Vertigo Treatment Programs
in Chandler, Gilbert, Phoenix, AZ
What is Vertigo?
Identifying Vertigo vs Dizziness
Vertigo is the sensation that either you or your environment is moving or spinning when no actual movement is occurring. This is different from general dizziness, which may feel more like lightheadedness, imbalance, or disorientation.
Vertigo occurs when the semicircular canals of the inner ear or parts of the brainstem and vestibular system send conflicting signals about balance and movement. This sensory mismatch can be both sudden (acute) or develop slowly over time, often leading to disturbing symptoms and changes in posture or coordination.
Common Signs and Symptoms of Vertigo
Vertigo can be frightening, disruptive, and even debilitating. You may have vertigo if you are experiencing:
Spinning sensation (nystagmus)
A feeling that the room is moving or rotating around you.
Nausea & vomiting
Often triggered by head movement or visual stimulation.
Difficulty driving or navigating busy environments
Grocery stores, parking lots, or crowded spaces may worsen symptoms.
Migraines & headaches
Often occur alongside dizziness and imbalance.
Neck pain & stiffness
Can contribute to incorrect signals being sent to the brain.
Lightheadedness when standing
Feeling faint when shifting from sitting to standing.
Hearing changes or tinnitus
Ringing or reduced hearing may accompany vestibular dysfunction.
Visual disturbances
Blurry vision, eye elevation differences, or difficulty focusing.
Unsteadiness when walking (gait ataxia)
Feeling off balance or disconnected from your body.
Emotional impact
Anxiety, confusion, or depression related to chronic vertigo.
If you’ve been experiencing any of these symptoms for more than 24 hours, it’s important to seek evaluation. At Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center, our doctors specialize in diagnosing the root cause of your vertigo—whether it’s related to head trauma, a sports injury, car accident, migraines, neck dysfunction, or other underlying neurological imbalances—and create individualized treatment programs to help you regain stability.
What Causes Vertigo and Dizziness?
There are many causes of vertigo, ranging from simple to complex. While Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is one of the most common and treatable types of vertigo, it may also stem from neurological, metabolic, or structural issues.
Common causes and contributors include:
Head injuries & concussions
(including sports or car accidents)
Vestibular dysfunction
(inner ear imbalance or unilateral weakness)
Eye muscle coordination problems
leading to abnormal eye movements.
Cervical/neck issues
that disrupt balance signals.
Cerebellar or brainstem deficits
which affect coordination.
Migraines and headache-related vertigo
Environmental factors
Such as mold exposure, toxins, heavy metals.
Metabolic triggers
Such as diet, lifestyle, or systemic imbalances.
Because vertigo can have many different causes, an accurate diagnosis is critical to creating an effective treatment plan.
Take the First Step Towards Relief
Treatment for Vertigo
at Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center in Chandler
Our clinic is Chandler’s only Chiropractic Neurology practice, offering advanced testing and personalized rehabilitation programs for vertigo and dizziness. We use state-of-the-art tools such as Videonystagmography, Saccadometry, and Dynamic Posturography to precisely evaluate where dysfunction is occurring.
Our goal is not just to help you get rid of vertigo symptoms, but to restore proper communication between your inner ear, eyes, brain, and postural muscles—helping you regain balance, confidence, and quality of life.
Programs We Offer
Vertigo / Dizziness Treatment in Chandler
Our Chandler office approach to vertigo treatment integrates a variety of evidence-based therapies, including:
Cognitive
Rehabilitation
focuses on improving memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
Therapeutic
Activities
addresses balance, coordination, and strength deficits.
Vestibular
Therapy
includes exercises for vertigo and balance retraining.
In addition to the therapies above, we also employ the following:
Neuroenergetics
Low-Level Laser Therapy stimulates the brain’s cellular energy production, promotes neuroplasticity, and enhances blood flow and cellular repair.
Brain Oxygenation
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy saturates the brain and body with oxygen, reducing inflammation while improving brain function, memory, and accelerated healing.
Metabolic Healing
Nutrition & Supplementation provides the exact nutrients they need for optimal repair and function, guided by comprehensive lab testing, and reduces systemic inflammation.
Network Resetting
Neurofeedback & Neurorehab retrains dysfunctional brainwave patterns to help improve focus, memory, and emotional regulation.
About Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center
Multidisciplinary Approach to Neurological Health
Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center is the premier integrative applied neurology and therapeutic laser center of Arizona, and a leading provider of Functional Neurology and Functional Medicine. Our clinicians work with patients suffering from complex neurological and metabolic disorders, including those who have seen multiple specialists with no lasting results.
Every patient deserves a personalized, root-cause approach to healing. Our non-invasive therapies are safe, innovative, science-backed, and designed to support long-term brain and body wellness.
Dr. Janine Crifasi
DC, CCST
Dr. Trevor Berry
DC, DACNB
Frequently Asked Questions About Vertigo
Why do I have vertigo? What causes it?
There are many reasons you might have vertigo, ranging from inner ear problems and head injuries to neck dysfunction or neurological imbalances. That’s why accurate testing and diagnosis are critical—so the correct treatment plan can be designed for your specific condition. Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center in Chandler offers expert evaluations to identify the root cause of your vertigo symptoms.
How long can vertigo last?
The duration of vertigo varies. Some people experience short episodes that last seconds to minutes (as with Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo – BPPV), while others may have dizziness that lingers for days, weeks, or even becomes chronic without proper treatment. Seeking evaluation is important if your symptoms last longer than 24 hours. Contact Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center in Chandler to schedule an evaluation today.
Can stress cause vertigo?
While stress may not directly cause vertigo, it can worsen symptoms. Stress and anxiety increase muscle tension, affect blood flow, and heighten your body’s sensitivity to imbalance—making dizziness and vertigo episodes more frequent or intense. If you continue to suffer from vertigo symptoms worsened by stress, it’s important to get evaluated for the root cause of your vertigo.
Is vertigo hereditary?
Most cases of vertigo are caused by injury, lifestyle, or environmental factors rather than heredity. However, some types of vertigo may have genetic links, especially when associated with migraines or certain vestibular disorders. Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center in Chandler, AZ provides expert evaluations to get to the root cause and type of vertigo in order to determine the best course of treatment.
How to get rid of vertigo?
The best way to get rid of vertigo is to treat its root cause. Depending on the type, treatment may include vestibular rehabilitation exercises, ocular training, balance therapy, or chiropractic neurology care. At Arizona Chiropractic Neurology Center in Chandler, we create personalized programs to restore proper communication between the inner ear, brain, and body.