Cervical fusion for chronic vertigo?

[carrollce]

Hi! I have had chronic vertigo for over 22 years and after many visits with doctors of ENT, neurologists, chiropractors, etc., I am running out of options. The only avenue that I have not taken is with a orthopedic doctor. Since inner ear problems have been ruled out to a certain extent, it has been narrowed down to my neck being unstable due to muscle or ligament damage plus bone spurs, arthritis or possible stenosis of the spinal canal, I was wondering if anyone has ever heard of this approach to the resolution of chronic vertigo. I also have neck pain, a burning sensation in the rear neck area and shoulder pain. I am almost at my wits end in that I am running out of answers as to what is causing this vertigo and so far no medication or therapy has helped. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated!!

[chadry]

In any of your MRI'S was there ever any mention of low lying tonsils or a Chiari Malformation? Was there any mention of tonsil herniation? Chiari is when the lowest part of the brain is pushed down by the spinal cord. There is a forum on this site for Chiari and many people there experience vertigo and dizziness all the time.
Look under the C category on the forums. Someone on that board may be able to help you with some answers.
Chadry