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Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most prevalent lifelong developmental disability in the United States. Upper cervical doctors have seen tremendous changes in patients with Cerebral Palsy.
Dr. William Amalu of the International Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association has published an amazing case study of a 5-year-old boy confined to a wheelchair with Cerebral Palsy, blindness, chronic ear infections, and severe seizures (30 per day).
After a thorough evaluation the patient was determined to have an upper neck misalignment and Dr. Amalu began a course of care. After the first adjustment, the patient’s mother noted that he had his first good night sleep in weeks. After the second adjustment, the patient’s seizures reduced dramatically to only 10 per day, his vocal drone became a quiet intermittent moan, and he began to clap his hands. His mother noted that he had become more alert, continued to sleep more soundly, began sitting up and looking around, responded to sounds by looking toward the source, and continued with a decrease in seizures to only 5 per day.
During the third and fourth week of care the seizures continued to occur at 5 per day, but all of the severe grand mal seizures had ceased. He was sleeping completely through the night now. For the first time in his life he said "dada". By the end of the fourth week, his therapists suspected that his vision was suddenly improving. A re-examination of the patient was also performed at this time. There were no signs of any: vocal drone, writhing motions, upper neck muscle spasms or tenderness, restricted neck ranges of motion, or ear fluid. He was now capable of sitting up on his own and his mother reported that for the first time he pulled himself up and stood for over one minute. He began showing fine motor skills this week by grabbing his own pacifier and placing it in his mouth. The patient now showed avoidance to bright light, visual fixation and following, and normal direct and pupil reflexes. His mother noted that this was his first month free from ear infections in 9 months.
By the end of the fifth week of care the patient was seen by his neurologist and ophthalmologist. His ophthalmologist noted a drastic improvement with a recovery of central field vision. The patient’s neurologist reported that his Cerebral Palsy had greatly improved and that he would be requesting further tests to evaluate his seizure condition.
The patient’s follow-up examination with his pediatrician noted that his ears were normal and that tubes would not be necessary. During the time period between the seventh and twelfth week, the patient’s seizures steadily reduced to the point of staring episodes only.
There were no outward signs of seizures by the end of the twelfth week. Over the next 10 months, the patient continued to improve. His neurologist slowly reduced his medication causing his staring episodes to go away. With further testing, the patient was eventually classified as non-epileptic and final withdrawal of all medication was made. He never experienced another episode of the ear infections. His vision improved to the point where he was prescribed glasses. The patient continued to learn simple words with clear pronunciation of "dada, mama, eat, and food". His fine motor coordination improved such that he was learning to feed himself. The patient’s mother noted that he was also potty training. His gross motor coordination continually progressed to the point that he was able to walk slowly with the assistance of holding one hand.
Absolutely incredible!
Another study was published where seven patients were tested - two children and five adults. All patients in this study had improvements in many areas including decreased muscle spasms, improved sleep patterns, decreased irritability, decreased pain, and decreased incidence of respiratory and other infections. One child had four unsuccessful surgeries to correct strabismus (crossed eyes) after two adjustments, the crossed eyes were gone. The children were able to hold their heads up for longer periods and are making more attempts at crawling or standing with support. There is also improved clarity and volume of speech in patients with speech and hearing problems. With care, there is overall decrease in muscle activity at all levels and balance improved with eyes closed.
It is clear to see from this research that the connection between neurological conditions like Cerebral Palsy and the upper neck area should be investigated. The brain stem dysfunction that is present with an upper neck misalignment is significant and a variety of different conditions can be caused or exacerbated by this type of a problem.
All Cerebral Palsy sufferers should be evaluated for upper neck misalignments and brain stem dysfunction as soon as possible.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a commonly diagnosed condition when children have a difficult time sitting still, learning, etc. According to the National Institutes of Health children with ADHD have at least six symptoms that start in the first 12 years of their lives.
Children with ADHD may:
As a general rule, modern medicine uses various prescription drugs to treat this condition. Prescriptions have nearly quadrupled in the past decade. Nearly 2.7 million children are now taking mind altering drugs for ADHD symptoms. But these drugs may be doing more harm than good. Read on to learn more.
