GO AWAY Dizziness! Cervicogenic Dizziness vs Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD)

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@dracostartrek]

My neck is causing serious issues, even affecting my vision. I have pain at the back of my neck, frequent headaches, and trouble focusing when looking at something visually busy, like while driving. My vision gets blurry, and I feel like I’m in a drunken state, not knowing where to focus. It only improves temporarily if I massage my neck, but the symptoms return later. I’m convinced it’s cervicogenic dizziness and really hope these exercises will help. Thank you for sharing this video!!

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you find my video and channel helpful - best wishes.

[@paultruesdale7680]

I have something similar. when I am driving and I feel the sensation coming on I pull to the side of the road on a offramp, take a cold gel pack and put it on my face and do deep breathing exercises, then I place the pack onto the back of my neck and head. Then I am good for another 30 mile. I hope this works for you.

[@Kevshaw]

I have all the same symptoms that you do. I thought I was loosing my vision but then I noticed the vision issues all way come when I’m having neck pain and headaches. Glad to know I’m not crazy!

[@shawn1869]

I am literally going through the exact same thing...ive been dealing with it over the past 3 months. Chiro, PT with chin tucks and stretching isnt helping either. Please help!!! My vision is getting blurry and im dizzy getting worse as the day progresses

[@dracostartrek]

@@paultruesdale7680 Thanks for sharing. I’ve noticed ice gel packs help a bit too. Hope you feel better soon!

[@whiterose9810]

Someone who explains clearly finally 🎉❤

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching.

[@catalinafang]

Hello Dr. Saunders. I have been lightheaded 24/7 for almost 6 years now. My primary doctor says it's probably one of the meds I've been taking for so long or that I may have Autonomic Dysfunction. A decade ago I was diagnosed with Degenerative Disc Disease and before the lightheadedness, anytime I aggravated my neck, I would get a dull ache on the left side of my head, face, jaw, and neck that would last for 3 days. I've actually had epidurals in my neck to find some comfort with no luck. When I irritate my neck, the lightheadedness amps up a bit but never to the point of dizziness or fainting. For lack of a better term, I feel high all the time. I've adapted to this but it weighs on me as my quality of life sucks. After I saw one of your videos on Cervicogenic Dizziness, I mentioned this to my doctor and he said he doesn't believe I have this but it makes sense to me. Unfortunately, no chiropractors near me specialize in this area, and I'm so tired of feeling this way. I don't focus on what I must do to improve myself. It's like I have this huge cloud over and under me and I'm just so tired of this.

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm sorry to hear, please see all my videos on the topic for help. Best wishes.

[@imlv2614]

Thank you so much, doctor❤❤❤You are the best. Can you please make more videos on PPPD dizziness? and how to cope

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@Millie-uf9pn]

You might want to check out NUCCA chiropractic treatment as well. The upper cervical spine, when out of alignment, can cause these brain fog, dizziness, and headache issues.

[@drjonsaunders]

@@Millie-uf9pn Thanks for sharing - those symptoms can also come from the middle and lower neck as well. So the entire neck should be examined. Best wishes.

[@Millie-uf9pn]

@drjonsaunders Thank you Doctor

[@Millie-uf9pn]

Doctor, have you ever heard of a person having severe myofascial holding in their neck, so that it affects inside the head too?

[@shepakadssheppard8645]

You are the VERY best Doc! See you Thursday with treats and updates! 😊

[@drjonsaunders]

Can't wait! :)

[@MikeJones-Who]

Great video. Thanks doc!

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@sanchez4500]

Doc ,thanks for the info

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@user-hg3kc4dj7u]

Went for a massage just now.Requested the masseuse to massage more on the cerebrum area because of my everyday dizzyness.The massage was good and nice.After the massage i went for dinner.During this time,i felt extreme dizzyness and almost fainted😢

[@drjonsaunders]

Sorry to hear, I hope you feel better soon - please see your health care provider for a diagnosis.

[@user-hg3kc4dj7u]

@@drjonsaunders I've been suffering from balance disorder/dizziness/lightheadedness early 2022 till today.(After covid)

[@sharmilayellu6699]

Hey .am experiencing similar symptoms..any docs were able to find solution?for me all tests looks normal but still I experience those symptoms

[@ellymeikle5906]

Thank you for this video, I was told I have cervicagenic headache.

[@drjonsaunders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Божидар-з7ф]

come from Serbia im 21. Years old, in February 2024, i got think i got PPPD. month and a half before that i had virus infection or covid (idk didnt test). Symptoms were bone and muscle pain,back pain temperature up to 38c. Coughing really bad, i got better after 3 days, just continuing coughing. Than lets say in January 15. I didnt cough anymore, but was anxious about health and got few panic attacks here and there. One day i woke up feeling like a little drunk and nauseus. Bcs i thought i had brain illness or sum. Till March 2024 i felt really bad felt like im going to die soon (worst days of my life). My parents didnt let me on MRI saying that im overthinging and everything, whitch i did but also had PPPD symptoms just didnt know What it was. Then did MRI, blood tests, go to ENT doctor and everything in the end of march 2024. Turns out to be normal. I than was sent to psychiatrics that give me SSRI and say he hears of PPPD First time and that its all bcs im anxious. Now its December 2024 im on SSRI. Drinking vitamins and everything but still have symptoms just less than before. Before (February to May or june) i felt really bad like derealization and shit like that like im going to fall, ofc symptoms sometimes got better and worse. Same these days some times better and some times worse. But not as bad as before. My parents treat me like i have no problems and say that i stop “crying”. Will i be able to fully recover one day from this and is it possible considering how long i had it also my age. Thank you soo much, it would mean i world to me to year answer from you

[@drjonsaunders]

I'm sorry to hear, please explore my channel for helpful videos.

