Vertigo is more than just dizziness. For patients who experience it regularly, the sudden sensation that the room is spinning can be disorienting, frightening, and significantly disruptive to daily life. Acupuncture has a well-documented history of helping patients manage vertigo symptoms, and at Stiso Chiropractic, Acupuncture & Massage Therapy in Manasquan, NJ our licensed acupuncturists offer a natural, drug-free approach to vertigo relief that addresses the underlying imbalances driving the condition.
What Is Vertigo?
Vertigo is the sensation of spinning or movement when you are actually still. It is a symptom rather than a diagnosis in itself, meaning it is produced by an underlying condition that needs to be identified for treatment to be effective.
The most common causes of vertigo include:
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, known as BPPV, which occurs when small calcium crystals in the inner ear become displaced
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Meniere's disease, a disorder of the inner ear that causes episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus
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Vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis, inflammation of the inner ear or its nerves
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Cervicogenic vertigo, which originates from dysfunction in the cervical spine rather than the inner ear
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Migraine associated vertigo
Understanding the source of vertigo is essential to choosing the right treatment approach.
How Acupuncture Helps Vertigo
Acupuncture addresses vertigo through several mechanisms depending on the underlying cause. It improves circulation to the inner ear and surrounding structures, which supports the health of the vestibular system. It reduces inflammation that may be contributing to inner ear dysfunction. It calms the nervous system, which plays a significant role in how the brain processes and responds to vestibular signals. And it addresses the stress and anxiety that vertigo episodes frequently produce and perpetuate.
Many patients who have not found adequate relief from medication or vestibular rehabilitation alone find acupuncture a valuable addition to their treatment approach. Sessions take place in a private room in a calm, comfortable environment specifically designed to support relaxation and healing.
What to Expect
Our licensed acupuncturists begin with a thorough consultation to understand your vertigo history, frequency and duration of episodes, and any associated symptoms before developing a personalized treatment plan. Most patients require a series of treatments to achieve meaningful and lasting results. Some notice improvement after just a few sessions while others with more complex or longstanding conditions benefit from a longer course of care.
Why Choose Our Practice for Vertigo
Our acupuncturists are trained in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean acupuncture styles and bring a broad range of clinical tools to conditions like vertigo that do not always respond to a single approach. Every session is private, unhurried, and tailored to your specific situation.
Ready to Get Started?
If vertigo is disrupting your daily life in Manasquan, Wall Township, or the surrounding Monmouth County area, our licensed acupuncturists are ready to help.
Call us at (732) 528-7746 or click the button below to get started. New patients are always welcome.