More unknown Facts about Migraines

Last week, we talked about three little known facts about migraines, and this week we'll look at three other things you may not know. Though, first, we want to begin where we ended last week, and that is by talking about the wrong way and right way to take care of this neurological disorder.

Too often, those who suffer from this debilitating pain will try to find relief in medication, but medication only cover the symptoms, it may possibly cause these headaches to get worse or occur more frequently. The best thing you can do is seek the care of a health care professional who can help alleviate the underlying source of your pain, and that means allowing an upper cervical chiropractor to examine the two vertebra in your spine.

We'll discuss that more at the end of this blog, but first let's look at four more things you may not know about migraines.

1. Loss of Stress – According to research by Dr. Buse's team, people who suffer from migraines are at a 20% higher risk of an attack when their mood suddenly changes from sad or nervous to happy or relaxed. These are called “let-down” migraines and may occur due to a dramatic drop in hormones. It is recommended that in order to avoid peaks of stress, you do yoga or take breaks.
2. Head and neck trauma – According to a statement by Dr. Emil seletz in the Journal of American Medical Association, “Headaches are not headaches at all but really a pain in the neck.” Research links whiplash and other neck injuries to migraine headaches, which begins due to the susceptibility of injury to the upper neck. This can cause a brainstem injury that can cause migraines and other chronic headaches.
3. Increased risk of Stroke - Migraine sufferers are also at an increased risk of suffering from strokes and other cardiovascular problems, and those who deal with migraines with aura, women 35 and older, women who use oral contraceptives, and women who smoke are at an even higher risk. Dr. Buse's team of researchers is not sure why there is an increased risk, but they warn that, “a history of migraine with aura should be considered and important risk marker for stroke.”

A Temporary vs. Permanent Solution for Migraines

As we mentioned at the beginning of this blog, while medication may give you temporary relief from your pain, it will not address the underlying cause. Migraines are a neurological disorder that can manifest themselves in various forms. People usually think of headaches as the only sign of a migraine;  but they can also cause vertigo, nausea, temporary blindness, and other symptoms.

For that reason, it is important to understand that a bottle full of pills never offers healing. Your best solution is to seek the care of an upper cervical specialist, so they can help restore your body to its normal function.

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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/