Cervicogenic Dizziness
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What Is Cervicogenic Dizziness?
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What Are The Symptoms?
Where typical vertigo gives you the sensation of spinning, Cervicogenic Dizziness is more closely associated with the feeling of floating. It can be triggered by neck movement.
Cervicogenic Dizziness is commonly characterised by disorientation, lightheadedness, head/neck pain, stiffness, and a limited range of motion. However, symptoms such as balance problems, lack of coordination, visual fatigue, nausea, and vomiting have been reported. Some people experience a sense of unsteadiness and imbalance, creating difficulty walking.
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What Causes Cervicogenic Dizziness?
Cervicogenic Dizziness is caused by the neck and, specifically, the nerves at the top of the neck that control the balance centres of the brain. When there is a misalignment or lack of motion in the neck joints and bones, it can obstruct or interfere with the vital functions of those nerves and cause dizziness.
The mechanism is the disruption of the normal proprioceptive signals from the neck to the nervous system, the brain, and the body, which are essential for maintaining balance and awareness of where one is in space.
Cervicogenic dizziness is more commonly seen in individuals who have/had:
- Poor posture
- Arthritis of the neck and degenerative changes like cervical spondylosis.
- Inflammation
- Whiplash, head or neck injury
- Muscle strain
- Injured disc of the neck
It’s also important to note that stress and anxiety can be a key trigger which creates a lack of motion in the neck joints.
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What To Do When Cervicogenic Dizziness Don’t Subside?
If you’ve ever experienced cervicogenic dizziness, then you know deeply this condition interferes with your everyday life.
It starts as disorientation, and then you may feel like you’re swaying, and all you can do is lie down because as soon as you go to move, it gets worse.
Any sudden neck movement or stressor has the potential to trigger one, and you can only wait for it to subside because you know you can’t get anything done through cervicogenic dizziness symptoms.
Your whole life becomes increasingly difficult, if not impossible, to:
- Go to work or perform your job
- Drive your car or go to the shops
- Manage chores around the house
- Care for your kids or grandkids
- Engage in exercise or sports
- Travel or be out with friends
- Enjoy your hobbies and passions
You try everything you can think of to find relief, but the problem persists and feels like disorientation you never know when will come on.
If this sounds familiar to you, let me explain why this is happening.
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The Key To Breaking The Cycle
The usual problem people run into is something we call “The Loop.”
This is the constant research, action, failure cycle that seems to stay stuck on repeat as you work your way through:
Medications
Physical therapy
Risk aversion and stopping doing certain activities or movements
Searching for advice online
Seeking help groups
Unspecific general Neck manipulation
And so many more
Each time you try something new, the pain persists or can even get worse.
The most worrying aspect of this cycle is its toll on our physical, emotional, and chemical bodies.
Repeated Physical Stress can increase the risk of further damage.
Repeated Emotional Stress can lower the efficiency of our immune system.
Repeated Chemical Stress from our medications can cause dangerous inflammation.
In reality, treating with painkillers might actually leave you feeling even worse off than you did before and trigger medication overuse headaches.
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The Potential Hidden Dangers Of Treating With Medications
You’re tired of reviewing all the self-help options; you’ve exhausted the list of possibilities, so you contacted your GP, who may have referred you to a specialist.
But even then, you’re told the only option you have for true relief is increasingly stronger medications.
The main reason is that the underlying cause of cervicogenic dizziness can vary widely from person to person, making the source more difficult to pinpoint without a specialist.
So you either walk away with a vague diagnosis or simple directions to “just take these medications and try this exercise.” This inevitably leads to being prescribed stronger medications But continuously taking painkillers can set off an entirely new wave of health problems.
So you either walk away with a vague diagnosis or simple directions to “just take these medications and try this exercise.” This inevitably leads to being prescribed stronger medications But continuously taking painkillers can set off an entirely new wave of health problems.
Such as:
- Changes to Heart Rhythm
- Brain impairment
- Fatigue
- Weight gain
- Depression
- Sleep disturbances
- And More
The key to avoiding these potential complications is to seek out the root cause and correct it without relying solely on medication.
