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While there are some basic differences between the three, dizziness, vertigo, and disequilibrium are common symptoms that many people pay a visit to their doctor for. Even though the three may share a common cause and be very similar, it’s important to know the definitions:
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The way our bodies sense and maintain balance is rooted in basic brain-body communication. Through various systems, the body relays messages to the brain about its position. For example, pressure sensors in the feet send messages to the brain about where they are positioned on the ground. These messages are processed in an area of our nervous system called the brainstem. In response to messages about the body’s position, the brain sends signals back to different muscles to help maintain balance and posture.
When brainstem function is compromised, these messages can easily get mixed up. Pressure on the brainstem can occur from a misalignment of the vertebrae whose job it is to protect it. When a misalignment happens at the top two bones in the neck, it can affect the normal communication of the signals responsible for balance. Dr. Crowder helps many patients with vertigo, dizziness, and disequilibrium recover by correcting the alignment of these vertebrae. By restoring normal alignment to this critical part of the spine, normal function is allowed to resume. Proper alignment of the upper cervical spine is especially important for people who experience vertigo and dizziness, as this can be the underlying cause of your condition.
References:
http://vestibular.org/node/2
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If you are one of more than 37 million Americans who suffer from migraines, you can understand how quickly your day can go from normal to terrible. Some studies estimate that 13% of adults in the U.S. experience, with 2 to 3 million chronic sufferers.
Looking at those numbers, it’s easy to see that more than just a run-of-the-mill headache. Migraines have implications beyond just a couple of hours needed to recover. They affect the personal and professional lives of those who experience them on a much deeper level.
Dr. Terry Crowder works with many patients in his McKinney, TX upper cervical chiropractic clinic, assisting them to regain their quality of life. Dr. Crowder focuses on an area of the spine and nervous system that is thought to be related to the cause, in particular, the brainstem. When the two vertebrae that are responsible for protecting the brainstem become misaligned, either through an injury or just daily wear and tear, normal brainstem function can be compromised. One of the results of this can be the type of nervous system dysfunction that leads to chronic sufferers.
When the alignment of the C1 (atlas) and C2 (axis) vertebrae is corrected, the body’s normal, natural healing process is restored. Often, the root cause of migraines lies in a misalignment in this area that Dr. Crowder is able to correct using gentle and specific chiropractic adjustments. Rather than living with migraines and treating the symptoms as they come up, why not get to the bottom of them so life can return to normal?
References:
http://migraine.com/migraine-statistics/
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If you are outside of the local area, you can find an Upper Cervical Doctor near you at www.uppercervicalawareness.com.
Neck pain is one of the most common conditions affecting Americans. In fact, it is reported to be the number three cause of chronic pain in the U.S., affecting more than ¼ of Americans. So, for every 1 person with neck pain, there are approximately 3 without, which begs the question: Why? Is it aging? Is it lifestyle?
The neck can be a very vulnerable part of the body. After all, it carries the weight of the heads, which can range from 10 to 12 pounds. A neck can be injured in car accidents, sports traumas, and even by spending too much time buried in our mobile devices texting.
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A recent article describes a surgical procedure that looks towards the nerves as the source of neck pain. During this surgery, patients are partially awake while the doctor touches different nerves in the neck trying to locate the source of the pain so that it can be addressed. While those doctors are on the right track thinking that nerves can be the source of neck pain, a natural, more conservative option is available and achieves results without having to go under the knife.
In McKinney, TX, neck pain expert Dr. Terry Crowder’s goal is to correct the cause of his patient’s neck pain naturally. Dr. Crowder focuses specifically on the top two vertebrae in the neck, since their unique shape and design can cause them to misalign easier than the other bones of the spine. A misalignment in this area is frequently the culprit of chronic neck pain, and it must be corrected in order to start on the road to recovery. Dr. Crowder’s adjustments are gentle, specific, and given only when necessary to ensure that the maximum amount of healing can occur.
References
http://www.wndu.com/home/headlines/Neck-pain-caused--338052422.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.
