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Head whiplash; What is the best treatment?

Posted in Head Disorders Neck Disorders

Date: Sep 4, 2019

Head whiplash; What is the best treatment?

Understanding Head Whiplash Whiplash type injuries are also known as cervical acceleration-deceleration injuries (CAD) and are extremely common in motor vehicle collisions, high impact sports, and other traumas that cause a forceful movement of the head and neck. A common misconception about whiplash is that you must hit your head to ...

What is upper cervical chiropractic?

Posted in Health Disorders

Date: Aug 14, 2019

Can upper cervical adjustments be dangerous? Many people who are new to chiropractic care have concerns about the safety of adjustments, especially when it comes to the neck region. Media reports occasionally highlight an injury or serious adverse event following an adjustment and label chiropractic as “unsafe” or “unscientific.” A critical review of the scientific literature ...

Is Upper Cervical Treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia Safe?

Posted in Lumbosacral and Pelvic

Date: Jul 27, 2019

Is Upper Cervical Treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia Safe?

Understanding the Upper Cervical Spine and Trigeminal Neuralgia The upper part of the spine is known as the upper cervical spine or the craniocervical junction. This area of the spine is the most mobile part of the spine and is susceptible to injury and displacement. The upper neck is also the most neurologically sensitive area of ...

Chiropractic Treatment Can Restore Healthy Neck Curve

Posted in Health Disorders Thoracic and Ribs

Date: Jul 7, 2019

Chiropractic Treatment Can Restore Healthy Neck Curve

Understanding Neck Curve One of the most underrated elements of physical health and performance is the appreciation for how the human body is oriented in gravity. We live, work, and play in an upright posture. Whether standing in line at the grocery store, sitting at work, or running on an outdoor ...

Occipital Neuralgia Can Be More Than Just A Simple Headache

Posted in Health Disorders Head Disorders

Date: Jun 14, 2019

Occipital Neuralgia Can Be More Than Just A Simple Headache

Understanding Occipital Neuralgia and What Triggers It There are many different types of headaches, and at times it can be difficult to determine what type of headache you are experiencing. This can lead to delayed or inappropriate treatment, frustration, anxiety, and increased disability over time. Occipital neuralgia is a distinct type of headache and has ...

What is and how cervical myelopathy respond to upper cervical chiropractic treatment?

Posted in Head Disorders

Date: May 14, 2019

What is and how cervical myelopathy respond to upper cervical chiropractic treatment?

Understanding Cervical Myelopathy Cervical myelopathy is a condition that involves spinal degeneration and its effect on the spinal cord and nerves. The cervical spine is the top portion of the spine and consists of 7 segments, called cervical vertebrae. The seven bones of the neck provide a base of support for ...