Chiropractic Treatment of Vertigo

October 21, 2025

Vertigo, Dizziness And Chiropractic Treatment

Vertigo is a medical condition characterized by dizziness with a feeling of spinning. Vertigo is a common indication present in chiropractic patients, particularly after head and neck trauma. Chronic Vertigo sufferers have found relief with chiropractic treatment. IUCCA Upper Cervical Chiropractic appears to improve and/or reverse vertigo disorders. There are several types of vertigo for which patients seek upper cervical chiropractic treatment.


Vertigo is a medical condition characterized by dizziness with a feeling of spinning. Because of the sensation of movement or rotation, many patients also sense nausea and can experience light-headedness and balance problems. Vertigo is a common indication present in chiropractic patients, particularly after head and neck trauma. Chronic Vertigo sufferers have found to find relief with chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic cure involves correcting the position of the injured cervical vertebrae, mainly C1 and C2. Realigning these vertebrae reduces or eliminates many types of vertigo. There are several types of vertigo for which patients seek upper cervical chiropractic treatment. When the vertigo symptoms occur as the result of irritation to the neck vertebrae caused by trauma, chiropractic care can prove beneficial.

One of the prime causes of vertigo and dizziness is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), also known as Benign Vertigo or Positional Vertigo. Chiropractic doctors analysis this state after getting a full case history and performing a physical and neurological exam. Proper diagnosis is the first step for the chiropractic treatment for vertigo. This condition is then treated by certain repositioning techniques. Chiropractic doctors at the various Chiropractic Centers are skilled to perform the Epley or Semont Manoeuvre, which is a easy and well-tolerated technique that can cure BPPV in most of the patients.

The chiropractic doctor will move the patient into specific positions depending on what has formerly been found in the assessment, using gravity to move the calcium carbonate crystals away into an area of the inner ear where they will cause no more symptoms. This is followed by some home exercises. The chiropractic method is very effective and within 3-4 treatments 80% of cases are symptom free.

A study report from the November 8, 2006 issue of the Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research shows how the patients suffering from vertigo were benefited by chiropractic care. In this research 60 patients who were diagnosed by their medical physicians as having various forms of vertigo, were given chiropractic care and the results were documented and published. All the 60 subjects in this study were rendered precise chiropractic care for the improvement of subluxations. The results showed that all of the patients in this research responded positively to the chiropractic care. The study concluded that the use of IUCCA protocol (a form of chiropractic care) appears to improve and/or reverse vertigo disorders. IUCCA Upper Cervical Chiropractic functions by correcting damages to the upper cervical spine (upper neck), the basic cause of cervicogenic vertigo syndromes. Usual IUCCA Upper Cervical Chiropractic treatment involves an initial spinal exam, detailed x-rays of the upper neck, computerized thermal spinal scans to determine neurological irritation, and proper chiropractic adjustments by hand to correct the uneven vertebrae in the upper neck.

Chiropractic treatment is not the only thing which will cure dizziness, but the chiropractic methods used is the same as patients would have if they go to medical clinicians who expertise in these conditions. These days a large number of dizziness cases seek chiropractic help. Chiropractic is not generally suited for all types of dizziness, and in such cases the chiropractic practitioner refers the patient to needed specialists. 


For experienced Chiropractic care of vertigo and dizziness contact Grappin Clinic today at 941-426-9551 and choose one of our seven convenient South-west Florida locations.













Article by Toni Vogel (articlesfactory.com)

Create a Nutritious Diet Plan

June 2, 2026
Creating a personalized weight loss diet plan is a highly effective strategy for shedding pounds from the comfort of your home. This guide will help you design a menu focused on nutritional balance and simplicity in preparation.

Low Back Pain Stretches

May 28, 2026
The experienced Doctors and Physical Therapists at the Grappin Clinic have been successfully treating patients with low back pain since 1977. Call us today at 941-426-9551, you'll be happy you did!!

Healthy Skin Needs Healthy Water

May 21, 2026
Glowing skin comes free of charge to you. Pure water does it effectively.The effect of healthy water is immediate , say overnight. your skin not only glows but you also feel a lot better after having a glass of water.

What is Chiropractic?

May 12, 2026
Chiropractic is a growing health-care profession that help patients maintain optimal health without drugs or surgery. An estimated 50 million Americans see a chiropractor each year to reduce pain, increase movement and improve performance. Chiropractic is safe, effective, affordable care.

Health Benefits of Walking

May 6, 2026
The health benefits of walking are often under estimated. It can help boost your immune system and improve your overall general health. For low back pain sufferers walking ranks as one of the best exercises you can do.

Benefits of a Therapeutic Massage

April 29, 2026
Massage Therapy goes beyond the simple pleasure of relaxation, offering significant physical benefits such as alleviating muscle spasms and pain. With improved circulation of oxygen and blood flow, a therapeutic massage can transform the way your body feels and functions.

Can Chiropractic Care Speed Accident Recovery?

April 21, 2026
It has been shown that chiropractic care can speed up auto accident recovery. Not only can a chiropractor decrease your recovery time, but he/she can also help reduce any pain and discomfort your injuries may be causing you.

Overcoming Sports Injuries

April 14, 2026
Whether you injure your back skipping into a handstand or cannot walk after a particularly grueling hike, athletic injuries can be difficult mentally, emotionally and physically. So, what do you do when you find yourself injured?