There are as many as 200 different types of headaches, making it difficult to find out which one you are suffering from. Headaches are little understood because the brain has no nerves and, therefore, cannot feel any pain. So, when you have a headache, it is the nerves and muscles of the head, neck, and spinal cord that are irritated and causing pain. If your sinuses, eyes, or ears become inflamed, headaches can be the end result. If you have facial pain, this is called cranial neuralgia.
What does cranial neuralgia mean? Neuralgia means nerve pain, and cranial neuralgia refers to a group of headaches that are caused by inflammation of one of the 12 nerves in the head and upper neck. These nerves are responsible for sensation in the head, including the face. The following conditions are known for facial pain:
The spinal column hosts the cranial nerves. Therefore, if a misalignment has occurred in the upper part of the neck, the nerves can be put under pressure. Irritation, compression, and distortion in this area hinder the way the body and brain communicate. This leads to a huge variety of health problems, including headaches and facial pain. If the nerve damage is not cared for, the headaches and pain will continue.
Here at Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California, we use a gentle method to help the bones of the upper neck to realign. We do not have to turn to popping or cracking the neck to get the bones back in place. Rather, the technique we use encourages the bones to move into place more naturally. Once this is accomplished, patients see an improvement in their headaches and cranial neuralgia in almost all cases. Some patients see them go away and not return.
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When you think of migraines, the first thing you might think of is the throbbing, pounding head pain that accompanies them. While this is the most devastating symptom, migraines impact more than your health. They also take a toll on you financially. One woman decided to write down how much she was paying out of pocket that the insurance company would not pay for in order to try to find an answer to her migraines. Her expense list looks like this:
This comes out to a total of $5,600.00! And, it does not include the cost of trying other various home remedies (special diets, nasal pepper sprays, etc.) all promising to hold the key to eliminating her migraines. So, did she find the answers she was looking for? Sadly, she is still searching. However, we would encourage her to come see us here at Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California. We have seen success in helping migraine patients cope with their pain.
Upper cervical chiropractic differs from traditional chiropractic in that we do not use force, such as popping or cracking the spine. We focus our attention on the top two bones of the neck, the C1 and C2 vertebrae. It has been seen that if these bones are misaligned, they can lead to a number of different problems, including migraines. If these bones are out of alignment by just ¼ of a millimeter, they can put stress on the brainstem, causing it to send improper signals to the brain. The bones can also act as a barrier to blood flow leaving and going to the brain. Either of these things can cause a migraine. Using a gentle method, we encourage the bones to move back into place naturally. This has been proven to help with migraine pain. Some patients see their migraines go away completely.
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If you have ever suffered through the excruciating pain of migraines, you know they are so much more than bad headaches. If you have not ever had migraines, you may wonder if the headaches you are having are actually migraines. Migraines are as unique as the person suffering from them, and not all the symptoms are the same for everyone. Here is a list of things that most often occur with migraines:
Migraines can also impact you so severely that often all you can do is lie down in a cool, dark room and wait until they pass. Headaches are not that intense. Migraines can last from 4 to 72 hours.
There are some things you can do to help keep your migraines from occurring so often. Here are some ideas you may want to put into practice:
Migraines have been linked a misalignment in the bones of the upper cervical spine. Misalignments easily occur after vehicle accidents, sports injuries, or even hitting your head. If either the C1 or C2 vertebra is out of alignment, it can put pressure on the brainstem and lead to such things as migraines. We use a gentle method here at Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California, to coax the bones back into place without the need to crack the spine. Case studies have proven these gentle adjustments to be effective.
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Migraines can leave their victims with little energy for days at a time. As many as 39 million men, women, and children in the USA and 1 billion people worldwide suffer from migraines. Around 10% of school-age children have migraines, and this percentage increases with age. However, what causes migraines remains a mystery among the medical community.
During research, it has been discovered that there are certain external factors that contribute to the pain of migraines. By trying to define what these triggers are and then avoiding them, some have been able to have fewer migraines overall. What are some triggers to look for when it comes to migraines?
