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Can mal de debarquement come and go?

However, in MDD, significant balance impairment can persist for months to years. Symptoms may diminish in time or may reappear spontaneously or after another exposure.



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MdDS is different for each patient, so walking on beach is OK for some but not for others. Avoid virtual reality and driving simulator experiences. If you are still experiencing symptoms, it is recommended not to walk on a treadmill and to use an elliptical machine.

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In addition, individuals with MdDS have high comorbidities with migraine, increased visual sensitivity, and mood disorders, e.g., depression and anxiety (1, 2). The association with stress should also be further investigated, since it is known that stress can exacerbate MdDS symptoms (18).

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Prevention and symptom management for MdDS includes stress management, regular exercise, healthy eating, and rest. Clonazepam is an anti-seizure drug that is sometimes effective at low doses in treating symptoms of MdDS. Balance therapy (known as vestibular rehabilitation) is also effective in some cases.

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