Vertigo & Dizziness
Find Your Balance Again with Chiropractic Care
Vertigo and dizziness can be disabling -- making it impossible to work, drive, or even walk safely. If you've been told there's nothing wrong or given medications that don't help, you haven't explored all your options. Many cases of vertigo and dizziness have a cervical (neck) component that responds remarkably well to chiropractic care.
Your brain uses three systems to maintain balance: visual (what your eyes see), vestibular (inner ear balance organs), and proprioceptive (position sensors, especially in your neck). The upper cervical spine contains more proprioceptors than anywhere else in the body. When there's a misalignment here, the brain receives conflicting signals about body position -- resulting in dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.
Board-certified chiropractor with 25+ years of experience specializing in neurologically-focused, low-force care for families of all ages.
Often Overlooked
Most vertigo evaluations focus only on the inner ear. But the upper cervical spine plays a crucial role in balance and is often the missing piece in cases that don't respond to traditional treatment.
Types of Dizziness We Help
Vertigo
A spinning sensation where you or the room feels like it's rotating around you.
Lightheadedness
Feeling faint, woozy, or unsteady without a true spinning sensation.
Disequilibrium
Balance problems and unsteadiness when standing or walking.
Disorientation
Spatial confusion and difficulty determining your position in space.
Cervicogenic Vertigo
Dizziness originating from neck misalignments disrupting proprioceptive signals.
Vestibular Migraine
Dizziness episodes associated with migraines that respond well to cervical care.
How Chiropractic Helps Vertigo
Upper Cervical Correction
The upper cervical spine is rich in proprioceptors that communicate body position to the brain. Correcting misalignments here restores accurate proprioceptive signaling, which is essential for proper balance.
Nervous System Integration
By removing interference between the brain and body, chiropractic care helps all three balance systems (visual, vestibular, proprioceptive) integrate properly, resolving the signal conflicts that cause dizziness.
Gentle for Sensitive Patients
Our gentle, neurologically-focused approach is perfect for sensitive vertigo patients. There is no forceful manipulation, twisting, or sudden movements that could worsen dizziness.
BPPV Support
For benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), we can perform repositioning maneuvers alongside cervical correction for comprehensive treatment of positional dizziness.
Our Approach to Vertigo Relief
Dr. John takes a thorough approach to understanding what's causing your dizziness and creating a targeted plan for relief.
Thorough Evaluation
We assess your cervical spine, neurological function, and balance through a comprehensive examination including detailed cervical spine evaluation, balance and proprioceptive testing, and assessment for BPPV and other vestibular conditions.
Gentle Cervical Correction
Using Talsky Tonal Chiropractic and KST techniques, we deliver precise, gentle adjustments with no cracking, popping, or forceful manipulation. We address upper cervical misalignments that disrupt proprioceptive signals and contribute to balance problems. Our techniques are perfect for sensitive vertigo patients.
Progress Monitoring & Coordination
We regularly reassess your balance, cervical alignment, and nervous system function to ensure improvement. If BPPV is present, we perform appropriate repositioning techniques. We coordinate with your other providers (ENT, neurologist) as needed for comprehensive care.
What Our Patients Often Report
While every individual is unique and results vary, families frequently notice improvements in:
Significant reduction or elimination of vertigo episodes
Improved balance and steadiness when standing and walking
Reduced frequency and severity of dizzy spells
Better ability to perform daily activities safely
Improved confidence driving and moving through the world
Reduced neck pain and stiffness alongside vertigo relief
Decreased reliance on anti-vertigo medications
Return to exercise and activities they had given up
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Stop the Spinning
Discover how addressing the cervical-vestibular connection can restore your balance. Schedule your vertigo evaluation with Dr. John today.
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