Discover a Natural Approach to Managing Vertigo Through the Neck
Vertigo is a medical condition characterized by a false sensation of spinning or movement, often described as feeling like the environment is moving around you. It is not a disease itself but a symptom that can arise from various underlying issues.
What are the symptoms of vertigo?
- Spinning sensation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Balance problems
- Hearing changes (in some cases)
- Sweating or lightheadedness
How can upper cervical chiropractic help vertigo?
A another approach that may help is upper cervical chiropractic care (UCC). This is a targeted approach within chiropractic care that emphasizes the alignment of the upper spine, particularly where the head meets the neck. This region, known as the cranio-cervical junction, is unique to the rest of the spine in function, movement, and the surrounding structures.
The core idea behind UCC is that misalignments and dysfunction in this area can lead to further dysfunction in the body and provide altered input into the brain and an already overwhelmed system, which may contribute to or irritate your vertigo symptoms. Through gentle and precise adjustments, UCC seeks to correct these misalignments, thereby reducing the overall load on the body and restoring optimal function, which may enhance overall well-being. UCC is not curing vertigo or addressing if there is a true vestibular component. However, UCC may help take a load off your system which may help alleviate some of your vertigo triggers.
Practitioners of UCC employ specialized diagnostic methods and techniques to evaluate and correct misalignments. Unlike conventional chiropractic methods, which may involve more forceful manipulations, UCC adjustments are gentle and focused specifically on the upper cervical spine. This approach aims to reduce biomechanical dysfunction and improve proprioception between the brain and body, which may help alleviate some of your symptoms.