Chiropractic Treatment for Vertigo

Vertigo is a feeling of dizziness or loss of balance, which has a very unsettling effect on sufferers, causing many to change their normal activities for fear of suddenly feeling dizzy, nauseated, or falling down.

If you are wondering whether a chiropractor can help with vertigo, the answer is often yes. Dr. Matt will evaluate your symptoms and history to help determine what may be contributing to your vertigo and whether chiropractic care is appropriate. For many patients, chiropractic care can significantly reduce or even eliminate vertigo symptoms.
​

What Are the Symptoms of Vertigo?

In addition to feeling dizzy, unbalanced, or pulled to one side, vertigo is often associated with:¹

• Nausea and vomiting
• Abnormal eye movements
• Headache or migraine
• Sweating and hot flashes
• Hearing loss or ringing in the ears

What Causes Vertigo?

Several of the most common causes of vertigo involve the inner ear and vestibular system, including:²
​

• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). The semicircular canals of the inner ear contain fluid and play an essential role in balance. When tiny calcium carbonate crystals become displaced and move into the semicircular canals, they can cause sudden, brief episodes of vertigo triggered by certain head movements. BPPV may occur following a head injury, but it can also develop without an obvious cause.

• Labyrinthitis and Vestibular Neuritis. These conditions involve inflammation affecting the inner ear or vestibular nerve and are often associated with viral infections. Both can cause sudden, intense vertigo and balance problems. Labyrinthitis may also cause hearing loss or ringing in the ears, while vestibular neuritis typically does not affect hearing.
• ​Ménière’s Disease. This inner-ear disorder is associated with abnormal fluid balance in the inner ear. It can cause episodes of vertigo along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and a feeling of pressure or fullness in the affected ear.

Other Risk Factors for Vertigo

You might experience vertigo or dizziness as a symptom associated with a number of other conditions and risk factors, including:²

• Chronic migraines
• Head or neck injuries
• Inner ear infections
• Genetic factors or family history
• Certain medications
• Alcohol or drug use
• Dehydration
• Low blood pressure
• Heart or circulatory problems
• Stroke
• Neurological conditions

 How Can a Chiropractor Help with Vertigo?

The best chiropractic treatment for vertigo will depend on the underlying cause. Based on your symptoms, history, and examination, Dr. Matt may recommend:

• Chiropractic adjustments to improve joint mobility and function in the neck and spine and support healthy communication between the brain and body about position and movement.
• Specific repositioning techniques designed to move displaced crystals out of the semicircular canals and relieve symptoms of BPPV.
• Upper cervical adjustments to improve mobility and function in the upper neck and support healthy Eustachian tube function and drainage, particularly when ear problems may be contributing to dizziness or balance issues.
• Lifestyle guidance to support overall health and help identify factors that may trigger or worsen vertigo, including smoking, alcohol, dehydration, and certain medications.
• Recommended exercises and relaxation techniques, such as stretching or tai chi, to help improve balance, stability, and confidence with movement.

Finding the Right Balance for Your System

When you need a chiropractor to fix vertigo symptoms, you are seeking to restore balance and wellness to your life. Dr. Matt goes beyond asking where it hurts to learn about your unique needs and challenges.
 
With an understanding of how and why your head is spinning, McCann Family Chiropractic can help you find solid footing and whole body healing. Schedule an appointment today to regain that vital balance!

Call Now

---

Sources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/brain/vertigo-symptoms-causes-treatment
2. https://www.everydayhealth.com/vertigo/causes-risk-factors/​​