For example, a Canadian study of 4000 kids showed that those taking ADHD medications performed worse in school than those who didn’t. And demonstrated more emotional problems than those who were untreated.
While upper cervical chiropractic care is not a direct treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, it is a treatment for injuries to the C1 and C2 vertebrae which effect the brain stem. As a result, upper cervical chiropractic care has been determined to have an astonishing effect on ADHD. Is upper cervical chiropractic care right for you or your child? Learn how some have experienced drug-free relief from symptoms.
Upper neck injuries are surprisingly common. Very often, problems with the C1 and C2 vertebrae are the result of birth injuries. The umbilical cord getting wrapped around the neck, or even extended labor, can be the cause of these injuries. Upper neck injuries can also be caused by car accidents and other trauma. Whatever the cause, a subluxation (or misalignment) of the two uppermost vertebrae can have nearly universal effects on the body.
The results are more than just neck pain. In fact, sometimes a misaligned C1 or C2 vertebrae may not even cause pain in the neck. It can, however, result in the brain stem and spinal cord having difficulty communicating with the rest of the body. Since most body functions are the result of communication from this part of the body, if something is obstructing the ability of the nervous system to work properly, the result can manifest itself in all sorts of physical and mental distress. ADHD is just one of many conditions that may improve when upper cervical chiropractic care treats, not the symptom but the root cause, the injury.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/
Right now, you might be feeling pain, but you're not sure what is causing that pain. Well, there is no way to know with absolute certainty before you are examined but if you suffer from one of the following conditions, your pain might be due to Sciatica.
Well, your sciatic nerve is a long nerve that begins in your lower back runs through your buttock and down each of your legs and consist of five spinal nerve roots. Those are nerves that run from the sciatic nerve and connect to the spine. A person experiences Sciatica either when one of those five spinal nerve roots, which start in the lower spine, or the sciatic nerve itself is compressed or irritated.
Sciatica, or the pain you're suffering, is a symptom of what is causing your pain. What is causing your pain is the compression or irritation of the Sciatic nerve or one of the nerve roots. So, while medication may cover that pain, it will not get to the root cause of what is causing that compression or irritation.
Have you been diagnosed with any of the above? Can you think of a previous accident that may have lead to your pain? it's important that if you are suffering pain right now and you think it is Sciatica, that you not simply cover your pain with over-the-counter or prescription medication. An upper cervical chiropractor can examine you and determine if your pain is due to the compression or irritation of your Sciatic Nerve or one of its five root nerves.
Surprisingly sciatica frequently begin with a head or neck injury. When you have a car accident, fall, sports injury etc. that leads to a misalignment between your head and neck the upper neck bones it can lead to severe compensations throughout your entire spine and your body. These compensations can cause irritation and abnormal stress to discs, bones, muscles and nerves. It is important to have a thorough evaluation to determine where your sciatica is originating from.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/
If your doctor diagnosed you with Acid Reflux Disease, also known as heartburn, you can ask them to write a drug prescription for you or you can change your diet. Let's assume you take the more cost effective route—the one that won't lead to possible medical complications due to side effects from medication—and choose to change your diet. The best way to do this is to keep a food diary to help you determine which foods trigger this digestive disorder. The more detailed it is the easier it will be to pinpoint which foods or drinks trigger this digestive disorder. Then, you can change your diet accordingly.
This digestive disorder is caused by stomach acids splashing out of the stomach and into the esophagus. It can also manifest itself as GERD, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, which is a more serious chronic form of heartburn that can lead to complications like cancer. Both are marked by chronic coughing and pain and burning in the chest. Along with certain foods and medications, this can also be triggered by obesity or stress.
So, how do you prevent it? Well, this isn't so much about not eating certain foods as it is about limiting your portions. Remember, this is caused by stomach acid splashing up into your esophagus, which means the less of certain foods you eat the less chance you will have that stomach acids will splash up and out of your stomach.
