What is cervicogenic dizziness?

Cervicogenic dizziness is a disorder where dizziness originates from problems in your upper cervical spine (neck). This condition affects 7.5% of all dizziness cases, yet it’s often overlooked by traditional medical evaluations.

Do these symptoms sound familiar?

You may have cervicogenic dizziness if you experience:

(1) Dizziness triggered by neck movement or holding certain head positions
(2) Imbalance that feels like being intoxicated or “drunk”
(3) Neck pain and stiffness lasting at least three months
(4) Accompanying headaches that come and go with the dizziness
(5) Symptoms that last minutes to hours after neck movement

The pattern that reveals the cause.

When your neck pain decreases, your dizziness improves too. This direct connection proves that your balance problems aren’t coming from your inner ear, they’re coming from your neck.

People with cervicogenic dizziness commonly report feeling dizzy when they:

(1) Turn their head quickly
(2) Look up or down for extended periods
(3) Hold awkward neck positions
(4) Experience increased neck tension or pain

Cervicogenic dizziness is classified as a disabling condition that can dramatically affect your quality of life. The unpredictable nature of dizzy spells creates:

– Fear of driving or being alone
– Anxiety about when symptoms will strike
– Dependence on family members for transportation and support
– Avoidance of normal activities due to balance concerns

Why traditional testing often results empty?

Many people with cervicogenic dizziness have been told “everything looks normal” after standard dizziness testing. That’s because most doctors focus on the inner ear and brain, not the neck.

When your upper cervical spine is misaligned, it can disrupt the delicate balance signals sent to your brain, creating dizziness that won’t show up on traditional vestibular tests.

Your upper cervical spine houses critical balance and spatial orientation mechanisms. When the top vertebrae in your neck become misaligned, they can interfere with:

(1) Nerve signals controlling balance and coordination
(2) Blood flow to balance centers in your brain
(3) Muscle reflexes that help maintain equilibrium
(4) Sensory input that tells your brain where your head is in space

Get your upper cervical spine evaluated.

If you’ve been told your dizziness is “unexplained” or you’ve noticed a connection between your neck and balance problems, you need an upper cervical spine evaluation.

Many patients discover that correcting their neck alignment eliminates the dizziness that has been controlling their lives.

Schedule your upper cervical evaluation today and find out if your neck is the missing piece to your dizziness.