Acupuncture for Vertigo & Dizziness

Finding your footing again

Vertigo can make the world feel like it is spinning or tilting, and even mild dizziness can make everyday life feel uncertain. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, dizziness is understood through patterns such as Qi or blood not reaching the head, fluid build-up, or excess heat rising upward.

Your acupuncturist will look at your whole picture, including sleep, digestion, stress, neck and shoulder tension and circulation, and choose points that address the pattern behind your symptoms, not only the dizziness itself.

People come to us for support with

• Recurring vertigo and spinning sensations
• Dizziness and light-headedness
• Ménière's disease and inner-ear related dizziness
• Nausea that comes with dizzy spells
• Neck and shoulder tension that feeds into dizziness
• Feeling unsteady or off-balance

Working alongside your medical care

Dizziness has many possible causes, so a medical assessment comes first. Acupuncture can complement treatments such as repositioning manoeuvres or vestibular physiotherapy, and we are happy to work alongside your doctor or physiotherapist.

Frequently asked questions

When is dizziness an emergency?

Call 911 if dizziness comes on suddenly with a severe headache, weakness or numbness, facial drooping, trouble speaking or seeing, chest pain or fainting. These can be signs of a stroke or heart problem and need immediate medical care.

Should I see my doctor before booking?

Yes, especially if your dizziness is new, getting worse or has not been assessed. Knowing the cause helps us plan the most helpful treatment.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on the cause and how long you have had symptoms. Your practitioner will suggest a plan after your first visit.