So, now that you're on the road to determining which foods and drinks you should avoid, you're probably wondering if there is anything else you can do to overcome this problem. Well, yes, there is. You can make an appointment with an upper cervical chiropractor. Neurological dysfunction has been shown to contribute to a susceptibility to acid reflux. Misalignments in the upper neck lead to neurological dysfunction and frequently issues with the digestive system including acid reflux. If you have a history of head or neck injuries is important that you have your upper neck thoroughly evaluated as a possible cause of this neurological dysfunction and acid reflux.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/
Upper Cervical Chiropractic and FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia can be a painful and debilitating disease. While the primary cause of the condition is still unknown, fibromyalgia is often, like chronic fatigue syndrome, diagnosed as being all in the head of the sufferer. The fact is that it may be more in your neck. Consider how upper cervical chiropractic may thus help with this and many other conditions.
While there is still so much that is not known about fibromyalgia, many patients have seen reduced symptoms after seeking upper cervical chiropractic care. Perhaps this is due to the fact that upper cervical chiropractic focuses on the top two vertebrae. These are positioned right at the brain stem. Thus, they are in a position to affect nerves all over the body if they are injured or out of alignment.
Many have received drug free, natural relief for their fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and many other conditions by using upper cervical chiropractic. Upper cervical chiropractic care is an extremely gentle form of care without any popping, cracking or twisting of general chiropractic manipulation, making it much more comfortable for someone suffering from fibromyalgia.
What would it hurt to seek out a local upper cervical chiropractic specialist to determine if this type of care could help you?
Yes, while you may often be made to feel that your condition is all in your head, the fact may be that it is actually in your upper neck. It's time to get rid of the joint pain, headaches, insomnia, and other many and varied symptoms of fibromyalgia. Talk to an upper cervical chiropractic specialist today to learn if this is the right drug-free treatment option for you.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/
Digestive problems such as constipation are common in children. Approximately 12% of all children struggle with constipation. The most common medical approach involves drugs such as stool softeners or laxatives.
But what is causing the constipation?
One of the most important functions of the brainstem is to control the digestive system. Misalignments at the top of the neck disrupt the brain’s ability to properly regulate digestion because of an imbalance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic portions of the nervous system.
Gentle correction of this misalignment restores proper nerve control to the stomach and intestines and symptoms improve naturally.
Are you ready for your family to live healthier? To be able to eat a meal without the fear of what’s going to happen next?
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/.
If you are experiencing pain in your neck or back, that is not something you want to ignore. We know you're in pain, and you may not be able to get into our office right away. That means you will have the temptation to crack your neck or spine. Please, don't do that. That will only make the problem worse. The best thing you can do, if you have back or neck pain, and need relief now, is ice your back. Here are steps to receive the most benefits from icing.
Depending on the source of your pain, you may need to ice more than once a day. But don't leave the ice pack on your neck or back for any longer than 20 minutes. Just go throw it in the freezer, and leave it there for a while. If your pain persists, it may be due to something more than a knot in your back. Here are some common causes of neck and back pain.
If you iced your neck, but your pain persists, these are just some of the conditions that might be causing your pain. Even if your pain subsides after you ice a few times, it is still a good idea to have an upper cervical specialist examine you. There are many underlying conditions that could pop-up later if the initial pain is left untreated.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/.
A group of distinguished experts met in New York City on April 6, 2013 to discuss the impact of a newly identified medical syndrome known as Cranio-Cervical Syndrome (CCS). The conference is expected to become an annual event to address the pandemic needs of the millions of patients (including 1.2 million whiplash injuries annually in the US) who currently have no solution from their symptoms for the lack of an adequate diagnosis or effective treatment. The symposium is called "The Cranio-Cervical Syndrome (CCS): The Vulnerability of the Human Neck and Its Impact on Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Flow."
Although this syndrome is newly identified in the medical community, symptoms associated with the cranio-cervical syndrome are commonly found in an upper cervical chiropractic office. Upper cervical chiropractors have identified this syndrome over 80 years ago calling it the Atlas subluxation complex syndrome. But new technology is finally pointing the medical community towards this critical area of the body.
A press release about the symposium states that it has been convened because of the vast number of patients with the syndrome being encountered by FONAR's UPRIGHT® Multi-Position™ MRI and its UPRIGHT® CSF flow Video Technology and the unexpected discovery of the lack of the medical community's awareness of the existence of this syndrome and of its pandemic dimensions.
