Are you a gardening enthusiast? Do you enjoy your time tending to your plants? Does it bring peace of mind when you're alone during this activity? But what if suddenly, this enjoyable activity becomes something you dread? Gardening is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, exercise, and grow something beautiful. But this activity can be challenging if you suffer from frequent vertigo attacks.
Some patients looking for vertigo remedies report unwanted episodes while doing activities they enjoy, such as gardening. Apart from the discomfort this symptom brings, it may also pose some risks for injuries, especially when you're alone.
Vertigo can cause you to feel off balance or unsteady and set off additional symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and sweating. Therefore, it's essential to find suitable remedies and effective ways to reduce the frequency of your episodes when gardening or engaging in other activities outdoors.
By managing your condition better, you can go back to doing what you once loved without worrying about losing your footing or getting only a few things done. Below are simple gardening tips that you can follow:
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While it's tempting to go big when working on your gardening project, starting with a small area for a less strenuous activity and more manageable garden space may be better, this will also reduce your head movement and lessen the chances of your inner ear crystals moving, which can trigger vertigo.
As with any activity or work, it's important to take reasonable breaks in between. Don't push yourself too hard when gardening, and take frequent breaks to rest and hydrate. Gardening is supposed to bring you fun and enjoyment and not feel like a stressful activity.
Be sure to wear loose, comfortable clothing when gardening to not add to your stress. In addition, wearing proper shoes with good grip may come in handy, especially when you suddenly lose your balance.
When your garden beds are higher, or you're using that can be moved, you reduce the chance that you will have to look down or tilt your head forward so much to attend to your plants. You may also benefit from utilizing other garden tools, benches, hose handle extenders, and outdoor-safe shelvings to remain upright while still tending to your garden.
Extreme temperatures can increase your risk of vertigo attacks. Avoid gardening during extremely hot or cold weather and hot hours of the day. If unavoidable, wear proper, protective clothing such as a big sun-blocking hat and dark sunglasses, and take frequent water breaks to help your body cope with the heat. 
Dehydration can trigger vertigo episodes, so drinking plenty of water during gardening can help reduce the severity and frequency of your symptoms.
Vertigo can be a result of an inner ear disorder. However, Upper Cervical misalignments can also result in frequent episodes. Do you suspect having neck bone misalignments? Have you had injuries to your neck and head before? Do you notice signs of cervical subluxation like gait changes, uneven pelvis and shoulders, and constant neck pain?If you respond yes to at least one of the abovementioned questions, consider carving out time to meet with an Upper Cervical Chiropractor. It’s highly likely that your condition stems from neck bone misalignments. The sooner you can confirm that, the quicker you can figure out how to move forward with the help of Upper Cervical Care. Regular appointments with an Upper Cervical doctor can help you realign your C1 and C2 vertebrae, which can ease the pressure off your brainstem, nerves, and cerebral blood vessels. This way your body can function normally again. Reach out to an Upper Cervical Chiropractor near you to get your spine alignment assessed and corrected when necessary. This way you can gradually eliminate your symptoms and enjoy more vertigo-free gardening days!
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