Vertigo tends to be a very mysterious symptom that can appear suddenly in individuals, and can at first just seem like an odd feeling but in time it potentially can really lower your quality of life.  You may have sat up too fast and felt dizzy, or bent down to pick something up and felt off balances, these are 2 symptoms that are often classified as "vertigo".

Vertigo is a very common symptom that millions of Americans have to deal with, but studies have shown it tends to start affecting those over 65.  It can be an isolated incident or a long-standing issue, but either way it can be frustrating and downright confusing.

The solution to vertigo relief is not always a clear cut solutions.  The 2 forms of vertigo that exist are "central" and "peripheral" and both can negatively impact your body's ability to register movement and environmental changes.  

2 Types of Vertigo:  Central and Peripheral

Central Vertigo

This form stems from a disruption with the central nervous system. Some breakdown between nerve receptors in the brainstem and cerebellum pathways results in the “head-spinning” feeling.

Peripheral Vertigo

Peripheral vertigo is related to an inner ear issue where the tiny organs fail to properly send signals to the brain for interpretation. Parts of the inner ear like the malleus and cochlea are disturbed as a result of inflammation, calcium build-up, or infection.

While many vertigo treatments exist, chiropractic care bas been shown to provide the most effective method to relieve vertigo sensations for patients.  We use targeted manipulative techniques of your head and neck that can realign your neural pathways and inner ear balance, 2 areas that can significantly reduce the effects of the vertigo battle.  

Symptoms and Chiropractic Treatment of Vertigo

Remember, vertigo can be a short term and a long-term issue for individuals.  Sometimes these vertigo instances can be spurred by whiplash, head or neck injuries, or an accident that caused your neck to move abruptly.  Signs that you might be suffering from vertigo include:

Balance problems
Lightheadedness
Nausea and vomiting
Ringing of the ears
Migraines/headaches
Feeling of fullness in the ear

Vertigo treatment focuses on addressing the specific cause, therefore, care is highly personalized and individualistic. Based on your symptoms, a chiropractor can better localize where the issue stems from — central nervous system or inner ear.

Potassium-rich Foods for Vertigo

Avocados
Beans
Bananas
Mushrooms
Cucumbers

Supplements for Vertigo

Dandelion Extract
Ginger
Butcher’s Broom
Juniper
Turmeric

San Diego’s Best Chiropractic Care for Vertigo

Upon entering our clinic, Dr. Blakely will conduct a full exam of your situation and overall health to determine the severity and source of your vertigo symptoms.

Through a combination of treatments and lifestyle adjustments, Dr. Blakely and his team can help alleviate your vertigo struggles. Schedule an appointment today to start healing!

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