Motion Sickness & Vertigo: What’s Really Causing It

Most people think motion sickness and vertigo are caused by just one problem—but the truth is far more complex. In this video, we break down the real causes of motion sickness and vertigo, including how the inner ear, brain, and blood flow interact to create symptoms like dizziness, nausea, lightheadedness, and imbalance. You’ll learn the difference between central vs peripheral vertigo, how BPPV (inner ear crystals) can trigger severe spinning sensations, and why some people are far more sensitive to motion than others. We also cover key diagnostic tools like the Dix-Hallpike test, Epley maneuver, and advanced testing such as video nystagmography (VNG). If you’ve ever wondered why you get motion sick, feel dizzy in cars, or experience unexplained vertigo—this video gives you a deeper understanding of what’s really happening in your body. #MotionSickness #Vertigo #Dizziness #VestibularSystem #BPPV #TheHumanCondition ➡ Visit my website www.humanconditionlab.com where you can find free resources and book a call with Dr. Michael Pierce ➡ Book a call with me - https://calendly.com/humanconditionlab ⭐ ➡ Free E-Book by Dr. Pierce - Elimination Diets 101 - https://humanconditionlab.com/elimina... ⭐ ➡ Free E-Book by Dr. Pierce - 35 Questions to Explore with Your Doctor After Being Diagnosed with a Heath Condition - https://humanconditionlab.com/talk-to... Where else to find me: ➡ RUMBLE: https://rumble.com/c/c-5009412 ➡ SPOTIFY: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... ➡ LOCALS: https://humanconditionlab.locals.com For education and entertainment only - not medical advice 00:00 Intro – Why Motion Sickness Happens 00:35 What Motion Sickness Really Feels Like 01:40 Different Types: Vertigo, Nausea, Lightheadedness 02:30 Why Some People Get It (And Others Don’t) 03:00 Central vs Peripheral Vertigo Explained 04:30 Visual Triggers & Sensory Mismatch 05:00 Blood Flow & Brain (Hidden Cause) 06:30 Stress, Ischemia & Nervous System Effects 07:30 Orthostatic Blood Pressure Testing 08:00 Inner Ear Function (Semicircular Canals) 09:00 BPPV – “Loose Crystals” Explained 10:30 Nystagmus (Eye Movement Clue) 11:15 Epley Maneuver & Treatment 12:00 Cervical (Neck-Based) Vertigo 13:00 Advanced Testing (VNG / Goggles) 14:00 How Brain Integrates Balance Signals 15:20 Vision Problems & Prism Glasses 17:00 Brainstem & Cerebellum Role 18:30 Concussion & Balance Disorders 19:30 Imaging & Blood Flow Testing 22:00 Neck Tension & Nerve Impact 23:30 Inner Ear Fluid & Meniere’s-Like Issues 25:30 Diet, Inflammation & Immune Triggers 27:00 EMF, Infrasound & Environmental Factors 29:00 Final Thoughts: Finding the Root Cause