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Neck pain is a common problem in the world today, and it may become even more problematic due to the ubiquitous use of tablets, especially for TV binge-watching. Before you spend 4 hours or more slumped over the small screen catching up on your favorite show, consider the following.

Posture and Your Upper Cervical Spine

When you are standing or sitting straight and looking directly ahead of you, your upper cervical spine is balancing your head—all 10 to 12 pounds of it. But when you change your posture, that amount of weight increases dramatically.

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What does this mean when it comes to tablet and smartphone use? To avoid what has been termed iPad-neck by some and Netflix-neck by others, you need to keep your portable device at eye level. Try getting a stand for your device rather than holding it in your lap and looking down for hours at a time. A few seconds to check a text here and there may not amount to much, but hours of TV watching can do some serious damage. 60 pounds of pressure is more than enough to cause a misalignment.

Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care for Neck Pain

Whether neck pain is self-inflicted through poor posture or the result of an accident, it is important to correct any underlying misalignments. This is because the C2 vertebra at the top of the cervical spine can place pressure on the brainstem if misaligned. The results can be everything from migraines to vertigo.

At Crowder Specific Chiropractic, we focus on the upper cervical spine to relieve neck strain and help improve posture, thus reducing the amount of pressure being placed on the upper spine.

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

Migraines, Asthma and the Spinal ConnectionMigraines are an extremely common condition, affecting a whopping 38 million men, women, and children in the U.S. alone.  Also it tend to run in families – if one parent is a migraine sufferer, there is a 40% chance that their child will also have migraines.  If both parents are affected, that chance grows to 90%!  Some people may not realize how debilitating can be – they’re not just a really bad headache.  Migraines are often accompanied by extreme sensitivity to light, sound, or smells, as well as nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances.

A recent study showed a possible link between asthma and migraines.  This link may be due to the common theme of inflammation, either of the airways in the case of asthma, or inside the blood vessels in the case of migraines.  Overall, the presence of asthma in a person practically doubled their risk of having chronic migraines – 15 attacks or more on a monthly basis.

What is important to note about the possible correlation between asthma and migraines is the connection of both conditions to the proper function of the nervous system, which is responsible for the control of inflammatory responses in the body.  Interferences in nervous system function can be caused by spinal misalignments, particularly at the level of the brainstem.  The two bones that normally provide protection for the brainstem can misalign as a result of an injury or wear and tear on the spine.  This can put abnormal pressure on the brainstem, disrupting nervous system function, which can be attributed to chronic sufferer.

Crowder Specific we take a natural approach to migraines. We look at the alignment of the vertebrae in the upper neck that protect the brainstem and are able to gently realign them when necessary.  This allows normal neurological function as well as normal blood flow to be restored between the head, neck, and body.  Vital information is carried via the brainstem, and those messages must be conveyed properly in order for the body to function normally and for you to be migraine free.

References:

http://www.migraineresearchfoundation.org/fact-sheet.html

http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/news/20151204/asthma-chronic-migraine-headaches

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

Migraines and the Nervous SystemThe exact cause of migraines has stumped the medical field.  As more research is being done, signs are increasingly pointing to migraines being a neurologically-based type of event.  A series of chemical reactions in the body can trigger an overexcitement of nerves, in particular, the trigeminal nerve which is responsible for pain sensation in the face and head.  This overexcitement can also spill over to other nerves as well as the meninges that cover the spinal cord and brain, which can lead to all of the symptoms of migraines.

As people who have suffered from a migraine will understand, a migraine is not just a run-of-the-mill headache.  It is often accompanied by a host of other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and visual disturbances.  Auras may precede the start of the migraine event, and can include blind spots, weakness, and visual hallucinations.

For many people with migraines, the treatment approach has been to try and stay on top of symptoms as they appear.  This often means painkillers for the headache, and sometimes hours or days of isolation in a dark, quiet room.  Since migraines are known to have their roots in the nervous system, a solution that has been helping many sufferers is ensuring that there is proper communication in the nervous system.

Communication over those pain pathways can be interfered with by a misalignment in the vertebrae of the spine, particularly of the upper bones in the neck due to their relationship with the brainstem.  In his McKinney, TX practice, upper cervical chiropractor Dr. Terry Crowder has helped many migraine sufferers regain their quality of life by addressing the root cause of their condition.  Dr. Crowder corrects specific misalignments of the top two vertebrae of the neck that, when misaligned, can disturb normal nervous system function leading to the development of migraines.  Addressing the cause of migraines at their source allows for reduction of their frequency and duration without the need for medications.

