_]

The Pay and Numbers strategy is failing patients and physiotherapists alike.
We are calling for it to be stopped.
We fully support Physiotherapists taking industrial action to fight for safe staffing and proper resourcing.
Enough is enough – the health of patients and professionals is at stake.
https://t.co/dzgCDrBByX
@HSELive @BernardGloster @CarrollJennifer @roinnslainte

[Mary Connell @marytconnell2]

Great day of Networking with national and UK colleagues, information and presentations on Advanced Physiotherapy Practice..well done @_ISCP_ @thecsp @FairwaysHotel_ great attendance despite the fog!

[Dara Meldrum @DaraMeldrum]

Celebrating Balance Awareness Week - Ireland 2024, first vestibular education seminar of this season. Update on BPPV. Thanks to presenters Sile Lacey @Silemarie1 Sarah Coleman @TheNeuroPhysios & Donncha Lane. #BalanceAwarenessWeek @GillQuinn212 @RouKat @ValerieCasserl2

[Eileen Long @eils36]

Health and Social Care Professionals have been excluded from representation on the Senior Management Team in the new HSE Health Regions. This is backwards step at a critical time. Sign the petition now if you agree – #TeamHSCP needs a seat at the table! https://t.co/462F27DJVx

[Mary Connell @marytconnell2]

@ValerieCasserl2 Brilliant!