A concussion may occur due to whiplash. Whiplash is described as a sudden impact that causes the head to move back and forth (or side to side) like the cracking of a whip. A concussion can lead to serious health problems later in life if it is not cared for properly. It is not necessary for one to lose consciousness in order to be diagnosed with a concussion. A concussion is actually a mild traumatic [Read More]
Interestingly, almost half of children examined by upper cervical chiropractors have a misalignment in the bones of their neck. While this number does decrease when infants are involved, it still exists. It is possible that trauma at birth may have caused a misalignment to occur leading to such health problems as: Chronic ear infections Sleep disorders Issues with digestion How Upper Cervical Chiropractic Helped One Infant with GERD It may be hard to believe that [Read More]
Migraines can turn a person’s world upside down when an attack strikes suddenly. Some people experience what is called aura before a migraine occurs. What does this mean? Aura is a warning sign that occurs before a migraine attack that varies depending on the person. It can include: Flashing or sparkling lights Tingling in the hands and face Temporary visual disturbances Feeling weak physically Since migraines remain a mystery among medical professionals and researchers, auras [Read More]
Trigeminal neuralgia is chronic pain that is connected to the trigeminal nerve that sends signals to the brain about sensations in the facial area. If a person has this condition, something simple that stimulates this nerve can bring him extreme pain. He or she must take extreme care when doing any of the following: Brushing teeth Chewing Washing the face Putting on makeup or lotion Smiling Sleeping on the affected side Because the above are [Read More]
If a person has endured an accident, the connective tissue of the spine is often affected with arthritis begin a potential result. This can lead to a feeling of weakness and a number of other health problems. Such things as: Muscles that have been torn Damage to tendons and ligaments Disc that become worn out or move out of place Joints that no longer function properly The types of accidents that cause these problems are [Read More]
Text neck is becoming a serious problem in today’s world of technology. Some even feel it is becoming an epidemic. Approximately 2-4 hours of the day is spent looking at mobile devices. This means that a person’s head is bent forward looking down for long periods of time. Why is this such a problem? It is vital to a person’s health to have a natural c-shaped curve to the neck. This begins to develop when [Read More]
It may be surprising to learn, but approximately 2 million Americans suffer a head injury annually. The majority of these are regarded as minor. If the injury produces a certain number of symptoms, then medical doctors will generally diagnose it as post-concussion syndrome. However, it is vital to realize that even if a person did not have major trauma, they could still be affected by the minor injury sustained. Just because there was no blood, [Read More]