Which is exactly what we can offer you.
Who Are We & How Can We Help?
We are Life Balance Chiropractic, the UK’s #1 family-friendly care provider for exceptional patient excellence.
Our goal is to make your body a better place to live in.
In short, our business is the successful treatment of your cervicogenic dizziness.
Whether it’s:
- From the neck joints, muscles or nerves
- Or an unknown cause
We can correct it long-term for you.
We do this by offering a very detailed health history and physical examination. This may include x-rays to identify underlying neck problems and how long they have been there and rule out anything else and other causes of dizziness and vertigo.
Care usually involves specific corrective chiropractic care and chiropractic adjustments combined with massage therapy through our proven process, as well as spinal remodelling carried out by expert practitioners that make up the life balance difference. To support your healing at home, we also have a database of over 1000 exercises and stretches, and we combine these with spinal remodelling exercises to improve the shape of your spine and create better long-term spinal alignment for you.
Cervicogenic dizziness is caused by a problem with the neck’s muscles, nerves, and joints and how they interact; we specialise in this, so you are in the right hands with us.
Our goal is for you to get your life back.
As one of the top multi-award-winning clinics for chiropractic treatment, we ensure a high level of care in patient satisfaction and customer experience.
It is important for us to connect with our patients on a personal level.
That’s why our experienced international team does everything we can to create a pleasant and custom-tailored experience, delivering the best quality care for each unique patient need Every time.
What We Treat
Cervicogenic Dizziness Treatment To Reclaim The Enjoyment In Your Life:
Our Proven Process
Our 4-Step Cervicogenic Dizziness Treatment Solution For You
Our healing practice is based on a unique 4-step system to ensure you get the best care unique to YOU.
Consult - Your Comfort Is Our Top Priority
DISCOVER - WE DON’T GUESS, WE TEST
This is when we gather the most powerful data about your symptoms and how they connect with your neck, shoulders and the rest of your spine and body. We check your nerves, muscles and joints to discover the underlying cause of your cervicogenic dizziness through our comprehensive structural and nervous system proprietary assessment.
REPORT - WE ANALYSE OUR RESULTS WITH YOU
Patient education is an important aspect of the experience. We take as much time as needed to review the results and answer any of your concerns or questions.
You are not obligated to work with us at this point, but we will give you expert recommendations for a custom-tailored action plan.
CARE - ACTIONING YOUR TRANSFORMATION
If you decide we are a good fit, our professional chiropractors and massage therapists, with decades of clinical experience, will support your health goals and transformation at every step.
The care is painless, and it will free up the locked-up joints, nerves, and muscles, restoring a state of ease, unlocking comfort, reducing pain and pressure, and restoring freedom of motion long term. We also ensure you get specific personalised exercises and stretches to help yourself at home.
