A variety of vision problems fall under the general umbrella of “visual disturbances.” A visual disturbance interferes with a person’s ability to see clearly and comfortably. Seeing double, flashing lights, halos, glares, floaters, wavy vision or blurred vision are all examples of visual disturbances.
Sometimes visual disturbances are temporary, other times they are permanent. With some patients, these disturbances may be caused by a specific condition, such as exophthalmos or Meniere’s disease. Migraines, vertigo, or eye infections can also cause disturbances.
Depending on the underlying cause of visual disturbances, patients may require the care of a doctor, ophthalmologist, or neurologist. Treatments will depend upon the underlying condition. New data does show promise in treating visual disturbances with upper cervical care.
Signs and Symptoms of Visual Disturbances
People with visual disturbances have problems causing the eye to see things incorrectly. For example, something may look wavy, blurry, or doubled to a person with visual disturbances. Alternatively, some people experience seeing things that are not really there in the environment. This may include floating particles, flashes of light, glaring lights, or halos around objects.
People with visual disturbances may also experience dizziness, migraines, eye irritation, eye pain, or swelling. Distortions may be due to trauma to the eye or head, infection, aging, or a wide range of health conditions.
How Upper Cervical Care Can Help with Visual Disturbances
The upper cervical spine is made up of the top seven vertebrae, which begin just below the skull and run through the neck. This part of the spine is close to the brain stem and many nerve clusters. If the vertebrae become misaligned, it can compress nerves and interfere with their function, causing nerves to misfire or disrupt the signal. Our optic nerves rely on these signals to function properly.
Research shows that this can happen more often than previously believed; the neck is a vulnerable area prone to injury. It doesn’t take a big jolt to the neck or head to cause misalignment in the upper cervical spine. Most people will experience some kind of spine trauma in their lives from playing sports, falling, or getting into a car accident. Some people can even find they developed a misalignment from poor posture or a bad sleeping position.
Once the spine is corrected, nerves resume their proper function and the body’s natural healing processes begin.
Let Us Help You with Your Visual Disturbances
Dr. Alex Bello of Los Angeles Upper Cervical is an upper cervical spine specialist. Dr. Bello practices the Blair chiropractic technique, a modern technique that combines modern technology with gentle, hands-on healing. The Blair technique offers a safe, drug-free, non-invasive treatment for visual disturbances, and many conditions that may cause them.
Dr. Bello begins treatment with a physical exam utilizing advanced diagnostic imaging technology. This allows the doctor to get a better image of your unique anatomy so that he can customize adjustments for more precise application.
With precise calculations, the doctor can make adjustments using light pressure, without abrupt twisting or popping. Patients typically find adjustments with the Blair technique more comfortable and less jarring. Because treatment is customized, the adjustments normally hold longer and require fewer visits.
Upper cervical care for visual disturbances can be a great addition to your regular healthcare regime.