Have you ever been on a cruise or boat and felt as though there’s something wrong with your head after the ride? Are you a marine engineer or a cruise ship staff who spends most days of the year sailing? You can't really figure out what’s causing your misery, but it feels like you're dizzy, and your balance is off. And as much as you want to enjoy your time after boarding off a ship, you can’t help but worry about having subsequent vertigo episodes as your body adjusts to the motionless environment you have on land.
Chances are, you have a vertigo-causing condition like Mal de Debarquement Syndrome or neck bone misalignments. Find out how spinning sensations during boat rides happen and what you can do to experience vertigo relief.
When you go on a boat ride, the delicate structures inside the ears must work hard to get used to the constant movements brought by the waves. This causes you to get your “sea legs” or the ability to withstand the rocking sensations each time the ship bobs up and down. And when you get back on land, your balance organs must adjust once more so you can have your “land legs”. Normally, the body can quickly adapt to the changes in its environment. However, if you have signal inferences in your body or a disorder like the Mal de Debarquement Syndrome, your vertigo episodes will likely persist. As it turns out, “sea legs” are temporary in nature. In most cases, the sensation only lasts up to 24 hours, and you can expect to feel better within that time frame. But, if they last longer than usually, we suggest seeking medical attention. A doctor can examine you thoroughly and recommend the most appropriate vertigo relief regimen fit for your individual needs.
If you're experiencing vertigo, there are a number of options available to relieve symptoms.
If you think your sea legs are just a mild case of vertigo, let us be the first to tell you that they're probably not. But if this is true and you want to fix them anyway, upper cervical care can help.This technique hinges on the importance of correcting invisible or undetected problems that stem from previous injuries. It’s a gentle approach to helping the body heal and ease back into proper alignment. Upper cervical care also helps to correct vestibular problems and common side effects of misalignments in the neck that can cause issues with blood flow through the brain and spinal cord. It also comes in handy in dealing with miscommunication between your brain and your vestibular system, causing pain and other symptoms like vertigo that usually develops due to recurring neck or head injuries. 
The intense force from an injury or blow to the neck can cause ligaments to tear. This can push your atlas bone out of alignment and cause the rest of the vertebral bones to shift or twist out of place. Thankfully, you can potentially mitigate and fix the situation with the help of upper cervical chiropractic. So, consider upper cervical care next time you feel strange and have trouble balancing after a boat ride or activity that challenges your balance and orientation. If you do not know where to start on this endeavor, we strongly recommend finding an accredited chiropractor in your area! During your initial consultation, you should expect the following from your vertigo chiropractor:
If you have had mild to severe injuries to your head and neck, you should definitely consider seeking cervical chiropractic adjustments. Find out if a vertigo chiropractor can help you manage your vertigo really stems from postural imbalances. So, there you have it! Everything you need to know about “sea legs” and your potential source of lasting vertigo relief. The rest of your path to healing is now in your hands. All you got to do is visit our Find-a-Doctor tool. It’s time to put an end to your recurring vertigo episodes and unlock revitalized health. Choose to consult with an upper cervical chiropractor today!
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