Migraines are a debilitating neurovascular condition that afflict millions. In fact, estimates for the US are that 35 million deal with head pain and 27 million of those patients are female.

How do migraines present? While the experience may be different from individual to individual, many have a feeling of throbbing around the head. Others experience aura before a head pain. This can result in visual disturbances, nausea and vomiting, and ringing in the ears.

The problem with head pain is that they are often unique to the sufferer, and yet treatments are generic. Many are given strong prescription drug. Also, encouraging the patient to keep a diary so as to identify and avoid common triggers is a frequent recommendation.

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A New Method Some Are Using to Fight Migraines

In some parts of the US, a new method is being used to treat migraines. An electronic stimulator is used on the head’s major nerves. This is supposed to work as a jammer to keep pain signals from reaching the brain. For most people, this isn’t an acceptable option since it requires having a device on their head to stop the onset of pain. But it shows that many are looking for new and alternative ways to treat head pain. Consider a different method being used in Renton.

 

A Natural Migraine Treatment Option

Dr. Kurt Sherwood is an upper cervical chiropractor who treats migraines using gentle and specific adjustments to the C1 and C2 vertebrae. How does it work?

Often, head pain are just a symptom of an upper cervical misalignment. These bones protect the brainstem, and a misalignment can cause the right neurological and vascular conditions to produce a head pain.

Clinical studies have shown that as few as one or two adjustments can have an effect on a person who suffers from head pain. The procedure is non-invasive, and there is no twisting or popping as with general chiropractic. Why not set up a consultation to see if upper cervical chiropractic is the right option for you?

References:

  1. Watts K. Have migraines? New treatment now offered in Portland. http://www.kptv.com/story/30112594/have-migraines-new-treatment-now-offered-in-portland#ixzz3p177Q9L3 (accessed 19 October 2015).
  2. Elster EL. Upper cervical chiropractic care for a patient with chronic migraine headaches with an appendix summarizing an additional 100 headache cases. J Vert Sublux Res 2003;AUG(3):1-10

 

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About the Author

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Dr. Kurt Sherwood
Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Renton | Sherwood Spinal Care
Dr. Kurt Sherwood comes from a family of Chiropractors that have been serving the Seattle area for over 50 years. Dr. Kurt Sherwood graduated from the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa in 1989. He has been practicing in the Renton area since that time. Dr. Sherwood is board certified in the NUCCA technique. He is a member of the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA), International Chiropractic Association (ICA), and Washington State Chiropractic Association (WSCA). He serves on the board of directors for the NUCCA organization, is an instructor in the NUCCA procedure, and is a published research author. He is currently volunteering time and resources toward publication of future projects in conjunction with the UCRF.