New Research Sheds Light on Vertigo and Balance

Recent research reporting on a woman suffering from chronic, severe vertigo, headaches and neck pain following a car accident reveals that chiropractic may play an important role in these types of problems. The research, reported in the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research also includes a review of the scientific literature and a detailed description of why chiropractic can help.

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“Research is revealing that there is a relationship between structural abnormalities in the spine, the nervous system and various parts of the brain” stated Dr. Matthew McCoy, a chiropractor, public health researcher and editor of the journal that published the study. “Basic science research shows that the proper functioning of the brain and its ability to coordinate movement and balance relies on proper structure and movement of the spine from an early age.” 

Research has shown not only that the brain relies on normal structural integrity and joint movement, but that complex neurological communication and pathways involved in helping humans balance and orient themselves in space are tied into spinal biomechanics and their related neurological pathways. 

“It makes perfect sense when you think about it” stated Dr. McCoy. “Vertigo, dizziness, coordination and balance disorders may be related to how the entire body communicates with the brain and the most critical area for this is the spine and the most critical area of the spine is the upper part of the neck.” 

According to McCoy “People’s nervous systems need the constant stimulation of movement in order to develop and function properly. Abnormal structural shifts can occur in the spine and these structural shifts can lead to obstruction of the nerves and it is this obstruction, called vertebral subluxations, that chiropractors correct. 

The woman reported on in this study had been suffering with extreme vertigo, severe headaches and neck pain for three years following a car accident. Nothing she had done helped. 

She was examined by a chiropractor who found abnormal structural shifts in her neck and back. These structural shifts can occur in the spine and lead to obstruction of the nerves. It is this obstruction, called vertebral subluxations, that chiropractors correct. 

Following chiropractic care the woman demonstrated improvements in all aspects of her presenting complaints. Not only were her symptoms markedly improved, but also her general mood was much more positive and cheery once her suffering had stopped. She was now able to maintain her balance and her extreme vertigo resolved along with her neck pain and headaches.

Contact Information: 

Matthew McCoy DC, MPH
Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research
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