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Cervicogenic Headache and Chiropractic Treatment

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There are three types of headaches which are most commonly experienced by people of all age groups, specifically by adults and elderly. They are categorized as vascular or neurological headache, muscular or myogenic headache and cervicogenic headache. The common neurological headache is migraine which presents vascular symptoms. Muscular or myogenic headache is typically tension or anxiety associated headache. Cervicogenic headache is usually caused by a combination of neural and skeletal problem in the neck.

The origin of a cervicogenic headache may be perceived at the neck but in reality the cause is in the spine. Different types of cervical sprain including whiplash, physiological ailments such as arthritis and injury in the neck, spine, shoulders or anywhere in the back can cause cervicogenic headache.

The most common and obvious symptom of cervicogenic headache is a consistent and steady pain at the base of the skull, in the neck, throbbing pain in the forehead and behind the brows. The pain can also stretch over to the shoulders, the blades and to the arms. Upper back pain is not often felt but it exists and is suppressed by the more strenuous pains in the neck and head. Stiffness in the neck, muscle stiffness and immobility around the neck and shoulders are also common. Some associated symptoms of cervicogenic headache are vomiting, fatigue, nausea, dizziness and blurred vision.

Cervicogenic Headache and Chiropractic Treatment

There are not many cures of cervicogenic headache in conventional medication. All drugs that are prescribed for cervicogenic headache are aimed at reducing the pain and are thus painkillers, antidepressants and anti-inflammatory drugs but none of them actually target the root cause of the problem. The symptoms may be controlled but the ailment is not cured with such attempts.

Chiropractic treatment is the best solution for cervicogenic headache. Chiropractic treatment doesn’t use any medication or invasive procedures. It simply uses manipulation techniques and various physical therapies to offer a solution. Chiropractic treatment is safe, cost effective and also doesn’t lead to any side effects which are unavoidable with all medications that you would otherwise take.

According to a study, people suffering from cervicogenic headache when subjected to chiropractic treatment experienced reduced disability and pain. 50% of the people reported reduction in all pains, 33% reported reduction in medication usage and 50% witnessed reduction in headache frequency.

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Reference – Haas M. Spegman A, Peterson D, Aickin M, Vavrek D. ‘Dose response and efficacy of spinal manipulation for chronic cervicogenic headache: a pilot randomized controlled trial’. The Spine Journal 2010, 10: 117-128.

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Why See a Chiropractor for Pain Management

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Why See a Chiropractor for Pain ManagementChiropractors are great for any neurological condition. Nerves are in every part of your body, so a trained professional has to know where each one is, and what effects they can have on the body, in order to help with pain management. They are also responsible for movement, because they send messages from the brain to activate the bones, joints and muscles to work. Without the nervous system, we would not be able to swallow, eliminate waste, control blood circulation, reproduction, respiration and digestion. They also take part in the triggering of the senses so that they work properly.

Chiropractors mostly work on the spine, because this is the main nerve center. The spine protects the spinal cord where all nerves branch out from the vertebrae. It is when these vertebrae are out of alignment that pain is caused in the body. The vertebrae irritate that the nerves, so that they do not function properly.

Pain cannot be treated until the exact cause of the pain is determined. Once the problem has been detected, treatment can begin. This will involve spinal adjustments or spinal manipulation. An experienced chiropractor will initiate ways to correct subluxations or misalignments of the vertebrae. Sometimes they can be popped back into position, such as when you see someone having a shoulder realigned and you hear the pop.

If head or cranial injuries have occurred in childhood, they have not always received the appropriate treatment. This will then lead to complications later in life. Of course, injuries can also happen in car accidents, industrial accidents, fights and sports related incidents.

Post or delayed concussion is a perfect example of a head injury that has not been give the proper care from a chiropractor. The patient of course survives but they may start to experience symptoms such as blurred vision, headaches, memory lapses, speech problems, mood swings, brain fog, reflexes decreasing, coordination alters and changes in behavior.

The most common conditions today are headache, back pain and fatigue. They are usually caused by emotional and mental stress. Although stress management can be rectified by an individual in the short term, if it continues in to the long term chemicals in the body, which generally take over. You probably feel like you are on the go all the time, but what your body needs is rest and time to heal. Overtime stress affects other bodily systems. Chiropractors will manipulate the nerves to help them function properly and to balance out the chemicals once again.

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Resources:
https://wellnesscc.com/Adjustments.html
http://masterblog.blog.healthsourcechiro.com/2011/10/08/chiropractic-care-for-your-nervous-system/
http://www.demosschiropractic.com/chiropractic-subluxation.cfm
http://www.demosschiropractic.com/the-body.cfm

 

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How to Naturally Boost Your Immunity to Colds and Flu

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How to Naturally Boost Your Immunity to Colds and FluDefining the Flu

The flu or influenza is a virus which is spread through the air, in other words it is an airborne virus. This virus is a very dangerous virus because it has the ability to mutate itself, which means it has the capability of changing, and thus makes it difficult to invent vaccines for it.

3 Major Types of the Flu (Influenza) Virus

  1. Influenza A – Causes epidemics each year. Swine flu falls into this category, and is very dangerous, it can be deadly.
  2. Influenza B – Causes epidemics each year.
  3. Influenza C – Not currently linked to any major outbreaks.

Although, there are similar symptoms, the flu is different from the common cold. Colds are caused by a different virus, and usually have symptoms that are less severe. Colds usually don’t cause major health complications.

