Sadly, migraines have become so common that many think if a person has only one or two a month that it is normal. Also, the medications given for migraines, such as Sumatriptan, Rizatriptan, and Eletriptan, are becoming household names. Here are some interesting facts about migraines:
Migraines and other headache types rank at number 5 for reasons that people go to the emergency department. They rank as the 3rd cause for women of the ages 15-64.
- The medications listed above are given to 83% of those suffering from migraines.
- In the year 2009, 6 million prescriptions were given to help people cope with migraines.
- Some may wonder if there is a better, more natural approach to caring for migraines. Rest assured, the answer is yes!
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Migraines Improved by Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care
The truth is that migraines are not supposed to happen. No amount of research done has come up with a conclusive answer as to why they do. Therefore, even one migraine headache is not normal. But more importantly, addressing the underlying cause can give relief to those who are suffering. A link has been seen between migraine headaches and a misalignment in the upper neck vertebrae. This is due to the fact that if a misalignment occurs in this area of the neck, it can affect the brainstem and, in turn, the central nervous system. This hinders communication to and from the brain and body. It also impairs proper blood flow and cerebrospinal fluid flow.
As upper cervical chiropractors, we examine our patients to find out exactly where a misalignment is located. We are aided in our examination by specialized x-rays. Once the misalignment is found, we employ a gentle technique that does not pop or force the spine into place. Rather, the gentle pressure exerted allows the bones of the neck to move more naturally back in alignment, allowing the body’s healing powers to take over and repair the damage done. Many have reported a decrease in migraines, and some have even seen them go away completely.
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