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Dizziness — feeling lightheaded, unsteady, or off-balance — is a symptom with many causes, including cervical spine dysfunction that chiropractic care directly addresses. Our evaluation identifies whether your dizziness is spinal in origin.
Dizziness is a broad term encompassing lightheadedness, unsteadiness, pre-syncope, and the spinning sensation of vertigo. Unlike true vertigo, general dizziness often arises from autonomic imbalances, reduced cerebral blood flow, or proprioceptive errors from the cervical spine. Cervicogenic dizziness specifically results from abnormal afferent signals from the upper cervical joint receptors, which confuse the brain's spatial orientation system. Poor posture, whiplash, and chronic upper cervical subluxation are common contributors. Addressing the cervical spine often resolves this type of dizziness effectively.
For dizziness that is cervicogenic in origin, Dr. Foss focuses on the upper cervical spine and craniosacral system. SOT atlas and axis corrections restore normal proprioceptive signaling from the neck to the vestibular and visual systems. Craniosacral evaluation identifies any restrictions at the occiput and temporal bones that may be perpetuating symptoms. Patients with cervicogenic dizziness typically see improvement within a few weeks of consistent upper cervical care. A thorough history and examination helps distinguish spinal dizziness from other causes that may require additional co-management.
At Pura Vida Chiropractic, Dr. Foss uses Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) — a gentle, category-based system that addresses the spine, pelvis, and craniosacral rhythm as one integrated unit. SOT restores proper biomechanics, reduces nerve interference, and creates the neurological environment your body needs to heal itself.
For many patients, combining spinal correction with regenerative therapies produces faster and more lasting results. Depending on your condition, Dr. Foss may incorporate one or more of the following:
Photobiomodulation with a 10–15W Class IV laser delivers therapeutic light energy deep into tissue, reducing inflammation, blocking pain signals, and speeding healing at the cellular level.
Pura Vida Chiropractic is a family-friendly, bilingual (English/Spanish) clinic serving San Antonio, TX. Dr. Dan Foss is trained in Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT), a comprehensive chiropractic system that addresses the whole body — not just the area of pain. We combine hands-on spinal correction with the latest regenerative technology to help patients resolve the root cause of their condition rather than masking symptoms.
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Chronic dizziness without true vertigo (no spinning sensation) often originates from cervicogenic patterns at C1–C3, where proprioceptive signaling to the brain becomes disrupted by joint dysfunction. Other drivers include cranial bone restriction, postural blood pressure changes, dehydration, medication side effects, and central nervous system patterns that require medical workup.
Dr. Foss assesses upper cervical alignment, cranial bone position, and proprioceptive function. SOT restores the upper cervical pattern that supplies the bulk of head-position information to the brain, and cranial work addresses temporal and sphenoid restriction. Most cervicogenic dizziness improves within several visits.
Cervicogenic dizziness typically improves within 4–8 visits. Stable resolution usually develops over 10–16 visits across 6–10 weeks. Persistent dizziness with neurological symptoms warrants central workup before continuing conservative care.
Yes — SOT uses no rotational cervical adjustments, which is the technique sometimes raised as a vertigo or dizziness concern. Dr. Foss screens for vascular and central causes before treatment and refers when red flags suggest something other than musculoskeletal dizziness.
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