What is a vestibular migraine? vestibular migraine is a nervous system problem that causes repeated dizziness (or vertigo) in people who have a history of migraine symptoms. Unlike traditional migraines, you may not always have a headache. “The vestibular symptoms are quite variable,” Doctors says. “They could include a spinning feeling, a sensation of movement and the perception that things are moving out of proportion to the environment.” There are many names for this type of problem, Your doctor might also call it, Migraine-associated vertigo. Migrainous vertigo. Migraine-related vestibulopathy.