Vertigo & Dizziness in Olathe – Fast, Proven Relief at Woodroof Chiropractic
Vertigo and dizziness are common conditions we treat at Woodroof Chiropractic & Acupuncture in Olathe. Whether you're feeling off-balance, spinning, lightheaded, or unable to drive or work comfortably, our goal is to help you stabilize and feel better as quickly and safely as possible. We use evidence-based chiropractic care, cervical decompression, and targeted exercises to reduce symptoms, improve balance, and restore normal function
Vertigo occurs when the balance centers of the inner ear or upper cervical spine send distorted signals to the brain, creating a sensation of spinning, tilting, or instability.
How We Treat Vertigo
Common Symptoms at a Glance
• Spinning or room-moving sensation
• Lightheadedness or floating feeling
• Pressure or tightness in the neck
• Difficulty focusing or concentrating
• Nausea or motion sensitivity
What Causes Vertigo & Dizziness?
Vertigo and dizziness often originate from dysfunction in the upper cervical spine, where irritated joints, tight muscles, or restricted motion can disrupt normal nerve input to the brain’s balance centers. When these joints stop moving properly, the brain receives conflicting information about head position—leading to spinning, wobbling, or disorientation.
Another common contributor is inflammation around the neck and upper back, which affects proprioception and alters how your body senses movement. Poor posture, extended computer use, or repetitive strain can increase cervical tension and worsen symptoms.
In some cases, inner ear mechanics, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), combine with cervical dysfunction to amplify dizziness. Our job is to pinpoint the exact cause and customize treatment so your balance system stabilizes quickly.
Common Symptoms of Vertigo & Dizziness
• Spinning episodes (lasting seconds to minutes)
• Neck tightness with balance changes
• Nausea, queasiness, or motion sickness
• Difficulty walking straight or standing still
• Symptoms triggered by turning your head
• Sensation of being pulled to one side
• Eye strain or difficulty focusing
• Headaches associated with dizziness
What Patients Commonly Report
Patients often describe:
• Feeling like the room is spinning when they roll over in bed
• Neck tightness or pressure that increases dizziness
• Needing to hold onto walls or furniture while walking
• Dizziness that worsens with driving, turning their head, or standing up
How Chiropractic Helps Vertigo & Dizziness
Chiropractic care helps restore proper joint mechanics in the upper cervical spine, reducing the faulty nerve signals that contribute to dizziness. By improving mobility and decreasing inflammation, we can normalize how the neck communicates with the brain’s balance centers.
Specific treatments—including chiropractic adjustments, cervical spinal decompression, hydromassage, and corrective movement—help reduce muscle tension, improve posture, and restore smoother head-neck movement patterns. This reduces irritation to the vestibular system and helps stabilize your sense of balance.
Our Treatment Approach at Woodroof Chiropractic
At Woodroof Chiropractic in South Olathe, we take a structured, step-by-step approach to treating vertigo and dizziness.
Your treatment may include:
• Chiropractic adjustments (emphasizing upper cervical mechanics)
• Non-invasive cervical spinal decompression
• Hydromassage therapy to reduce muscle tension
• Targeted exercises to improve proprioception and movement control
• Posture and ergonomic coaching
• Cervical traction (if indicated)
Most patients begin noticing improvement within the first few visits as cervical motion improves and irritated balance pathways begin to stabilize.
FAQ — Vertigo & Dizziness
Q: Can chiropractic really help vertigo?
A: Yes. Many cases of vertigo stem from cervical spine dysfunction, which chiropractic adjustments and decompression help correct. Restoring proper neck movement often reduces dizziness quickly.
Q: Why does my dizziness get worse when I turn my head?
A: This usually indicates irritated upper cervical joints or tight muscles sending conflicting signals to your balance centers. Correcting these mechanics often improves symptoms.
Q: How do I know if my vertigo is coming from my neck?
A: If your dizziness is triggered by head movement, poor posture, neck tightness, or after an injury, there’s a high likelihood it’s cervical-related.
Q: Is this the same as BPPV?
A: Not always. BPPV is caused by inner ear crystals shifting. Cervical vertigo comes from neck dysfunction. Many patients have a combination of both.
Q: How long does it take to feel better?
A: Most patients notice improvement within the first few visits as inflammation decreases and joint mechanics improve.
Ready for relief?
Call our Olathe chiropractic office today at 913-735-6351 or click Schedule Your Visit to get started.