[@SuvreenSingh]

Doctor, what if I’m dealing with a combination of cervicogenic dizziness and PPPD? Where should I start? Should I begin with cervicogenic exercises, PPPD exercises, or both simultaneously? What should my first step be? Because my neck is a big problem (stiffness and pain) and I have all the PPPD symptoms!! The anxiety, visual dependence, dizziness, blurred vision etc. How should I start addressing it? Please help!!!

[@SuvreenSingh]

Please reply doctor!

[@drjonsaunders]

@@SuvreenSingh Start with both at the same time, but separate them - meaning do one set of exercises at one time during the day and then the other at a different time. Best wishes.

[@SuvreenSingh]

@@drjonsaunders Thank you so much! ♥️🙏🏻

[@anubhavkumar4583]

Hello, Doctor. Could you explain why we do the exercise where we push our neck backwards while resisting with our hand pushing forward? What muscles are being targeted with this movement?

[@drjonsaunders]

It strengthens your deep cervical flexors amongst others. Best wishes.

[@Catlady12341]

If my worst dizziness is when I lay down or flip over, would the epley maneuver be better to try as well as these? Thank you!

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes, it sounds like BPPV. However you should see your doctor for an appropriate diagnosis. Best wishes.

[@tarunsingh7560]

Hi, doctor. For cervicogenic dizziness exercises, can we include the lateral flexion isometric exercise from your "cervical spondylosis" video? Would it have any effect?

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes, but only work to your tolerance. Best wishes.

[@carloslafuente824]

I have cervical problems for a lot years as degenerative discs protusions, artrosis and frecuent contractures. I also have dizzines since a years ago. Muy question is: can nistagmo be produced by cervical problems??

[@drjonsaunders]

In certain cases it can be, but you need to rule out more common causes - best wishes.

[@Божидар-з7ф]

Can PPPD fully go away over time?

[@drjonsaunders]

In most patients, yes.

[@JoannaTremlett]

Steady coach ..she's amazing . I have 3pd and cervical dizziness and a brain tumour ! I have already found Improvements from the emotional side she looks in to .❤

[@JoannaTremlett]

What happens with 3pd if you base line 24/7 is a 7 out of 10 before you even start the exercise ?

[@drjonsaunders]

You can work at that level, but just start with fewer reps and sets. Best wishes.

[@moniquealluin8358]

Magnifique et très efficace. Merci de Belgique.

[@drjonsaunders]

My pleasure!

[@layalymerie1502]

I have cervical dizziness as well as VOR I go in and off exercises based on the situation 😢

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you find my videos helpful.

[@layalymerie1502]

@drjonsaunders Thanks. II’ve never flown since developing these conditions and am planning to take a flight. Could you advise how takeoff, landing, or changes in pressure might affect my symptoms? Are there specific strategies or exercises I can do before or during the flight to minimize any potential discomfort?"

[@Rhianna2023]

Ok I will try this I get constant headaches and dizziness

[@drjonsaunders]

Thanks for watching!

[@dracostartrek]

I have been doing thr cervicogenic dizziness exercise for 23 days now and last night my neck muscles started shaking a little briefly after the exercise and today my dizziness have exacerbated a little. Is that normal, doctor?

[@drjonsaunders]

It may mean your neck needs to be strengthened. Best wishes.

[@timirbhattachrya6953]

Many many thankas ,for helf Full discussion,,& demonestration .

[@drjonsaunders]

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[@barneyfyfe8313]

I had dizziness at the end of reps doing heavy dumbbell squats. Turned out I wasn't breathing properly during the exercise and was inadvertently doing a shrug at the same time. I didn't figure it out until after getting an MRA done.

[@drjonsaunders]

I hope you are feeling better now. Take care.

[@palbau-6579]

Hi Doctor Saunders, I don't know what my problem is but something in my neck. I can't move it properly and I feel a lot of pain especially when I am lying down in my bed and I am rotating my head. I can feel the pain especially in my right side from my neck down to my shoulder blade, I think it could be the trapezius because the pain is not exactly the shoulder blade, but between I've been feeling in pain for 2 years now and I can feel that the thing in my neck is affecting the way I walk and makes me in some ways invalid because sometimes it feels like I can't walk and I am dizzy as well. I'm trying to explain those symptoms to my GP and to the physiotherapist, but it seems like they don't understand and sometimes they say it is because of some stress and they don't realise that it is very distressing to feel like this and don't get answers and solutions. I hope you can kindly help me with some kind of answer. 🙏 P.

[@drjonsaunders]

Unfortunately without examining you and knowing your medical history I cannot offer any specific answers. I hope you find my channel helpful, take care.

[@palbau-6579]

@@drjonsaunders Thanks anyway! I find your channel very useful. 🙏😊

[@kathykerr8545]

Can you have both at the same time from a mva?

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes. Usually PPPD results after another cause.

[@Rhianna2023]

Doctor Tell me it’s from anxiety The more I go chiropractor weekly it seems worse could it be just anxiety I don’t understand Chiropractor said neck issue C2 and it’s tight shoulders too Could be from anxiety freeze mode I was in fight flight freeze mode for 19 months

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes anxiety can exacerbate it for sure. Best wishes.

[@elwiraboczkowski6591]

Hi .Is PPPD curable.😢

[@drjonsaunders]

Yes, most of the time people will recover - some will struggle with it however. Take care.