The Patient (You Are the Hero of Your Recovery)When room-spinning vertigo, unsteadiness, or ear fullness strikes without warning, simple daily routines like driving, working, or walking through a store can feel overwhelming and unpredictable.
We know how isolating vestibular and balance symptoms can be—especially when standard tests come back normal while your world still feels off-balance.
This week the Journal of Upper Cervical Research published a great case study on navigating Meniere's disease with upper cervical specific chiropractic care. The story was of a 65 year old patient who had debilitating vertigo that would cause her to vomit. She would experience a hangover like feeling for several days after the episodes and was at her wits end. She had gone to her ENT who recommended several dietary changes and tried several months of full spine chiropractic care with little to no results. At the end of her rope, she took a chance on an Upper Cervical Specific doctor who understood her unique healing crisis. After 5 visits, the patient reported that her Meniere's was completely gone. She continued through a course of care that took 13 months and at the end, she went to her ENT who proclaimed her virtually cured. Today, it is my pleasure to share the story of patient number 18 from Hope. She, too, has a very similar story to the patient in this study. 4 years later, she is still vertigo free and living life to the fullest.
Your Guide & Recovery PlanReady to Restore Your Balance at the Source?
Guided by Dr. Joey Kramer, D.C. at Hope Upper Cervical Spine Center in Southlake, TX—combining computerized infrared thermography, 3D craniocervical imaging, and gentle Blair Upper Cervical corrections with zero twisting or cracking.
Step 1
Schedule Your Consultation
Meet one-on-one with Dr. Joey Kramer in Southlake to share your story, health history, and goals.
Step 2
Precision 3D & Neurological Evaluation
We perform paraspinal infrared thermography, postural analysis, and 3D imaging to pinpoint your exact upper cervical alignment.
Step 3
Gentle Correction & Lasting Stability
Receive a custom, non-twisting upper cervical correction designed to hold so your nervous system can heal naturally.
The Outcome You Deserve
Walk, drive, and live with steady confidence again—free from the constant fear of the next dizzy spell.
Common Patient Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How can a misalignment in the upper neck cause vertigo, dizziness, or Ménière’s symptoms?
The top two vertebrae in your neck (the Atlas and Axis) surround the brainstem and sit directly beside the vestibular nucleus and Eustachian tube pathways. Mechanical misalignment at the craniocervical junction can distort proprioceptive balance signals to the brain and impair fluid drainage from the inner ear.
Is upper cervical care safe if my dizziness makes me sensitive to head movement?
Yes. Because Blair Upper Cervical Care requires zero rapid head rotation, twisting, or cracking, it is uniquely suited for patients with severe vertigo, positional dizziness, or vestibular sensitivity.
How do you determine if my vertigo or ear fullness is connected to my upper cervical spine?
Dr. Kramer performs computerized infrared thermography, postural equilibrium checks, and precision 3D craniocervical imaging to identify whether an Atlas or Axis misalignment is irritating your brainstem and vestibular pathways.
How soon do vertigo and dizziness patients typically notice improvements in stability?
While every case depends on how long the misalignment has been present, many patients notice reduced room-spinning frequency, clearer head pressure, and steadier balance within the first few weeks of holding their upper cervical correction.
Verified Patient Outcomes
Patient Testimonials
★★★★★
“For two years I could not drive on highways or walk through grocery stores without the room violently spinning. After my very first upper cervical adjustment with Dr. Kramer, the world stopped moving. I have my life and independence back.”
★★★★★
“Dr. Kramer takes time to listen to your story and comes up with a treatment plan just for you. His skilled upper cervical approach helped me tremendously with balance and neurological symptoms others could not change.”
