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I was able with chiropractic help to decrease dizziness by increasing the horizontal range of motion in the cervical area of my neck. can you explain?

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Dr. Nancy Simpkins answered

cervical nerves: When arthritis in the c spine presses on the cervical nerves, it can cause dizziness. With release of the tight muscles surrounding the spine, the nerves are released and the dizziness is gone!

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 10/14/2013

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A member asked:

I was able with chiropractic help to decrease dizziness by increasing the horizontal range of motion in the cervical area of my neck. can you explain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nancy Simpkins answered

Dr Alves agreed

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