comprehensive guide, vertigo relief in EscondidoHaving vertigo is not a very pleasant feeling, especially if you don’t know why you experience it in the first place. Dr. Ray Rickards of Rickards Precision Chiropractic and Wellness recognizes this issue, so we thought of creating a comprehensive guide on coping with vertigo attacks. Hopefully, this can help you achieve vertigo relief in Escondido and maintain good health.

 

Vertigo is A Symptom

Contrary to popular belief, vertigo is not a condition on its own. Despite the debilitating discomfort it inflicts on its sufferers, vertigo is merely a symptom. Studies explain vertigo primarily stems from inner ear problems but can sometimes develop because of nervous system malfunction. 

Hence, it’s imperative to get a medical perspective of your symptom before seeking vertigo relief in Escondido. By identifying what causes your spinning sensations, you can determine what specific treatment or procedure you need to consider when creating your patient care plan.

Unfortunately, diagnosing the root cause of recurring vertigo is tricky. Having the initial concern as the only specific symptom, you might need several diagnostic tests to ascertain the diagnosis.  

These tests primarily focus on your visual (eyes), vestibular (inner ear), and somatosensory systems (feet reflex and pressure sensors). Some examples of these tests include the following:

  • Electronystagmography (ENG)
  • Videonystagmography (VNG)
  • Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential (VEMP)
  • Posturography
  • Rotation Test
  • Blood Work
  • Vision Tests
  • Hearing Tests
  • Allergy Tests

 

Conditions Maybe Triggering Your Vertigo

There is no shortage of possible conditions that can cause vertigo. Below are the most common conditions that are potentially triggering your vertigo.

#1. BPPV

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo or positional vertigo occurs because of the inner ear’s displaced otoliths of the calcium crystals. The displaced crystals interrupt signal transmission between your brain and vestibular system. It causes various symptoms including vertigo attacks, nausea, vomiting, and unsteadiness. Notably, the symptoms surface when you make sudden head or upper body movements, such as getting out of bed or tilting your head when viewing your phone.

#2. Vestibular neuritis

Vestibular neuritis is the inflammation of the vestibular nerve located in your inner ear. The vestibular nerve is the cranial nerve that connects the ear to the brain. It is responsible for transmitting balance and sound information between the two systems. Notably, vestibular neuritis can get triggered by different types of viral infections. That means that even common flu can potentially cause this vestibular problem. 

#3. Labyrinthitis

Labyrinthitis is another condition rooting from a balance disruption in the inner ear that mainly includes the vestibular and cochlear nerves. These two nerves can get irritated by disease-causing viruses and bacteria. Fortunately, the symptoms of labyrinthitis disappear slowly as the infection fades. 

#4. Meniere’s Disease

Meniere’s disease is another vestibular condition that develops because of (endolymph) fluid build-up in the eustachian tubes. Studies often associate this condition with cervical subluxation or neck bone shifting. The displaced upper neck bones can impede fluid drainage in the ear and trigger Meniere’s disease symptoms such as tinnitus and ear congestion.

#5. Head Injury

Whether known or not, an injury in the head can cause vertigo, especially if the blow causes cervical bone subluxation. Displaced cervical neck bones can press your vestibulocochlear nerves and brainstem and disrupt your brain’s normal operations. If you previously hurt yourself in a sporting event or car collision, we strongly suggest seeking upper cervical chiropractic care. This will help you assess your C1 and C2 bones and determine if they still align properly with your head. 

Typical Options to Relieve Vertigo Attacks

There is no specific treatment for vertigo, given that it is a symptom; doctors prescribe medicines or refer patients to try certain procedures. 

If your spinning sensations occur because of inflammation or infection, you might benefit from prescribed antibiotics, antihistamines, or diuretics. On the one hand, if your symptoms seem to happen because of displaced otolith crystals, we suggest exploring The Epley Maneuver.

Besides these remedies, you can also tap into the following options to prevent your vertigo attacks from completely ruining your daily routine: 

  • Semont-Toupet maneuver
  • Brandt-Daroff exercise
  • Stress management
  • Yoga 
  • Tai chi
  • Gingko Biloba supplements
  • Vitamin D and magnesium supplements
  • Upper cervical chiropractic

Experience Lasting Vertigo Relief in Escondido

Upper cervical care is a technique proven helpful in relieving vertigo attacks regardless of the main trigger. Dr. Rickards has helped thousands of patients experience lasting vertigo relief in Escondido through C1 and C2 bone adjustments. 

As we have mentioned earlier, a neck bone misalignment can cause an imbalance between the nervous and vestibular systems. The bones can also affect other things such as brainstem function, eustachian tube drainage, and blood flow to the head. 

Chiropractic care is the best solution for recurring vertigo for the locals of Escondido and its surrounding areas. It is drug-free and helps reduce the recurrence of vertigo. It also helps resolve other underlying health issues caused by nerve-function disruptions and problems in body parts connected to the spine.

If you suffer from chronic vertigo and prefer a natural solution to your problem, visit Rickards Precision Chiropractic & Wellness. Dr. Rickards uses the Blair technique, a branch of upper cervical care specializing in running comprehensive neck x-ray examinations to provide tailored chiropractic adjustments.

You may book your appointment with us via phone at (760) 745-1511 or through our online form. We are open every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 am to 6 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

 

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