If you have ever moved your head suddenly and found the room spinning, then you have experienced vertigo. It is a very common condition that results from the false sensation of movement caused by either a problem in the inner ear (common) or the central nervous system (less common). When vertigo strikes suddenly, it can result in nausea or even a fall.
Healthcare providers struggle to give patients answers about vertigo. One thing that is well established is that vertigo commonly begins after a person has experienced trauma to the head or neck. This may have occurred due to a car accident, sports injury, slip and fall, or another type of accident.
When an injury occurs to the head or neck, a misalignment of the upper cervical spine often results. This part of the body is vital when it comes to balance and spatial orientation. In fact, a neck misalignment can affect blood flow to the brain and also the ears, making it the underlying cause in cases of vertigo that spring from both the ears and the central nervous system.
Upper Cervical Chiropractic for Vertigo
Upper cervical chiropractic focuses specifically on the C1 and C2 vertebrae. After an examination and diagnostic imaging is used to identify the specific location and degree of misalignments, gentle adjustments are customized to the patient’s needs.
When a misalignment is corrected, a patient may see significant improvement in symptoms such as vertigo. For some, the condition may resolve completely. In fact, in a case study involving 300 people, 97% of patients saw a dramatic reduction in symptoms. The average improvement was greater than 90%.
If you are suffering from vertigo, especially if you have ever experienced head or neck trauma, come and see us at NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago to learn more about what upper cervical chiropractic care may be able to do for you.
References:
Burcon M. Cervical Specific Protocol and Results for 300 Meniere’s Patients, 6th International Symposium on Meniere’s Disease. Nov 2010.
