What is Vertigo?
Vertigo is a condition characterized by a severe feeling of dizziness. This dizziness can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and a loss of balance. While vertigo can occur in a variety of circumstances, it is usually the result of disequilibrium in the inner ear.
While there are many different causes for vertigo, the most common causes are migraines, ear infections, and misalignments in the upper cervical spine.
Signs and Symptoms of Vertigo
If you suffer from vertigo, you may be able to identify your symptoms based on the following list: dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, loss of balance, and loss of visual coordination. In severe cases, dizziness may be accompanied by hearing noises or seeing flashes of light. Left untreated, these symptoms can lead to mobility issues and difficulties with performing basic physical activities.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Affects Vertigo
The upper cervical spine is one of the most vital parts of the body, as it supports the skull and regulates the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. Notably, the upper cervical spine is particularly important for the proper functioning of the inner ear.
The inner ear is responsible for maintaining a sense of balance and equilibrium. Balance regulating signals sent from the inner ear are received by the brain via the vertebral arteries. In turn, these arteries are connected to the brain via the upper cervical spine. If this connection is altered by a spinal misalignment, it can cause a disruption in the signals sent from the inner ear to the brain, leading to dizziness and other symptoms of vertigo.
How Our Vertigo Treatment Works
Our upper cervical chiropractic treatment is unique in that it treats vertigo without the use of drugs or invasive surgery. In fact, we can offer a variety of natural treatments that address the underlying cause of your vertigo. At the same time, we can also offer relief from your symptoms using an upper cervical chiropractic treatment regime.
When you visit our office for an upper cervical correction, we’ll perform a thorough examination to determine the cause of your vertigo. If we determine that your vertigo is underpinned by misalignments in your upper cervical spine, we’ll perform several specialized scans, using non-invasive X-rays and cone-beam computed tomography, to identify the exact angle and location of the misalignments.
Once we have pinpointed the cause of your vertigo, our expert chiropractor, Dr. Bello, will perform a series of gentle upper cervical corrections to the affected area. This will significantly decrease the severity of your symptoms while simultaneously addressing the underlying cause of your vertigo.
If you’re looking for an alternative and natural treatment for vertigo, Dr. Bello is here to help. He offers upper cervical chiropractic care to patients in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Westwood, Culver City, Marina Del Rey, West Los Angeles, and the surrounding areas.