Chiropractic Care for Vertigo
Focused care for dizziness, spinning sensations, and balance problems linked to the neck, upper back, and posture.
Vertigo Chiropractor
Many people see a Chiro 1st chiropractor when dizziness starts getting in the way of daily life. Vertigo is the feeling that you or the room around you is spinning, tilting, or moving when it is not.
Vertigo is a symptom, not a condition on its own. It can come from the inner ear, from the neck, or from other health problems, so finding the cause is the first step.
What Causes Vertigo?
Your sense of balance depends on signals from your inner ear, your eyes, and the joints and muscles of your neck. When one of these sends the brain the wrong information, you can feel dizzy or off balance.
Common causes include inner ear problems, neck injuries such as whiplash, stiffness and muscle tension in the upper neck, and poor posture. When dizziness is tied to the neck, it is often called cervicogenic dizziness.
What are the Symptoms of Vertigo?
Vertigo can range from mild to very disruptive. Even if episodes are short, it is important to be examined if dizziness keeps coming back or affects your daily routine.
- A spinning or tilting sensation
- Dizziness when turning or tilting the head
- Feeling unsteady or off balance
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea
- Neck pain or stiffness
- Headaches
- Trouble focusing your eyes
- Dizziness when rolling over in bed
- Ringing in the ears
- Difficulty concentrating
- Tiredness
Chiropractic Care for Dizziness
Because many cases of dizziness involve the neck, the upper spine, and the muscles and nerves around them, chiropractic care can be a helpful avenue for treatment.
When Dizziness Needs Emergency Care
Most dizziness is not dangerous, but it can be frightening and hard to live with. Many people put off getting checked and simply avoid the movements that set it off, which can lead to more neck stiffness over time.
That is why it is smart to get examined if dizziness lasts or keeps returning. An exam can help find the likely cause, and if your symptoms point to something outside our care, we will refer you to the right provider.
If dizziness comes with sudden weakness, numbness, trouble speaking, vision loss, a severe headache, or chest pain, call 911 right away.
Your Recovery
How We Treat Vertigo at Chiro 1st
We focus on finding the cause of your dizziness, then calming symptoms and building strength so they are less likely to return.
Exam and Screening
A full exam with balance and neck testing, and X-rays when needed, to find the likely source of your dizziness.
Gentle Care
Gentle adjustments, soft tissue work, and movement to ease neck stiffness and muscle tension that can feed dizziness.
Strength and Balance
Neck, posture, and balance exercises from our rehab and exercise program to help you feel steady and prevent symptoms from coming back.
Tips for Living With Vertigo
These tips help many people manage dizziness day to day:
- Get up slowly from lying down or sitting
- Sit down right away when you feel dizzy
- Keep a light on at night to avoid falls
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day
- Write down when episodes happen and what triggers them
Learn more about adjustments on our chiropractic care page.
Related Conditions
Other Conditions We Treat
Vertigo often shows up alongside other problems. These are related conditions our chiropractors treat every day.
Headaches
Tension headaches and migraines linked to neck stiffness and upper back tension.
Learn About Headaches
Whiplash
Neck injuries from car accidents and sudden trauma that can cause pain and dizziness.
Learn About WhiplashWhy Chiro 1st
Why Patients Choose Chiro 1st for Vertigo
With more than 3,500 patient reviews and a 4.9 star average, patients across western Washington trust Chiro 1st for clear answers and steady progress. Here is what they tell us matters most.
Licensed chiropractors
Experienced doctors at every clinic. Meet the team.
Exam before treatment
Every plan starts with an exam, and digital X-rays when they are needed.
Seven clinics
Locations from Everett to Federal Way, with same-week visits at many clinics.
Insurance help
We help you understand your insurance coverage and handle the billing paperwork.
Vertigo Chiropractor Near You
Every Chiro 1st clinic sees patients with dizziness and vertigo, and you do not need a referral. Choose the clinic closest to you.
Vertigo FAQs
Can a chiropractor help with vertigo?
It depends on the cause. When dizziness is linked to the neck, such as stiffness, muscle tension, or a past injury, chiropractic care may help. Your chiropractor will start with an exam to see if your symptoms are a good fit for care.
What is cervicogenic dizziness?
It is dizziness that comes from the neck. Injury, stiffness, or tension in the upper neck can disrupt the balance signals your brain receives, which can leave you feeling dizzy or unsteady.
Do I need a referral?
No. You do not need a referral to visit any Chiro 1st clinic.
When should I see a medical doctor instead?
If dizziness is sudden and severe, or comes with weakness, numbness, trouble speaking, vision changes, or a bad headache, call 911. If your exam points to a cause outside our care, we will refer you to the right provider.
Can whiplash cause vertigo?
Yes. Neck injuries from car accidents and falls can cause dizziness and balance problems, sometimes days after the injury. Tell your chiropractor about all of your symptoms.
Meet Your Chiro 1st Chiropractors
Your vertigo care at Chiro 1st is provided by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.). Our chiropractors trained at schools including Palmer College of Chiropractic, Life University, Life West and the University of Western States.
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