Fibromyalgia is known for:
- Pain throughout the entire body
- Extreme fatigue
- Cognitive problems, especially memory loss
- Problems getting proper sleep
The condition remains a mystery among researchers who are trying to find the underlying cause, making it a challenge for medical doctors to care for. However, research has revealed a number of interesting things to help with understanding the condition of fibromyalgia.
One thing agreed upon is that the symptoms often appear suddenly, with no previous warning. Sometimes they appear following stress, an accident, or an infection. Another key is what is referred to as dysautonomia – a malfunction of the autonomic nervous system. The nervous system has two branches – the sympathetic and parasympathetic – and both are vital as they work to complement each other. What do they do?
- Sympathetic: Prepares the body for flight or fight when a stressful situation arises. It helps humans to have super strength or abilities for a moment – such as lifting a car off of a victim – due to the release of adrenalin and other factors.
- Parasympathetic: It counterbalances the sympathetic system and calms the body down after the stressor has gone. It provides a check and balance system and helps with digestion and proper sleep.
These systems are controlled by the brain and spinal cord and are negatively affected when one develops fibromyalgia.
Finding Help for Fibromyalgia at NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago
One thing discovered is that a misalignment of the bones of the upper neck can cause a blockage in the pathways of the above-mentioned systems. If the C1 or C2 vertebra is out of alignment, it can put stress on these delicate systems and cause them to work improperly.
We use a low force correction to a specific area of the neck to encourage the bones to move back into their proper position. Once this stress is relieved, the body begins functioning at a much better level. Studies have revealed that this can alleviate some of the symptoms of fibromyalgia or, in some cases, eliminate it completely.
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Dr. Young Chung of NUCCA Wellness Clinic of Chicago, with a location in Chicago and a 2nd location in Wheeling is an Upper Cervical Specialist trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA). His upper cervical clinic also serves Northbrook, Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Buffalo Grove and Vernon Hills. He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines and other headaches, whiplash injuries, post-concussion syndrome. This type of care has also shown benefits for athletic performance and pregnancy outcomes. More information can be found on our website at http://www.NUCCAwellnessChicago.com/
