Vertigo/Dizziness
Dizziness Can Have Many Causes
Feeling dizzy can be unsettling. Whether the room feels like it's spinning, you feel unsteady on your feet, or certain head movements trigger symptoms, dizziness can interfere with work, driving, exercise, and everyday life.
The good news is that dizziness doesn't always have the same cause. While some cases originate from the inner ear, others may be related to the neck, balance system, medications, or medical conditions that require a different type of care.
At Bilan Chiropractic, we begin by understanding your symptoms and determining whether they may have a musculoskeletal component before recommending treatment.
Could This Be What You're Experiencing?
People describe dizziness in many different ways, including:- A spinning sensation (vertigo)
- Feeling off balance
- Lightheadedness
- Unsteadiness when walking
- Symptoms triggered by turning the head
- Neck pain with dizziness
- Headaches
- Nausea
What's Actually Happening?
Dizziness isn't a diagnosis-it's a symptom.Your sense of balance depends on your inner ear, eyes, brain, nervous system, and the joints and muscles in your neck all working together.
When one part of that system isn't functioning normally, dizziness or balance problems may occur.
For some people, stiffness or dysfunction in the cervical spine may contribute to cervicogenic dizziness, a type of dizziness associated with neck problems. Other causes-such as inner ear disorders or neurological conditions-require different medical treatment.
How We Think About Dizziness
Our first question isn't:"How do we treat dizziness?"
It's:
"What's causing it?"
Because dizziness can have many causes, we never assume chiropractic care is the right answer.
Instead, we determine whether your symptoms appear to be related to your neck and musculoskeletal system or whether another healthcare provider should be involved.
That evaluation is one of the most important parts of your visit.
How We Evaluate Dizziness
Before recommending care, we look at the whole picture.Your evaluation may include:
- A detailed symptom history
- Neck mobility assessment
- Balance and coordination testing
- Posture evaluation
- Orthopedic and neurological screening
- Functional movement assessment
Your Personalized Care Plan
If your symptoms appear to have a musculoskeletal component and chiropractic care is appropriate, your treatment plan may include:- Gentle chiropractic adjustments
- Cervical spine mobilization
- Soft tissue therapy
- Balance and movement exercises
- Postural correction
- Home exercises
- Lifestyle recommendations
Why Patients Choose Bilan
Dizziness deserves careful evaluation.Rather than assuming every patient has the same condition, we take time to understand your symptoms, rule out concerns that require medical care, and determine whether chiropractic treatment is appropriate for your specific situation.
That thoughtful approach helps patients feel informed, confident, and supported throughout their care.
Can chiropractic care help dizziness?
A. Some people with neck-related dizziness may benefit from conservative chiropractic care. Whether it's appropriate depends on the cause of your symptoms.
Is vertigo the same as dizziness?
A. No. Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness that creates the sensation that you or your surroundings are spinning.
Can neck problems cause dizziness?
A. In some cases, dysfunction involving the cervical spine may contribute to dizziness. This is sometimes referred to as cervicogenic dizziness, but other causes should first be considered and ruled out when appropriate.
When should I seek emergency medical care?
A. Seek immediate medical attention if dizziness is accompanied by chest pain, severe headache, difficulty speaking, vision loss, weakness, numbness, loss of consciousness, or other sudden neurological symptoms.
Will I need to see another provider?
A. Possibly. If your symptoms suggest an inner ear disorder, neurological condition, or another medical issue, we'll recommend the appropriate referral.