The Cranio-Cervical Syndrome is associated with a collection of symptoms centered around different types of headaches and different types of neck pain including:
Additional Symptoms Encountered: Accompanying "Pressure Headaches" to Varying Degree:
With this new technology patients experiencing these symptoms are able to get answers. FONAR UPRIGHT® Multi-Position™ MRI is showing a variety of damage associated with past traumas to the cervical spine and misalignments in the upper neck that are leading to a total or partial CSF flow obstruction.
These obstructions of cerebrospinal fluid flow are leading to changes in the brain, including CSF leaks and increased intracranial pressure. These brain changes are being studied as a probable cause of multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS, and Childhood Autism.
In order to address this syndrome the patient must be evaluated thoroughly in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). If an upper neck misalignment is found, the misalignment can be corrected with a specialized procedure that is safe, gentle and extremely effective.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/.
So, you complained to some friends the other night about some pain, but you told them you weren't sure what it was. They asked you where you felt the pain, and you said everywhere. They suggested maybe you have Fibromyalgia.
Before you assume the worst, you should know the facts about Fibromyalgia. There is one major symptom that is a good sign you suffer from this condition. But before we talk about that, here are some other signs you need to know.
Though, the number one sign of Fibromyalgia is widespread pain throughout the body, and it seemingly results from a neurochemical imbalance. It is thought that these imbalances cause inflammatory pathways that cause our brain to process pain incorrectly.
Unfortunately, like many other conditions, it is a condition some people are more prone to than others. Here is a list of the types of people who are more likely to experience this condition at some point in their life.
So, now that you have a better idea of what Fibromyalgia is and what you should look for, you can do something about it. You don't need to live with this pain. We suggest that you make an appointment with an upper cervical doctor today, so you can receive the proper care. They will set you on a plan to common underlying cause of fibromyalgia symptoms and undetected brainstem injury due to a misalignment of the upper neck. The upper cervical spine, which are the top two vertebrae in your spine frequently get misaligned due to accidents and injuries especially those affecting your head and neck. Upper cervical doctors can frequently locate and correct this upper neck misalignment gently, specifically and effectively so your brain can communicate optimally with your body.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/.
So, you were pulling out of a parking space this morning, you stopped at a stop light, or some other scenario. Maybe you had plans to go to the gym later that morning or to just start a load of laundry when you got home. Whatever the scenario, your plans were interrupted when you were sitting in your car and someone hit you from behind.
Now, you are experiencing a pain in your neck, and you keep hoping it will go away. That's whiplash. It will go away, but it won't go away on it's own. You will have to take steps to make it go away. It is important to follow the below steps to overcome this neck strain.
Ice your neck - Place an ice pack on your neck for 20-30 minutes at a time once every three to four hours for two to three days. Make sure the pack is covered with a thin cloth or paper towel to prevent you from getting frost bite.
Moist Heat – This should only be done after you have followed the above icing procedures for two or three days and the initial swelling has gone down. This might be a good time to take a warm bath or hot tub.
Neck Brace or Collar – If you have one, or know someone who does, you can wear this. But only wear a neck brace if your upper cervical specialist recommends it. They can weaken the muscles, so it is important to only wear them after an examination of your upper vertebra.
Upper Cervical – The most important step in going through the healing process after you experience whiplash is to seek out the care of an upper cervical chiropractor. They can correct any misalignments in your upper neck vertebra.
When you experience whiplash, your neck muscles crack in a whiplike motion, thus causing them to extend beyond their normal range of motion. There is a high probability that when your neck comes to a rest your top two vertebrae, the Atlas and Axis, will be out of alignment. This misalignment can lead to further complications including migraines, vertigo carpal tunnel, TMJ, multiple sclerosis, and more.
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Dr. Donald Erwin of Body Balance Spinal Care in Sacramento, California is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor trained by the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA).Over the past 21 years, Dr. Erwin has helped many people find natural relief in Sacramento, California. His upper cervical clinic also serves the communities of Elk Grove, Roseville, Yuba City, Davis and Placerville. 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 migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, digestive disorders and auto injuries. More information can be found on his website at https://www.donerwindc.com/.
