Vertigo: How a Chiropractor Can Help

Vertigo is a disturbing symptom that people can experience. If you are concerned that you may have experienced vertigo, Powell Chiropractic Center would like to provide some information about what it is, and how it can be treated by seeing our chiropractor in Knoxville.

What Is Vertigo?

Vertigo isn't actually a medical condition, but a symptom. The word describes any time someone experiences spinning or their surrounding environment as spinning. Numerous causes can lead to vertigo. The severity of vertigo can vary, ranging from infrequent and mildly annoying to severe, causing debilitating problems. Feelings of vertigo are often associated with:

• feeling sick
• dizziness
• losing balance
• headache
• ringing in the ears
• sweating
• swaying
• vomiting

Vertigo has numerous causes and if you're experiencing it, it's a good idea to make an appointment with your GP to rule out any serious medical conditions. Many of the conditions have to do with the inner ear, as that is where your sense of balance is controlled. It could be an inner ear infection or a condition called Meniere’s disease. There are other common causes of vertigo, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) that is caused by a buildup of calcium stones in the inner ear.

How a Chiropractor Can Help with Vertigo

In the instance of BPPV, the main treatment is a series of head movements called the Epley maneuver that can help clear the pathways of the inner ear, restoring the sense of balance. Manipulation is another technique that can be very effective in treating vertigo, depending on the kind.

The Advantages of Using a Chiropractic Neurologist

A chiropractic neurologist has a specialization in his or her chiropractic practice and has completed an additional three years studying that subject. Because a chiropractic neurologist is specially trained, they are qualified to diagnose vertigo, meaning that if you experience spinning, they can be your first stop.

The First Step to Treatment Is Calling Our Chiropractor in Knoxville

When you're looking for a chiropractic neurologist in Knoxville, look no further than Powell Chiropractic Center. At Powell Chiropractic Center we treat vertigo as well as a wide variety of other conditions. We're here to help determine the cause of your vertigo and provide treatment to deal with it. Schedule an appointment by calling us today at (865) 938-8700.