Here at Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California, we have seen great success in caring for our migraine patients. Rather than popping, cracking, or twisting the spine, we use a very gentle method that allows the bones to move back into place naturally.
If a misalignment is located in the part of the neck where the skull meets the spine, it can put undue pressure on the brainstem. It only takes a misalignment of ¼ of a millimeter to wreak havoc on the entire body, including causing migraines. We find these small misalignments and then work to correct them. This often leads to fewer migraines, or they may go away completely.
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Those suffering from migraines often do not realize that there are certain things they can personally do to get some relief from the pain. Let’s take a look at a few of these.
Managing stress is important when trying to avoid a migraine attack. This may be easier said than done. However, some have fought and won the battle by finding enjoyment in some of the following activities:
Finding a hobby or activity that can bring one pleasure without stress is vital to managing frustrations in one’s life. If a person finds it too difficult to do on his own, there is no shame in consulting a trusted friend or a counselor. A different viewpoint can often help a person know where to look for more peace in life.
It is vital to develop and then maintain healthy habits. They go a long way in helping one feel better overall. What are some of these?
Something often overlooked is regular check-ups by an upper cervical chiropractor. At Advanced Spinal Care, we examine the bones of the upper neck for tiny misalignments, as these are often the underlying cause of migraines. We then use a gentle method to help the bones move into place naturally rather than popping or forcing them. This helps the spine to stay in place longer and may result in reduced pain. This is a vital element of care that should be a top priority in the fight against migraines.
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For some, headaches come and go. They may not recur for a few days or even months. However, there are others who have headaches on an almost daily basis. If one has headaches for more than 15 days during a 30-day period, this is considered a chronic headache condition. These headaches can be put into subcategories:
Many wonder if headaches that occur so often can have any negative effect on the brain. Unfortunately, the answer to this is yes. Research has proven that those with chronic headaches and migraines have changes in the tissue of the brain when compared to those without a headache condition. Over a long period of time, loss of brain tissue is noted.
Researchers have not been able to pinpoint an exact cause for why brain tissue is lost with both migraines and chronic headaches. Thus, they are continuing to research this matter.
Migraines are often more severe than chronic headaches. They are not technically headaches. Rather, they are a neurological problem that presents with a headache as just one symptom. The symptoms of a migraine are:
There is a common solution that has seen much success in the area of caring for both migraines and headaches. A link has been seen between both of these conditions and a misalignment in the upper neck vertebrae. A misalignment here can cause pressure on the brainstem and may hinder the flow of blood to and from the brain. Here at Advanced Spinal Care, we use a gentle method to realign the bones, thereby restoring communication and blood flow. This is often all that is needed to see a decrease in headaches and migraines.
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An increase in migraines is seen during the summer months. Why is this so? There can be a number of reasons. Here are some of the most common ones:
Trying to avoid a migraine before it hits is a good idea. Avoiding certain triggers or situations that may bring on a headache is vital. Performing preventative measures, such as drinking water regularly and getting enough rest, is also important. However, there is a big difference between a migraine trigger and the underlying cause.
A connection has been noted between a misalignment in the top bones of the neck and migraine headaches. It only takes a tiny misalignment of the C1 and C2 vertebrae to disrupt blood flow to the brain and communication throughout the body. At Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, CA, we correct this specific type if upper cervical misalignment. We use the latest imaging technology to find the exact location of the misalignment and then work to correct it by using a gentle, side-effect-free method. Most patients report an improvement in symptoms. Some see migraines go away completely.
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Migralepsy is a seizure that is triggered by a migraine with aura. For example, a person may suffer from a migraine, and once it is gone, he or she may have a seizure within a few hours. Symptoms include:
It may be hard to differentiate whether a migraine is causing the seizure or the seizure is the reason for a migraine. The truth is that neither is really the correct answer. Some even wonder if a migraine is acting as an aura or a warning, that the seizure is about to occur. This is similar to how someone suffering a migraine may first see sparkles or flashes of light before a headache hits.
