Chiropractic Curavita Physiotherapy Wellness August 5, 2025

Understanding BPPV: Why You’re Dizzy and How Chiropractic Can Help

If you’ve ever rolled over in bed or looked up quickly and suddenly felt like the room was spinning, you’re not alone. You may be dealing with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV, one of the most common causes of vertigo. Learn how chiropractic care can help with BBPV at CURAVITA Health Group in Ottawa.

What Is BPPV?

BPPV is a disorder of the inner ear. It happens when tiny calcium crystals (called otoconia) break loose and move into the semicircular canals of the ear. These canals help control balance and motion. When the crystals interfere with that system, your brain gets mixed signals, and that’s when the dizziness, spinning, and nausea can hit.

Common symptoms include:

Sudden, brief episodes of vertigo triggered by head movements
Nausea or light-headedness
A sense that you or your surroundings are spinning (even when still)

It’s not dangerous, but it’s uncomfortable, and it can make everyday tasks difficult.

How Is BPPV Treated with Chiropractic care?

The most effective medical treatment is the Epley maneuver, a series of head and body movements designed to move the loose crystals out of the semicircular canal and back where they belong. This helps restore normal balance signals to the brain.

Where Does Chiropractic Come In with BBPV?

Chiropractic care can play a powerful role in both diagnosing and treating BPPV, especially when it’s misdiagnosed or when symptoms linger.

Here’s how:

Precise Assessment

Chiropractors are trained to evaluate balance disorders. We can perform positional tests (like the Dix-Hallpike maneuver) to confirm BPPV and rule out other causes of vertigo, such as neck joint dysfunction or vestibular issues.

Epley and Other Canalith Repositioning Techniques

Many chiropractors are trained in the Epley maneuver and similar techniques. These gentle, controlled movements can often resolve symptoms in just one or two sessions.

Neck and Spine Care

BPPV can sometimes coexist with cervicogenic dizziness, which comes from joint dysfunction in the neck. Chiropractic adjustments can help restore proper motion to the cervical spine, reduce tension, and improve blood flow — all of which support better balance and neurological function.

Postural and Vestibular Support

We also look at the whole picture: posture, muscle balance, and nervous system health. Exercises and lifestyle recommendations can support long-term recovery and reduce the risk of recurrence.

When to Seek Help

If you’re experiencing spinning sensations, especially when lying down, getting up, or turning your head, don’t just live with it. BPPV is very treatable, and the sooner you address it, the better. Chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, drug-free option if you are experiencing BPPV. Let us help you get your balance back – literally.

Want to know if your dizziness is BPPV? Book an appointment at CURAVITA and let’s find out. We’re here to help you stand steady again.