Vertigo (Dizziness)

If you have vertigo (dizziness), your chiropractor in Olathe, KS can help. 
The most common causes of vertigo (dizziness) is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV occurs when tiny calcium crystals in the inner ear become dislodged and move into one of the ear's semicircular canals, causing a sensation of spinning or vertigo and cervicogenic vertigo which is vertigo caused by your neck.

Common Causes of Vertigo (Dizziness)

• Aging: As people age, the structures in the inner ear naturally deteriorate, making BPPV more likely in older adults.
• Head Injury: A blow to the head, like whiplash, can dislodge the tiny calcium crystals (otoconia) in the inner ear, leading to BPPV.
• Ear Surgery: Surgical procedures involving the ear or the surrounding areas can sometimes result in BPPV.
• Inner Ear Disorders: Conditions like labyrinthitis or Meniere's disease can increase the risk of developing BPPV.
• Prolonged Bed Rest: Extended periods of lying down, such as during recovery from an illness or surgery, can cause the otoconia to shift and lead to BPPV.
• Auto accident: Due to whiplash of your cervical spine.

Symptoms of Hip and Leg Pain

• Vertigo: A spinning or whirling sensation, often triggered by changes in head position, such as turning over in bed, looking up, or bending down.
• Dizziness: A feeling of lightheadedness or unsteadiness, which may accompany the vertigo.
• Nausea: A queasy or upset stomach, which can occur due to the spinning sensation caused by vertigo.
• Loss of Balance: Difficulty maintaining balance, especially when standing or walking, which can increase the risk of falls.
• Nystagmus: Rapid, uncontrollable eye movements, typically side-to-side, that may occur during episodes of vertigo.

Treatment and at Home Remedies

• Exercises: We can show you a specific at home test and maneuver to help resolve your BPPV
• Chiropractic Adjustment: this will increase cervical motion and decrease inflammation