Vertigo Treatment in Lake Wylie, SC
Vertigo is the feeling that you or your surroundings are moving or spinning when they’re not. It can make simple tasks like rolling over in bed, looking up, or walking across a room feel unsettling. At Lake Wylie Wellness & Chiropractic Center, Dr. David Redding helps patients in Lake Wylie, SC identify the cause of their dizziness and find drug-free relief so they can feel steady again.
Understanding Vertigo
Vertigo can be triggered by movements such as turning your head quickly or looking down from a height, but it’s ultimately caused by a problem in the inner ear, brain, or nerves involved in balance. There are two main forms:
- Peripheral vertigo: Caused by a problem in the inner ear and balance system. It often comes on suddenly and can feel intense. Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is the most common type.
- Central vertigo: Caused by a problem in the brain or brainstem. It tends to develop more gradually and requires medical evaluation.
Dizziness can also be related to the neck. Known as cervicogenic dizziness, this occurs when restricted joints or tight muscles in the upper neck send confusing signals to the balance centers of the brain. It’s common after whiplash and car accidents.
Common Symptoms of Vertigo
- A spinning or tilting sensation
- Loss of balance or unsteadiness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Symptoms triggered by head movements or position changes
- Abnormal eye movements
- Headaches or neck pain alongside dizziness
How We Help Patients With Vertigo
Regardless of the type of dizziness you’re experiencing, your quality of life is likely suffering because of it. Dr. Redding performs a thorough evaluation, including balance and positional testing, to determine the cause. If your vertigo has a central or medical cause, we’ll refer you to the right provider. For vertigo related to the inner ear or neck, your care may include:
- Canalith repositioning maneuvers: Gentle head movements to treat BPPV.
- Chiropractic adjustments: Restore healthy motion in the upper neck.
- Soft tissue therapy: Relieve tension in the neck and shoulder muscles.
- Balance and eye exercises: Retrain your balance system for lasting improvement.
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Vertigo FAQs
Can a chiropractor help vertigo?
Yes. Chiropractors can help many cases of vertigo, especially BPPV and dizziness related to neck problems.
What is BPPV?
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo occurs when tiny crystals in the inner ear move out of place, causing brief spinning episodes with head movements.
Can neck problems cause dizziness?
Yes. Cervicogenic dizziness can occur when neck joints or muscles send faulty signals to the brain’s balance centers.
Is vertigo the same as dizziness?
Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness that feels like spinning or movement. Dizziness can also mean lightheadedness or unsteadiness.
How quickly can vertigo improve?
Some patients with BPPV improve after just one or two treatments, while other types may take longer.
When is vertigo an emergency?
Seek emergency care if vertigo comes with sudden severe headache, slurred speech, facial drooping, weakness, double vision, or trouble walking.
Can whiplash cause vertigo?
Yes. Neck injuries from car accidents can lead to dizziness and balance problems.
Feel Steady on Your Feet Again
Get answers and relief for your dizziness. Call Lake Wylie Wellness & Chiropractic Center at (803) 701-7077 or request your appointment online.