Another area to be aware of is a condition referred to as occipital seizures. These have very similar symptoms to migraines, such as:
Both migralepsy and occipital seizures are connected to occipital nerve malfunction. This nerve is located in the brain and is responsible for sending out proper signals. When this does not happen for some reason, a seizure can be the end result, along with auras and migraines. This is linked to the central nervous system working improperly, thereby sending damaged signals.
Success is being seen in helping migralepsy patients with upper cervical chiropractic care. If a misalignment is located in either of the bones of the upper neck, undue pressure is being placed on the spinal cord. This interferes with signals being sent to and from the brain and body. Blood flow and cerebrospinal fluid flow can be compromised, as well. This leads to migraines, seizures, and a host of other health problems.
Using a gentle procedure, the misalignment can be corrected bringing the body and brain back into proper communication. Healing can take over, and the nervous system can begin to function at its optimum once again. This often results in the reduction or even elimination of migraines, headaches, seizures, and migralepsy.
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Twelve percent of Americans suffer from migraines. That is approximately 38 million men, women, and children. There are more people in the US who have to deal with migraines than all those who have been diagnosed with diabetes and asthma combined.
More than a severe headache, migraines are a neurological condition that causes debilitating pain, sensitivity to sounds, lights, and smells, and nausea (just to name a few common symptoms).
When you here about a condition being this common, it would make sense for the medical community to understand the issue well due to lots of funding and research. However, this is not the case with migraines. Often, medications are pushed to cover symptoms. And the primary preventative technique seems to be having the patient keep a journal to learn his or her unique migraine triggers.
One thing that migraine research has revealed is the link between this condition and the way that the brainstem is functioning. As a result, there is good reason to be hopeful.
While medications seem to be nothing more than a Band-Aid for the pain of migraines, researchers are looking into developing a pill that can interrupt pain messages that get processed through the brainstem. However, this is also a form of symptomatic relief. It doesn’t stop the migraine from occurring. It only blocks the pain sensors.
Upper cervical chiropractic, on the other hand, involves finding and eliminating a specific misalignment in the top vertebra of the neck that can affect brainstem function. When this misalignment is corrected, many have seen their migraines become less frequent and less severe. Some have even found complete relief in as little as one or two adjustments.
To learn if upper cervical chiropractic is the right option to help with your migraines, come and see us at Advanced Spinal Care.
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Dr. Pete Tsiglieris of Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California is an Upper Cervical Specialist trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). His upper cervical clinic also serves San Mateo, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Carlos, and Sunnyvale. They are uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines and other headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain and shoulder pain and weakness. More information can be found on our website at https://bayareanuccacare.com/
The most commonly experienced headache is a tension headache. This is a mild to moderately painful headache that often feels as though a band has been placed around the head and is applying pressure. To deal with such a headache, most people either take a painkiller or lie down in a dark and quiet room until it passes. There are, however, some home remedies that people try. These include:
Actually, all of these home remedies are related in a way. They all have to do with the neck. Stress can create tight neck muscles. Heat on the neck can promote blood flow. Icing the neck can reduce inflammation. Posture is vital for keeping the head positioned properly on top of the neck. So really, all of these home remedies lead us back to properly caring for the neck area.
Dr. Pete Tsiglieris of Redwood City, California specializes in taking care of the upper neck. As an upper cervical chiropractor, Dr. Tsiglieris specializes in the C1 and C2 vertebrae. When these bones get out of alignment, the result can be muscle tension, reduced flow of blood, inflammation, or posture problems. In other words, if your headaches are helped by any of the above home remedies, they may be caused by a misalignment.
An examination can reveal if a misalignment is responsible for your headaches. If so, you may be on the way to finding relief right from your first adjustment.
To find a Doctor in your area go to www.NUCCA.org or if you are in the Redwood City California area to schedule your NUCCA evaluation, click the button below:
Want to hear from people like you? Check out our reviews here.
Dr. Pete Tsiglieris of Advanced Spinal Care in Redwood City, California is an Upper Cervical Specialist trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). His upper cervical clinic also serves San Mateo, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, San Carlos, and Sunnyvale. They are uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines and other headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain and shoulder pain and weakness. More information can be found on our website at https://bayareanuccacare.com/
