Vertigo
Frequently Suffering From Vertigo In Portland
Do you have vertigo or dizziness in Portland? Often, our doctors at West Portland Chiropractic have patients who enter the office with complaints of dizziness. Many of these patients have tried other health care providers with little relief. Surprisingly, many of these patients report having received little information about what is causing their dizziness (vertigo) and the best available treatments. Contact us to see how chiropractic care can help.
Many people who report feeling dizzy are actually referring to two different situations. Sometimes people say that they feel dizzy when they actually mean that they feel like they are going to pass out/faint and others say they feel dizzy when they perceive objects around them spinning and moving.
Vertigo In Portland
At West Portland Chiropractic, we commonly see vertigo caused by issues such as migraines, chronic ear infections, poor blood flow to the brain, or injuries from car accidents. However, the most frequent cause is misalignments in the neck vertebrae. While these causes may seem unrelated, they all affect the body’s ability to maintain balance. Vertigo often results from disrupted signals in the nervous system that confuse the brain and lead to dizziness. Our chiropractors focus on restoring proper nervous system function to help stabilize balance and relieve symptoms effectively.
Key Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore with Vertigo
If you’re experiencing vertigo, understanding the associated symptoms can help identify whether it’s a minor issue or something more serious. Here are four important signs to watch out for:
Balance and Coordination Issues
Struggling to stay steady while walking, frequently losing balance, or experiencing sudden unsteadiness could indicate more than simple dizziness
Cognitive and Emotional Symptoms
Trouble concentrating, constant fatigue, or feeling mentally foggy are common complaints among vertigo sufferers, often overlooked but critical to address for full recovery.
Visual and Auditory Disturbances
Blurry or double vision, ringing in the ears, or difficulty hearing (especially on one side) often accompany vertigo and suggest deeper neurological or inner ear issues.
Nausea and Sensory Sensitivity
Unexplained nausea, sensitivity to motion (like sea-sickness), or light-headedness might point to vestibular imbalance, commonly linked with neck misalignment or inner ear issues.