Feeling dizzy, off balance, or like the room is spinning after a car accident? Vertigo and dizziness are common after a crash, and chiropractic care can often help when the cause is in your neck.
Why crashes cause dizziness
A collision can strain the upper neck and disrupt the signals your brain uses for balance, a problem called cervicogenic dizziness. It can also come with whiplash or a concussion. Symptoms include lightheadedness, unsteadiness, and spinning sensations, often worse with neck movement.
How a chiropractor helps
After an exam to find the source, care focuses on restoring normal motion and reducing irritation in the upper neck through gentle adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, and balance techniques. When dizziness points to a concussion, we coordinate the right care.
When to seek urgent care
Get prompt medical attention for severe or sudden vertigo with vomiting, double vision, slurred speech, weakness, or fainting, because those can signal something more serious.
Care at all three clinics
We offer same-day appointments in Oregon City, Milwaukie, and Troutdale, with licensed massage therapists on staff. After a car accident in Oregon, your PIP coverage usually pays for treatment with nothing out of pocket. Book a visit and we will get you in.
Common questions
Can a chiropractor help vertigo after a crash?
Often yes, when the dizziness is neck-related. Care starts after an exam to confirm the cause.
Why am I dizzy after a car accident?
A crash can strain the upper neck and disrupt balance, and dizziness can come with whiplash or concussion.
Is it serious?
It can be. Seek urgent care for severe vertigo with vomiting, vision or speech changes, weakness, or fainting.
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