Could Craniocervical Instability Be Causing Your Fainting? - Dr Centeno Answers Ep.7
Could craniocervical instability (CCI) be behind unexplained fainting or lightheaded episodes? In this short video, Dr. Chris Centeno explains how upper cervical instability may affect the nervous system and cardiovascular function.
When common medical causes have been ruled out, Dr. Centeno discusses how vagus nerve irritation linked to CCI can influence heart rate and blood pressure. These effects may trigger fainting, especially during changes in head or neck position, offering a potential explanation for symptoms that don’t have a clear cause.
This episode helps clarify the connection between the upper neck, vagus nerve, and fainting, and why proper evaluation matters.
Follow for more CCI education, neurological symptom insights, and expert explanations from Dr. Centeno.