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Headaches seem to plague almost everyone at one time or another. They are put into two different categories – primary and secondary. What do these mean?
Secondary headaches can be due to such things as weather conditions, too much or too little caffeine, or injury to the head or neck. A concussion may occur if one has had a blow to the head. A concussion happens when the cerebrum – the part of the brain located at the base of the skull – collides with the skull and is bruised. Whiplash is another reason for a secondary headache. Whiplash causes the muscles of the neck to become over-extended.
If one has suddenly begun to have headaches, he or she may be suffering from one of the above problems. Often, when a blow to the head occurs, a misalignment simultaneously happens in the bones of the upper neck. Thus, a good place to start when trying to recover is to make an appointment to see us at our McKinney, Texas practice.
It may be surprising to learn that it only takes a tiny misalignment – ¼ of a millimeter – to wreak havoc on the body. Pressure may be placed on the brainstem. This can hinder blood and cerebrospinal fluid flow to and from the brain. Nerves can also become damaged. All of this creates the right conditions for headaches to occur.
We use a gentle technique to help the bones move back into their original positions. Once corrected, stress is relieved from the brainstem, and proper blood flow is restored. This is often all that is needed to see headaches begin to dissipate or go away completely.
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.
Meniere’s disease symptoms can flare up at any time and make it difficult to carry out normal daily activities. This is because Meniere’s disease a vestibular condition – the system of the body that controls balance and spatial orientation. As a result, the symptoms include:
A Meniere’s attack may last just a few minutes or linger on for hours. In order to control this condition, it is important to understand the underlying cause. For about a century and a half that was believed to be excess fluid in the ears. However, very recent research points toward the cause of this fluid being a Eustachian tube lesion gradually formed by an upper cervical misalignment. Because this lesion can take 15 years to form, it is no wonder that most cases of Meniere’s disease first present between ages 20 and 50.
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Standard relief options for Meniere’s disease include:
The results of these various Meniere’s relief care vary wildly. While many find temporary relief (about a month or so) from injections, others lose their hearing permanently from this invasive method. Medications may provide some help but also come along with unwanted side effects. A low-sodium diet can reduce symptoms, but is difficult for many to maintain.
On the other hand, a study involving 259 patients linked Meniere’s and an upper cervical misalignment (C1 and C2). Another study saw 62 patients with hearing loss regain hearing due to gentle upper cervical adjustments. Many appreciate this natural form of care that doesn’t result in serious side effects and seems to be very effective in helping reduce or resolve vertigo.
If you are suffering from a condition that causes vertigo such as Meniere’s disease, upper cervical chiropractic may help. We encourage you to schedule a consultation to learn more.
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.
