When the World Won't Stop Spinning
Few conditions can be as frustrating and disruptive as vertigo and dizziness.
Whether you feel like the room is spinning, experience sudden episodes of imbalance, feel unsteady when walking, or struggle with chronic dizziness, these symptoms can significantly impact your confidence, mobility, and quality of life.
Many people suffering from vertigo begin avoiding activities they once enjoyed because they fear triggering another episode.
At Thrive Chiropractic, we understand how debilitating dizziness can be, and we take a comprehensive approach to evaluating potential spinal, postural, neurological, and biomechanical factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.
Vertigo is not a condition itself — it's a symptom.
Vertigo is the sensation that you or your surroundings are moving when no actual movement is occurring.
Many patients describe vertigo as:
These symptoms can range from mild and occasional to severe and life-altering.
There are many potential causes of dizziness and vertigo, including:
Because dizziness can originate from multiple systems within the body, a thorough evaluation is essential.
Many people are surprised to learn that the neck plays a major role in balance and spatial awareness.
The muscles, joints, and receptors within the cervical spine constantly send information to the brain regarding:
When the joints of the neck lose proper motion and function, this communication may become disrupted.
This is sometimes referred to as cervicogenic dizziness, a form of dizziness associated with dysfunction of the cervical spine.
Research suggests that certain patients experiencing dizziness may also demonstrate abnormalities in neck mobility, posture, muscle tension, and cervical joint function.
The upper cervical spine consists of the atlas and axis — the top two vertebrae in the neck.
These structures help support the head while protecting the brainstem and allowing for a significant amount of head movement.
Because of their unique role in balance, posture, and neurological communication, dysfunction within the upper cervical region may contribute to:
At Thrive Chiropractic, Dr. Rubinstein has extensive experience utilizing Upper Cervical Chiropractic and Toggle Recoil techniques to evaluate and address dysfunction within this critical region of the spine.
One of the most overlooked causes of chronic dizziness is previous trauma.
Even minor car accidents can create significant forces throughout the cervical spine.
Research has shown that whiplash injuries can occur at speeds as low as 5 miles per hour.
Many patients who experience:
May later develop symptoms of dizziness, imbalance, headaches, or motion sensitivity.
In some cases, these symptoms persist long after the original injury occurred.
This is why a thorough spinal and neurological evaluation is so important.
At Thrive Chiropractic, our focus is on identifying and correcting areas of spinal subluxation that may be contributing to abnormal movement patterns, muscular tension, and altered nervous system communication.
Your evaluation may include:
Chiropractic adjustments are designed to restore proper motion to restricted joints and improve overall spinal function.
Many patients report improvements in:
Every patient is different, which is why treatment recommendations are always individualized.
Depending on your condition, your treatment plan may include:
Specific chiropractic adjustments focused on the atlas and axis.
Restoring proper movement and function throughout the spine.
Reducing muscular tension and improving mobility.
Improving balance, posture, coordination, and stability.
Helping patients identify habits that may be contributing to symptoms.
For more than 12 years, Dr. Ruvayn Rubinstein has helped thousands of patients improve their mobility, posture, nervous system function, and quality of life.
Our mission is not simply to help patients manage symptoms. Our goal is to help them regain confidence, improve function, and get back to living life without fear of dizziness controlling their day.
If you're struggling with vertigo, dizziness, balance problems, or chronic neck tension, a thorough chiropractic evaluation may help identify underlying factors contributing to your symptoms.
The sooner you understand what's causing the problem, the sooner you can begin moving toward a solution.
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Founder of Thrive Chiropractic with over 12 years of experience and 100,000+ adjustments delivered. Dr. Rubinstein specializes in upper-cervical care, family chiropractic, pediatric care, and spinal decompression for patients of every age.
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For the past two years, Dr. Emma has worked exclusively with auto accident patients at Thrive Chiropractic, dedicating her practice to helping people recover from collision-related injuries and return to full function.
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