Stopping Migraines With Chiropractic Care
Understanding Spinal Misalignments and Migraines
The innovative and groundbreaking use of upright MRIs to research the effects of spinal misalignments on migraine headaches, neck and back pain, and blood flow is shedding new understanding on the role that misalignment of the spine plays in causing and exacerbating these concerns.
The Connection Between Neck Pain and Migraines
Migraine sufferers often experience neck pain, which is a common symptom of spinal misalignment. When the vertebrae located at the base of the skull are misaligned, central nervous system functioning is impacted. Misalignment can also damage nerves and soft tissue, causing pain and stiffness in the neck and body.
How Misalignment Affects Blood Flow
Blood flow to the brain can be restricted because misalignment creates kinks or slowdowns. Reduced blood flow puts pressure on the brainstem of the spinal cord, which is also linked to migraines. Additionally, misalignment of the C1 and C2 vertebrae can result in pooling of cerebrospinal fluid if proper drainage becomes inhibited.
The Role of Upper Cervical Care
Correcting upper cervical misalignments is proving to be a key to successfully minimizing the debilitating effects of migraines. Upper cervical chiropractic care—specifically atlas orthogonal chiropractic adjustment—is an effective treatment for migraines and associated neck and shoulder pain.
Benefits of Atlas Orthogonal Treatment
Atlas Orthogonal upper cervical care focuses on aligning the C1 and C2 vertebrae with gentle and precise adjustments, avoiding the cracking, popping, or twisting associated with traditional chiropractic adjustments. This method of treating migraines and neck pain is a safe, gentle, and cost-effective alternative to prescription drug therapy.
Schedule Your Consultation
For more information and to schedule a free consultation, call 480-325-6977. The doctors at Foresight Chiropractic, the Valley’s premier Wellness Center, are Board Certified Atlas Orthogonal upper cervical specialists and have been helping headache and migraine sufferers for over 24 years. Call today and take your life back!