What Is Vertigo in Knoxville?
Vertigo is a horrible sensation of dizziness and loss of balance due to an inner ear problem. Vertigo is not just a passing spell of lightheadedness; it is more severe, and can often last for hours or days. During this time, sufferers will be completely debilitated.
Unfortunately, there is little that general healthcare providers can do to help with vertigo other than recommend you rest until it passes. Many patients are finding that upper cervical care is the best treatment for getting at the root cause of their vertigo spells.
Signs and Symptoms of Vertigo
Vertigo is mainly characterized by dizziness that is so severe that it may feel like you're moving, even when you're sitting perfectly still. You may feel like the very room you're in is spinning around you. For some people, this dizziness can be so severe that it makes them nauseous or causes vomiting. Some people experience feeling weak or faint.
The real danger of vertigo is that the loss of balance can impair hearing, and vision, and put one at risk of falling. Another risk is dehydration if vertigo causes vomiting.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Is Related to Vertigo
Generally, vertigo is considered an inner ear problem. The inner ear communicates with the brain via the nerves by sending signals to regulate balance and coordination. When you have an inner ear infection or condition that affects the inner ear, it can lead to vertigo.
The upper cervical spine is often behind inner ear problems. This part of the spine begins at the base of the skull, near the brain stem. In this area, there are clusters of nerves and eustachian tubes that lead to the ear to regulate airflow and balance.
When the vertebrae of the upper cervical are misaligned, it causes inflammation and swelling that can compress the nerves and tubes, disrupting their function.
How Our Vertigo Treatment Works in Knoxville
Correcting the spine can alleviate the swelling and inflammation, allowing the inner ear to function normally again. Dr. Bejian Shamloo, our upper cervical specialist at Upper Spine Knoxville, is an expert in correcting the spine to remove interferences that disrupt the body's normal function.
Dr. Shamloo's successful treatments in Knoxville stem from his use of the most advanced technological tools available to help him make accurate evaluations of your unique anatomy. With Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), advanced 3-D imaging diagnostic tools, and infrared thermography, the doctor can calculate any minute misalignments of the upper cervical spine. This allows him to make adjustments with more precision.
If you experience vertigo, you know what a horrible feeling it is. Don't wait for your next attack—have the cause of the problem corrected now to nip it in the bud. Contact Dr. Shamloo for a consultation. Our areas of coverage include Knoxville, Alcoa, Maryville, Farragut, Clinton, Oak Ridge, Sevierville, Lenoir City, Karns, Hardin Valley, Powell, Halls, and Fountain City in Tennessee, as well as the surrounding areas.
