Vestibular Rehab for CERVICOGENIC DIZZINESS / CERVICOGENIC VERTIGO | Best Exercises

Top 4 exercises to decrease dizziness, vertigo, and other related symptoms due to dysfunction in the cervical spine (neck). While there are many specific conditions that cause cervicogenic dizziness/vertigo, these movements are the most beneficial for most people.

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Posture Correction
2:28 Chin Tuck/Cervical Retraction
3:05 Upper Trapezius Stretch
3:40 Head Turns and Nods

You might also benefit my other videos with specific neck exercises:

Other videos in my Vestibular Rehab playlist that might be helpful for you:

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[charlenedavis]

I’m just learning about Vertigo and types. I’ve been falling a lot for years but these falls have increased with myself ending with broken bones, bruises, cuts. I have seen many dr’s of different fields and have had many tests. None of them fit the bill for my falls. Closest so far is the Vertigo. It fits the VOR the best. My PT dr. Showed me about your videos. Very informative. I have started with first 2 exercises. I was exhausted after. I don’t know why my dr’s have missed this. I pray this is the answer and i can start driving again.

[Chiroman]

I'm so glad to have stumbled upon your UT video. Thank you Doctor. I have Cervicogenic issues encompassing C4-C7 / T-1 disc bulges, DDD in the all the discs, facet joint arthritis, and sites of Stenosis. Unfortunately for me, those maladies extend throughout my entire Spine. I have seen other PT videos about this specific issue of Vertigo / Dizziness / lighheadedness, but none as expressive and explanatory as this one !!. I have a 1 inch shorter right leg as a result of a fracftured femur playing HS football in 1966 -I'm 70 now. That shorter right leg was left unaddressed by the Ortho doctor and my parents 9who really didn't know better) at that time after the Full Body cast came off. Over the course of the next 15 years or so, the lower back began to feel stiff and uncomfortable during certain activities. THAT has evolved into creating Dextroscoliosis of 25 degrees whereby the lower to mid spine Curves BUT also Twists. It was not until 2011 +/- after my first major comprehensive Orthopedic visits / consultations did I have the first series of MRIs. Not only were the spinal discs degrading, the Cervical MRI also disclosed that I had a More Narrow Than Normal spinal canal according to the Radiologist report. For the past 5 years dealing with encroaching and constant Chronic Pain & Stiffness in my spine, affecting my entire well being, I commenced my own research in this regard. Poor Forward head Posture (daily commuting for 48 years, appx 75% by Car ), the shorter right leg [ now wearing adjusted shoes - but way too late] which wreaked Havoc with my spine / hips, and OA along all the facet joints sparked many doctor visits, many Chiros, many PTs. Any interesting factoid i received form a Rheumatologist who testd me for Anklyosing Spndyliosis (AS) and RA - both negative, said the Inflammation in my SI joints is Significant contributor to body mechanics - SI joints are Ground Zero for maladies going Up the Spine to the skull !! I post this info for info purposes only as my story - hopefully for other people's benefit. Don't Ignore your neck and Back issues & drink lost of water ; I never did. Your vertebrea discs are 80% Water. 40 years + of smoking cigarettes very bad overall, but especially for connective tissues.

[Ok-Mardy]

I've recently had vestibular issues and I'm going to therapy now I'm doing some these exercises with good results thanks for these videos on vestibular problems I'm finding out there are many people suffering with vestibular issues just like me keep up the good work!

[mossandmirthvlog]

Thank you so much for sharing how to treat cervicogenic dizziness! I've been taught these same exercises by physical therapists, but I greatly appreciate being able to watch them at home, and look forward to watching your other videos!

[lumibubu]

Hello! I just wanna thank you with all my heart. Ive been doing these exercices plus ther ones for cervical instability daily for like 6 days and i am def feeling much better. My dizziness is not completely gone yet but is DEFINITELY better than it was . Do u have any video for activate the muscles behind the shoulders? Cuz they are connected to neck too and mine are verry weak. Also, what happens after u do these for months? U continue to do them or u move to another level?

