Migraines

Headache categories include migraine with an aura, migraine without an aura, cluster headaches, tension headaches, and chronic daily headaches. Individuals also may suffer from headaches due to chronic sinus congestion.

How Upper Cervical Care Relates to Headaches: Migraine, Cluster & Tension

While medical science has not determined the exact cause of headaches, recent research is pointing towards a trauma-induced origin for many types of headaches. Evidence supports that trauma (in particular mild concussive injury to the head, neck or upper back) increases the risk of headache onset. Researchers have labeled some headaches as being "cervicogenic" in origin (they are triggered by neck dysfunction). Following the trauma, headaches can be triggered immediately or they can take months or years to develop.

The purpose of Upper Cervical care is to reverse the trauma-induced upper neck injury; thereby reducing irritation to the nerves and blood vessels that trigger headaches. While many headache sufferers recall specific traumas such as head injuries, auto accidents or falls, some do not. In certain pediatric cases, the injury can occur from the normal birthing process. An upper cervical examination utilizing Laser-aligned Radiography and Digital Infrared Imaging is necessary in each individual's case to assess whether an upper cervical injury is present and whether benefit from Upper Cervical care can be achieved.

Case Study Headaches

Research Summary - Headaches

By 2009, Dr. Elster, an Upper Cervical doctor has cared for approximately 200 patients with chronic headaches including migraines, cluster, tension, sinus, etc. All patients showed evidence of trauma-induced upper cervical injuries during examination (upper cervical radiographs and digital infrared imaging). Many patients recalled specific incidences of trauma (auto accidents, falls, concussions, whiplashes, sports injuries) that could have caused their upper cervical injuries while some did not.

Testimonials from Headache Sufferers

A 70-year-old patient with crushing headaches and eye pain that wouldn’t ease no matter what the neurologist prescribed. He rated his pain on a scale of 1-10 as being a 12! Upon reexamination after upper cervical care he rated his pain as being a 1 out of 10!

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