Alleviate The Cervicogenic Dizziness For Good
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Based on 118 reviewsEXCELLENT Based on 131 reviews Pete Thank you Life Balance. I have been seeing Harrison and Kayla on a regular basis now. Compared to my starting point of not being able to work, drive or even sit comfortably, with the combination of adjustments and sports massage, I am now back to work. I appreciate all your support and I am really grateful to be able to carry on working within a short period of time. When attending an appointment there is always a warm welcome from everyone at reception and the rest of the Life Balance team. Joanne Jenkinson After experiencing chronic headaches/migraines I took advantage of the introductory offer in June. The team are fabulous and really care about their clients. They are really thorough and each plan is tailored to your needs. The headaches are gone, I can’t explain how incredible that is. My posture is improving, I am less hunched and my breathing at night has improved so I don’t snore. Overall mood has improved too which has a positive effect on the whole family. I’m still receiving treatment and I can’t wait to see my progress at my next review. ANNA WAN I initially came across the world of chiropractic care after seeing some videos online and reading about the benefits people were experiencing, so I decided to find a practice close to me in Poole and after a quick google search I found Life Balance Chiropractic. I initially went to Life Balance to see a chiropractor for sciatica which was affecting my driving and for pain in my hips after glandular fever. However, I had been reading about the benefits having adjustments could have on a person's mental health and coincidentally, I was also signed off work with exhaustion and as a result my mental health had taken a knock. I explained all of this to Harrison the chiropractor and he felt that positive change was possible both physically and mentally for me. To say I was nervous would be an understatement, I grew up with a mother who told me chiropractors were dangerous and to be avoided, but Harrison was very patient and explained things before doing them. The first adjustment appointment went well and at the second, I was asked if I had experienced any changes positive or negative. Well, my menstrual cycle had been kick started for the first time in about 7 years which was quite a shock initially, but after speaking with another chiropractor, Olivia, who explained that this was a good thing and that my body was responding well, I felt more positive. During the second session, Harrison said he was going to do an adjustment on my neck that would "wake me up". In the days that followed, I began reading for leisure for the first time in over a decade. It had always been an activity I enjoyed, but as my mental health had became more medication dependent, I found that when I read a novel, my eyes couldn't focus on the page and the words danced around and I certainly couldn't take the words in so I moved over to audio books. The last time I had tried was just a couple of months ago and still couldn't read the way I wanted to. This has been an unexpected and joyous improvement to my life that's come from the adjustments and I can't thank Harrison enough. Physically, I have minimal pain in both my hips now and the sciatica isn't occurring as often. I'm only 5 sessions into 24, so with so much improvement in a short space of time, I'm excited to see what will happen at the end of the 24. Mary South Extremely thorough and knowledgeable. Friendly relaxing environment. Recommended Aileen Elder Both the Chiropractor, Harrison, and Kayla, doing the massage treatments have helped me greatly with my lower back pain and I wish I had come earlier. I would recommend them to everyone. Marguerite Veale I have been come since 2020 for chronic back pain, also neck and plus very bad debilitating migraines, my medication wasn’t helping and neither was seeing a physio. I could only walk very short distance. Initially I was seen weekly. But within a short period my migraines had gone I was able to stop taking the medication for that. My back neck and shoulder pain has taken longer because of arthritis , and a few set backs with falls and illnesses. I am now on a maintenance plan although I have to walk using a rollator I can walk much further. I have to stop and start, but I am able to enjoy life again. Also with aid of the pain management I am reducing my pain relief. I also very much recommend the massage the combination is so beneficial. All the staff are so helpful and friendly. My problems will never be cured but this what keeps me moving and enjoying life again. Thank you so much especially Josh for all your help and future help. Lisa Shakespeare I contacted Life Balance with back pain I'd never had before. I knew it wouldn't be a "quick fix" due to an old back injury, but I am already seeing results and moving more easily. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Dr Jack has been great, explaining every stage of my treatment and answering questions have. Belinda Stuebinger I came in with bad and constant face pain as no one else seemed to be able to help. Within only 3 weeks of getting adjustments, I have seen significant improvements to my pain and my quality of life in general. The receptionist team is easily the loveliest I have ever met and I'm always greeted with a smile when I come in. Harrison has been fantastic explaining what exactly isn't right with my spine and how we can fix it. It's been only 3 weeks and he's done an amazing job! If you're looking for a competent and friendly chiropractor with a comfortable environment, look no further! Jamie Drennan I have had a great experience with Life Balance , starting with my daughter who was seen from age of 5 weeks old , listened and treated with care and changed her within the first visit. I have had back problems for years which have been managed but never resolved . I had a full assessment with xray. Full explanation with results and the best treatment to get me on my journey for pain free and more movement. Having a 4 month old baby and other children being in constant pain was exhausting . I am half way through treatment and feeling more positive and more comfortable. I never have any problem moving my appointments to fit in and around my busy life. Which Is so helpful . Thank you so far to everyone who is treating me . Lou x Mason Bonner Life Balance Chiropractic have a great, super friendly front of house team. Harrison was super knowledgeable, very professional and most of all, very very good at what he does. Would definitely recommend!
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