How Influenza (the flu) interacts With the Body

Once the flu virus enters the body, it works its way into the respiratory tract, where it then attaches itself to the surface of healthy cells. The virus then discharges the RNA information of the virus into the healthy cells nucleus, and essentially takes over the complete functions of the cell.

Common Influenza (flu) Symptoms

Different strains of the flu may have varying symptoms, but in general the symptoms of the flu are very similar to those symptoms you might get if you have a common cold.

  • Headaches
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle Pains
  • Sore Throat
  • Sweats
  • Coughing
  • Chills
  • Fever
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea

Cold and Flu Remedies That are Natural

Astragalus – This is a plant that is native to Asia. China has been using this plant, primarily the root of the plant to enhance the immune system for centuries. It is used to treat respiratory infections, the cold, and influenza. It is also used regularly as an energy drink.

Echinacea – This natural herb is known for its antioxidant, and antiviral properties. It is also known to enhance the immune system. This makes a popular herb for treating the flu, and cold the natural way.

Vitamin D3 – It is thought that vitamin D3 will help to enhance the immune system, and will help fight off the cold or the flu.

Water – Making sure to drink a lot of water to avoid dehydration. Dehydration can result in the mucous membranes around your mouth, eyes, and nose to shrink, which allows for the possibility of a virus getting through these natural barriers that your body is naturally equipped.

Rest – Getting plenty of rest can help enhance the body’s immune system. A tired body will be more susceptible to contracting viruses and other illnesses.

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Car Accident Injury and Chiropractic Treatment

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Car Accident Injury and Chiropractic TreatmentChiropractic treatment for car accident injuries may be beneficial in several ways, such as treatment for whiplash. A chiropractor is a licensed and trained health professional who uses an array of non-surgical techniques, such as mobilization and spinal manipulation, in order to treat patients with a variety of ailments including headaches, lower back pain, car accident injury, neck pain, sports injury, etc.

Car accidents happen every day and the individuals involved more times than not are injured. These injuries may be minimal, severe, and sometimes even fatal. Although an individual may not experience pain directly after a car accident, it is detrimental to be thoroughly examined by a health professional in order to properly diagnose any injuries which may have been sustained. Whiplash and low back pain are injuries which can be sustained due to an automobile accident. Chiropractic treatments may be able to ease or sometimes diminish the pain caused by a car accident injury.

Before beginning treatment, a chiropractor must take a few things into consideration, such as a patient’s medical history, the type of injury, and the results of any tests run, including x-rays, in order to successfully diagnose and treat a patient. Whiplash is one of the most common injuries that occur due to a car accident, and can potentially have damaging effects if left untreated. Whiplash occurs when your neck or body is suddenly jerked or jolted, usually due to a rear impact automobile accident. This type of injury can affect many areas in the body, including the head and back. Symptoms, such as fatigue, dizziness, neck pain, headache, etc may occur immediately or sometimes take a few days.

A chiropractor will determine the course for treatment after a diagnosis has been made in order to determine the severity of the whiplash. Sometimes treatment may only involve icing the injured area for several hours after the car accident. However in some cases, the neck injury may be more severe which can require adjustments and manipulation by the chiropractor. The long term objective of treatment is to diminish pain, renew function, and build up the muscles in the neck, shoulders and upper back, therefore the proper healing can occur and the likelihood of persistent pain are reduced.

If you or someone you know has recently been involved in an auto accident and is experiencing neck pain, back pain, or headaches then it can be beneficial for the individual to consult a chiropractor in order to receive proper treatment for the car accident injury sustained during the accident.

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Relief from Chronic Back Pain in Dublin

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Chronic back pain can affect you physically and emotionally. The physical pain can be debilitating and hard to deal with. It may cause a person to withdraw from some normal life experiences because they pain makes them miserable. Some of the emotional effects that chronic pain can cause include anger, fatigue, sleeplessness, depression and anxiety.

The good news is there are ways that you can manage chronic back pain that will give you the relief you need to live your life to the fullest. The chiropractor needs to be fully informed of your complete medical history including current medications, previous surgeries, and ongoing medical conditions.

One great way to get your chronic back pain under control is to seek the treatment of a chiropractor. Chiropractors are able to manipulate your spin and provide alternative treatments. By aligning your body’s musculoskeletal structure, the body can often heal itself without the use of medications or surgery. The process restores joint mobility that is restricted by the tissues that were formed by an injury. Injuries are caused by traumatic events including repetitive stress, sitting without back support, car accidents or falling.

All of these issues can cause chronic back pain problems. The pain relief that chiropractors can relieve is primarily for muscles, bones, joints and connective tissue including tendons, cartilage and ligaments. People often see chiropractors in conjunction with conventional treatment.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care for People Suffering with Chronic Pain

• Chiropractic care is safe and effective for chronic back pain.

• It is a way to naturally relief chronic back pain so patients do not have to deal with the side effects and possible addition problems that pain medications cause.

• In a one month period, patients that suffered from chronic back pain showed grater improvement and satisfaction than those patients treated by their physicians. — Korthals-de Bos et al (2003), British Medical Journal

• Chronic pain suffers experience better patient satisfaction. – Haas et al (2005), Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics

• When the chiropractor has a complete medical history, all chiropractic treatment is based on an accurate diagnosis of your chronic back pain.

• The relief from chronic back pain using chiropractic care has physical and emotional benefits. The emotional symptoms will be lessened or go away entirely including anger, fatigue, sleeplessness, depression and anxiety. This will allow chronic back pain suffers to enjoy normal activities.

 

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