Dizziness
Persistent dizziness is exhausting. We assess the neck, posture, and balance system to find and address a contributing cause.
Feeling lightheaded, foggy, or unsteady can interfere with everything you do. Dizziness has many causes, and the neck and posture are frequently overlooked contributors.
How the neck can drive dizziness
The upper neck supplies position information your brain uses to stay oriented. Restriction there — often paired with neck pain or forward-head posture — can leave you feeling off.
Our approach to dizziness
We screen carefully, rule out causes needing referral, and when the neck is involved, restore motion and improve posture to help you feel steady again. Closely related vertigo is evaluated alongside.
What it feels like — and why it happens.
Common symptoms
- Lightheaded or foggy feeling
- Unsteadiness when standing or walking
- A sense of floating or swaying
- Symptoms worse with neck movement
- Neck tension or stiffness
- Difficulty concentrating
Common causes
- Restricted upper-neck joints
- Forward-head posture and muscle tension
- Inner-ear or balance issues
- Neck injury or whiplash
- Dehydration, stress, or fatigue
- Blood-pressure or medication factors
Who’s at risk — and when to get checked.
Risk factors
- Forward-head posture and desk work
- Prior neck injury or whiplash
- Chronic neck tension
- High stress and poor sleep
- Dehydration
- History of balance problems
When to seek care
- Frequent or persistent dizziness
- Dizziness that worsens with neck movement
- Dizziness with neck pain or stiffness
- Symptoms that disrupt daily activity
- Dizziness with chest pain, weakness, or fainting (seek urgent care)
- Dizziness after a head injury (seek urgent care)
From problem to outcome.
A clear, four-part path — so you always understand what’s happening and what comes next.
The Problem
Dizziness can arise from the inner ear, blood pressure, medications, or the neck. Restricted upper-neck joints and poor posture can disrupt the signals your brain uses to stay oriented.
How We Evaluate
We screen for causes that need medical referral, then assess upper-neck motion, posture, and balance for factors we can address.
How We Treat It
When the neck is a contributor, gentle care restores upper-neck motion and improves posture to support steadier balance.
Expected Outcome
Many patients with neck-related dizziness feel clearer and steadier as cervical function and posture improve.
What progress looks like.
Every body is different, but here’s the general arc of care most patients follow.
Screen
Rule out causes that need referral.
Restore
Improve upper-neck motion and posture.
Reinforce
Support balance and reduce recurrence.
Questions about dizziness
When the neck and posture contribute to dizziness, gentle chiropractic care can help by restoring upper-neck motion and improving the position signals your brain relies on. We always screen for and refer out causes that need medical attention.
Vertigo is a specific spinning sensation, while dizziness is a broader feeling of lightheadedness or unsteadiness. They can overlap, and our assessment helps clarify what you are experiencing.
Most dizziness is benign, but certain warning signs — fainting, chest pain, weakness, or slurred speech — need urgent medical care. Our screening checks for these before any treatment.
Connected care, connected answers.
Understanding the full picture helps you make confident decisions about your health.
Real stories from Forza patients.
Real Arlington Heights patients who came to Forza for relief — and found measurable, lasting results.
“I've had an outstanding experience with Dr. Drew at Forza Chiropractic. He is knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely takes the time to listen and provide personalized care. Every visit leaves me feeling better, and I appreciate how thorough he is in explaining my treatment and answering my questions. His staff is equally great, welcoming, and incredibly organized. They make every appointment smooth and stress-free while ensuring every detail is handled with care. If you're looking for a chiropractor who truly cares about his patients and has an amazing team supporting him, I highly recommend Dr. Drew and everyone at Forza Chiropractic!”
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“Dr. Drew Voelsch is an exceptional chiropractor. He is incredibly thorough, highly knowledgeable, and always on top of every detail regarding patient care. As a physician myself, I truly appreciate his professionalism, clinical expertise, and dedication to his patients. He is also extremely empathetic, has an excellent bedside manner, and communicates clearly and effectively. It is very evident that he genuinely cares about his patients and takes the time to make them feel heard and comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Voelsch to anyone looking for a compassionate, skilled, and trustworthy chiropractor!”
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“The compassion, warmth, and thoughtfulness that Forza Chiropractic shows through their service went far above and beyond my expectations. The energy in the office is so uplifting and made me feel comfortable right away. I want to personally shout out Dr. Drew Voelsch for bringing me hope for positive change to my body and working with me to not only diagnose the issues, but also educate and prepare a customized treatment plan for me! He really made sure I understood my body well and was patient with me when I had any questions to ask. He had a response for everything and more, which supports the good work being done at Forza Chiropractic. My important takeaway when researching chiropractors in the area was finding someone who I could trust my life with and I feel like I could that with Dr. Drew in a heartbeat. Shoutout to Noe as well for going through the administrative process with me and patiently answering all of my questions! She makes sure you are well taken care of and probably the best office manager I've interacted with. I finished my 2-day consultation and can't wait to go through this restoration journey. Thank you for everything Forza family!”
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“Forza is one of the best chiropractic offices I've ever been to. Dr Drew and the team set you up with the tools both in office and at home to help you function your best. It's starts with going over x-rays and continues with check-ins and updates to your therapies based on where you are. Excited to continue life without migraines!”
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“Dr. Drew is absolutely outstanding! I came in with persistent neck issues that were affecting not only my day-to-day life but also keeping me off the golf course. From the very first visit, he took the time to understand my concerns and created a personalized treatment plan that truly made a difference. His expertise and attention to detail really stand out. Every adjustment felt purposeful, and he always took the time to explain what he was doing and why. Thanks to his care, my neck pain has improved significantly, and I’m finally back out on the golf course enjoying the game again. If you’re dealing with pain or looking for a chiropractor who genuinely cares about helping you get back to doing what you love, I can’t recommend Dr. Drew enough!”
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