References:

http://www.healthline.com/health/migraine-causes

http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/what-is-a-migraine-with-aura

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

A Natural Solution to Migraines in McKinney, TXMigraines are an extremely common condition, affecting over 10% of the population, including children.   Nearly one in every four households in the U.S. has someone who suffers with migraines.  For a condition so common, migraines are not very well understood, and most treatment options are geared towards trying to minimize an attack once it has already begun.

There are some lifestyle changes that are recommended for people that may prove to be helpful.  Migraines can be debilitating, so creating routines that allow a person to recognize potential triggers is important.  Some recommended lifestyle habits include:

Finally, an often overlooked but very important step towards the relief is to ensure that there are no obstructions to blood flow and nervous system communications between the brain and body.  Dr. Crowder, a migraine expert in McKinney, TX, focuses on detecting specific misalignments of the atlas and axis vertebrae – the uppermost bones in the neck that sit just beneath the skull.  A misalignment in this area could very well be the root cause of migraines since those bones can directly impact both blood flow and nervous system function.  Dr. Crowder gently works to realign the vertebrae, and as the healing process takes place, many patients find that their are fewer, less severe, or may even go away altogether.

Reference Site:

http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/features/manage-migraines-headaches

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

A Lasting Solution to Summertime HeadachesIt’s the heat of summer here in Texas, and the heat can certainly play a big role in the development of headaches or migraines for many people.

Causes of Summertime Headaches

There are a few major reasons why summertime headaches can be more frequent or more intense:

Regardless of the season or cause of your headaches or migraines, getting to the cause of their occurrence is important to understand how to prevent them from returning in the future.  Sometimes it’s as simple as upping your water intake on an especially hot day.  Other times, there is an underlying spinal cause to headaches and migraines that lies in the upper two bones in the neck, just underneath the skull.

In McKinney, TX, headache expert Dr. Terry Crowder helps people get lasting relief from their headaches without the need for pharmaceutical or other invasive interventions.  As an upper cervical specific chiropractor, Dr. Crowder focuses on making sure the vertebra at the top of the neck are aligned properly and not causing any interference to nervous system function.  Even a very small misalignment in this area of the spine can cause a disruption of blood flow and nervous system impairment that can easily cause a headache or migraine.  Dr. Crowder’s methods are safe, gentle, effective, and above all, a lasting solution.

REFERENCE SITE:

http://www.healthcentral.com/migraine/tools-254342-5.html

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

Surprising Facts about Migraines in McKinney TexasThe number of people in America that suffer other types of  headaches is surprising alone.  It is estimated that approximately 45 million people live with chronic headaches, and of those 45 million, 28 million suffer from migraines.

More Migraine Facts

There are other facts about migraine that may also be surprising to learn about.

Migraines are not only painful and difficult to tolerate, they also contribute to loss of quality of life, productivity, and ability to function normally day to day.  Fortunately, there are natural alternatives to approaching treatment.

 

Upper Cervical Chiropractic Eases Migraines

Dr. Crowder, an upper cervical chiropractor, specializes in detecting the underlying cause of many people’s migraines and other types of headaches.  Upper cervical chiropractors take a specific approach to addressing misalignments in the upper neck, at the level of the C1 and C2 vertebrae.  This area is neurologically rich, and the upper two bones in the neck have the important job of protecting the brain stem.

If a misalignment of either one of these bones is located, a specific adjustment designed for that particular individual has the ability to restore normal function to the nervous system.  This has been an effective way for many to start seeing quick and permanent relief from their symptoms.  By correcting the problem at the root cause, migraine patients are able to get back to living life at a higher standard of quality.

REFERENCES:

  1. Time Inc. Network. 7 surprising things you don't know about migraines. [homepage on the Internet]. 2013 [cited 2015 Apr 3]. Available from: http://news.health.com/2013/06/27/surprising-about-migraines/
  2. Eross EJ. Chronic migraine and medication-overuse headache. Neurology [serial on the Internet]. 2006(66) Available from: http://www.neurology.org/content/66/12/E43.full.pdf+html

To schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Crowder, call our McKinney office at 972-449-5845. You can also click the button below.

If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.

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