[heroliau]

Recently I find out I have vertigo ..so thank you this exercise video.
How about motion sickness? Any exercise video for motion sickness

[bigdaddy]

My vertigo never stops. I've learned to function with it

[jdssurf]

I’ve been blessed with BPPV and having to become a pro at learning to battle it, and also getting occipital nausea lol, fun stuff huh

[mr.mikerivera]

Many thanks for the exercises. What are your thoughts on the Neck Stretcher that went viral on social media?My kids got me one for Christmas. Any devices you can recommend? Appreciate your time!!!

[Anberel]

I’ve been having difficulty finding a diagnosis for my vertigo. I saw an ENT and they just shrugged and said it wasn’t my ears. What kind of doctor would I need to see to be evaluated as to whether this is the cause of my chronic vertigo? I’ve had it for 6 years, ever since I started having symptoms of proximal muscle wasting. I keep telling doctors that I think there’s something wrong with my muscles in my head and neck that’s causing it but they keep dismissing me.

[lindamiller]

Beth, I had a massage therapist check out my neck today. She says I'm super tight on the occipitol region and I have a knot on my sub something or rather. She knows I suffer from headaches and dizziness. Thoughts? Would love a reply. I'm getting x-rays Monday at my nucca chiropractors office. He says my adjustment isn't lasting as long. I'm considering getting neck work done through his office. Write back!

[knightourage]

Thank you for the videos
Great help & detailing
Hope you make some videos on toe and leg spasm & its treatments ..

[freieyl]

Hi, doc, First of all, thanks a lot for such a great exercise and your professionalism.
Also, i have one question. I have been suffering from neck problems for more than 10 months, main symptom and I would say the only symptom I have got is dizziness (imbalance, floating), I have been diagnosed with neck instability and vertebral artery syndrome, however, the vertebral artery is not very compressed and blood flow is normal, however, I still have this imbalance and floating senses, which is really annoying and sometimes it provides other annoying symptoms, like lose of concentration and so on. it is not just annoying it is more suffering. I tried different medications which helped for some time but after I increased my physical activity dizziness and imbalance also increased a little by little. I do neck stabilization and overall core stabilization exercises, however, it does not fully help. Sitting is the hardest part, especially, on a chair that does not have back support and so and so. what should I do? Am I doing something wrong or it is just a matter of time and I should continue doing exercises.

[jdssurf]

Best thing for you guys to separate it from being cervical occipital vs bppv is to do the Dix Halpike test for BPPV.

I get both lol, nightmare.

[arjubista]

I am a dentist and i have been diagnosed with cervicogenic vertigo recently. I want to know the prognosis of this disease. Is it 100% cureable or i have to live with his curse forever which I don’t want. Please HELP!

[lanemoore]

Thank you so much. I am doing your vestibular exercises. They are helping a lot. I live in a rural area and going to pt sessions is difficult.

[aldusric]

I suffered for many months with this type of dizziness. The only thing that really cured me were STRONG AND ALMOST PAINFUL MASSAGES ON THE UPPER NECK AND NECK. All due to muscular contracture and anxiety disorder.

[ManishRaj-yzlb]

Hello my Screening of the cervical spine shows posterior herniation of the disc at C5–C6 level, indenting the ventral thecal sac and cord, with a mildly narrowing AP diameter spinal canal at this level measuring 9 mm. Which exercises should I be doing? I have a problem of vertigo and dizziness when walking or sudden movements also I feel my neck and shoulders too stiff and when it relaxes the headache goes away and dizziness too. The doctor said vertigo is because of vestibular issue but I feel it's because of my neck and shoulders stiffness issue.

[EynOdMilevado]

I had an ear infection that caused terrible vertigo for two weeks. I only have a tiny bit left now. Feel dizziness if I look up at the ceiling. Wondering if it’s related to the ear infection I had or if it’s a cervical issue which coincidentally showed up now.

[bilalhaider]

I am getting headache after doing these exercises... how long will it last??