Can Chiropractic Help Vertigo? What You Should Know

Vertigo is more than just dizziness, it’s the unsettling sensation that the room is spinning, often accompanied by imbalance, nausea, or difficulty focusing. Many people ask: Can chiropractic help with vertigo? The answer is yes, in certain cases.

Common Causes of Vertigo

• Inner ear issues, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)

• Nervous system irritation or miscommunication

• Neck injuries or dysfunction (sometimes called cervicogenic vertigo)

• Poor posture or spinal misalignment that affects balance signals

How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Chiropractors don’t treat vertigo directly, but they address spinal and nervous system function, which plays a key role in balance. If the joints in your neck aren’t moving properly, this can interfere with signals between your body and brain. Gentle chiropractic adjustments restore motion, reduce tension, and may help your body process balance information more effectively.

What to Expect at a Visit
Your chiropractor will first assess your history and symptoms to rule out causes that require medical attention. If your vertigo is related to neck or spinal issues, adjustments, posture correction, and gentle exercises may help reduce episodes and improve stability.

“When patients come in with vertigo, our first step is identifying whether it’s coming from the neck or inner ear. If it’s spine-related, adjustments can make a meaningful difference in restoring balance.” — Dr. Michael Atunzu

FAQs

Can a chiropractor cure vertigo?
Chiropractors don’t cure vertigo, but they can help if it’s linked to spinal or neck dysfunction.

What type of vertigo can chiropractic help?
Cervicogenic vertigo (neck-related) and some posture-related balance issues may respond well to chiropractic adjustments.

Is chiropractic safe for vertigo?
Yes. Gentle adjustments are safe and can support the body’s natural balance systems.

How long does it take to see results?
Some patients notice improvement after a few visits, while others need ongoing care.

Should I see a medical doctor too?
Yes. Since vertigo has multiple causes, it’s best to work with both your chiropractor and primary care doctor to rule out serious conditions.