Dizziness & Vertigo: When the World Won't Stop Spinning
That spinning sensation isn't imaginary—it has real causes in your inner ear, brain, or nervous system. We find the root and restore your balance.
If you've been told 'it's just anxiety' or 'it's in your head,' you deserve better. Vertigo and dizziness are measurable symptoms with identifiable causes that can be treated.
What is this condition?
Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness characterized by a false sensation of spinning or movement of oneself or the environment. It results from asymmetry or dysfunction in the vestibular system of the inner ear (peripheral) or the brainstem/cerebellum (central). Unlike lightheadedness or disequilibrium, true vertigo indicates vestibular pathology requiring specialized investigation. Common causes include benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, Meniere's disease, vestibular migraine, and less commonly, stroke or brain tumors. The sensation can be triggered by head position changes, last seconds to hours, and significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life.
Common Misconception
"Vertigo is just 'inner ear problems' that you have to live with, or it's all in your head from stress."
Biological Reality
Vertigo has specific identifiable causes: (1) BPPV—calcium crystals displaced in semicircular canals; (2) Vestibular neuritis—inflammation of vestibular nerve from viral infection; (3) Meniere's disease—endolymph buildup causing episodic vertigo, tinnitus, hearing loss; (4) Vestibular migraine—neurological condition causing vertigo without headache; (5) Orthostatic hypotension—blood pressure drop on standing; (6) Cardiac arrhythmias—irregular heartbeat affecting cerebral perfusion; (7) Stroke/TIA—posterior circulation ischemia affecting balance centers. In Dubai, heat-related dehydration and electrolyte imbalances are common contributors. Each cause has distinct treatment approaches.
Persistent or recurrent vertigo, especially with hearing changes or neurological symptoms, requires specialized evaluation to identify the specific cause.
Symptoms That Often Occur Together
Your symptom pattern suggests vestibular dysfunction. Book comprehensive evaluation to identify the specific cause.
Get EvaluatedWhy Does This Happen?
Vertigo develops from identifiable causes, each with specific treatment approaches.
How It Works
Vertigo occurs through disruption of the normal vestibular signal processing: (1) BPPV: Calcium carbonate crystals (otoconia) detach from the utricle and enter a semicircular canal, causing abnormal endolymph movement when the head changes position, sending false signals to the brain; (2) Vestibular neuritis: Viral inflammation of the vestibular nerve causes asymmetric input to the brain, creating a spinning sensation; (3) Meniere's disease: Endolymphatic hydrops (fluid buildup) causes episodic vertigo, often with unilateral hearing loss and tinnitus; (4) Vestibular migraine: Hyperexcitability of vestibular nuclei in the brainstem causes recurrent vertigo episodes, possibly triggered by cortical spreading depression; (5) Central vertigo: Lesions in the brainstem or cerebellum (stroke, MS, tumor) disrupt balance processing directly. The key is that vertigo represents a measurable asymmetry in vestibular signaling that can be diagnosed and treated.
Common Underlying Causes
How We Identify the Cause
Comprehensive evaluation helps identify the specific cause of your vertigo.
Our Diagnostic Philosophy
At Healers Clinic, we understand that vertigo is not 'all in your head'—it's a real physiological condition with identifiable causes. Our approach involves comprehensive testing to determine YOUR specific vestibular dysfunction, then targeted treatment addressing the exact cause. We don't just prescribe motion sickness pills—we work to restore your balance system. Whether it's BPPV repositioning maneuvers, treatment for vestibular neuritis, or management of vestibular migraine, we have protocols to help you regain your stability and quality of life.
Assess inner ear function
Non-invasive energetic assessment
Rule out cardiovascular causes
Identify metabolic causes
Assess central nervous system
Assess inner ear/cochlear function
Pathways to Relief
Our Approach vs. Conventional Care
Common Questions Answered
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