Vertigo and Dizziness Care in Colorado Springs
The room spins the moment you tip your head back at the hairdresser. Or maybe you feel unsteady just getting out of bed. When dizziness keeps returning, even simple movements can start to feel unpredictable. And after a while, you may find yourself avoiding certain activities altogether.
At Satori Spinal Wisdom, LLC, we take time to look at your symptoms, movement patterns, and spinal health to better understand what may be going on.
Your Balance Depends on More Than Your Inner Ear
Your sense of balance relies on information from your inner ears, eyes, muscles, joints, and nervous system. Your brain brings these signals together to help you stay oriented as you move.
BPPV, which involves displaced crystals in the inner ear, is one common cause of vertigo. Neck-related problems may also affect balance in some people. That’s why we consider how your neck and spine are moving alongside your symptoms.
Why We Look Beyond Your Neck
Think of your spine like the hinges on a door. When one area isn’t moving comfortably, other areas may have to work harder. Your neck, for example, supports a head weighing roughly 10 to 15 pounds!
During your assessment, we consider factors such as:
- Long-standing neck and shoulder tension
- Previous injuries, falls, or sports impacts
- Posture and movement habits
- Jaw tension or clenching
- Physical demands from military service or heavy equipment
- Exposure to loud noise or frequent vibration
All these details help us get a fuller picture of your health, without assuming your dizziness is necessarily coming from your spine.
When Movement Starts to Feel Unpredictable
Vertigo may make the room seem to spin when you look up or roll over in bed. Dizziness can feel different, perhaps like lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or difficulty focusing.
It’s understandable to become cautious when certain movements repeatedly trigger symptoms. You may even find yourself planning around the possibility of another episode.
A Closer Look at Your Spine and Movement
Our chiropractor, Dr. Audrey Siow, DC, starts by listening. When did the symptoms begin? What seems to bring them on? Have you had any previous evaluations or treatment? From there, she assesses your spine, posture, and the way you walk. X-rays are recommended only when clinically indicated.
NetworkSpinal® uses light contacts along specific areas of the spine rather than forceful adjustments. Our approach focuses on spinal movement, areas of tension, and how your body responds to care.
What Can You Expect From Care?
Our goal is to help you better understand your spinal health and movement patterns. We can’t promise that chiropractic care will resolve vertigo, particularly when symptoms stem from an inner ear or neurological condition.
We’ll check in along the way to see how you’re doing and make changes to your care plan as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can chiropractic care help if I’ve been diagnosed with BPPV?
Is NetworkSpinal care gentle enough for a sensitive neck?
Take a Closer Look at Your Balance Concerns
If recurring dizziness is changing how you move through your day, we’d welcome the opportunity to hear your story. Contact Satori Spinal Wisdom, LLC to schedule an assessment.
