Up to 46% of the world’s population is afflicted with the alienating pain of migraine headaches. These headaches are difficult to diagnose and even harder to find a solution to. Doctors, various healthcare providers, and even dentists are looking for new and better ways to help their patients cope with migraine pain. Generally, an over-the-counter or prescription drug is used as a remedy. However, more people, patients and doctors alike, are looking into natural ways to alleviate migraines.

One such person is a dentist located in Pennsylvania. He is examining the role of the jaw, neck, and head muscles in bringing about a migraine. He has discovered that the brainstem is closely related to how these muscles work and, in turn, how they affect brainstem function. He is changing the way forces are being transmitted through the jaw. By having different neuromuscular patterns, the chemistry around the brainstem changes, leading to fewer migraines.

Is This a New Approach to Migraines?

For many years, upper cervical chiropractors have seen the same connection as the above-mentioned dentist. The alignment of the top two bones of the neck vertebrae, the C1 (atlas) and C2 (axis), are critical to the health and well-being of a person. This is particularly true when it comes to caring for migraine headaches. A connection has been made between migraines and upper cervical misalignments. A misalignment here disturbs the way that the muscles around the jaw function as they lie close to each other.

It all starts with a detailed history of the patient. Then specialized x-rays are utilized to determine if the vertebrae are out of alignment and whether or not this is affecting the jaw. Then use a gentle adjustment along with a scientific method is used to readjust these bones. No popping or twisting is involved. This allows the body to begin healing the damage to the tissues caused by this misalignment. Proper neurological function is then developed, and many patients report feeling better in a matter of only a few adjustments.

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