Symptom
Dizziness & Vertigo
Spinning, lightheadedness, or feeling off-balance
Spinning sensations, lightheadedness, or balance problems that can stem from upper cervical nervous system stress.
By Dr. Logan Swaim · Last updated August 12, 2026
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About Dizziness & Vertigo
Dizziness and vertigo aren't the same thing, even though people often use the words interchangeably. Vertigo is the specific sensation that you or the room is spinning. Dizziness is broader — lightheadedness, unsteadiness, woozy feelings. Both involve the body's balance system, which depends on the inner ear, the eyes, and the joint receptors in the upper cervical spine all working together.
When the upper cervical region (C1-C3) gets restricted or misaligned, it disrupts the proprioceptive information your brain uses to know where your head is in space. That mismatch is one of the most common drivers of cervicogenic dizziness — and one of the most overlooked, because conventional workups focus on the inner ear.
Our team starts with a neurological evaluation that tests cervical proprioception alongside balance. From there, gentle upper-cervical chiropractic care often makes a meaningful difference. We also coordinate with your physician when an inner-ear cause (BPPV, vestibular neuritis) needs to be ruled out.
The Nervous System Map
What this can be connected to
Per traditional chiropractic philosophy plus the patterns we see clinically, dizziness & vertigo is often associated with these regions or systems. Click any to read more.
Spinal regions
When To Seek Medical Care
Talk to your doctor first if…
Sudden severe dizziness with slurred speech, weakness, or facial droop — go to the ER. Dizziness with hearing loss should be evaluated by an ENT. Otherwise persistent dizziness deserves a thorough workup.
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This page is educational, not medical advice. Always consult your medical doctor for serious health concerns; chiropractic care complements but doesn't replace primary medical care.
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