Headache categories
include migraine with an aura, migraine without an aura,
cluster headaches, tension headaches, and chronic daily
headaches. Individuals also may suffer from headaches due
to chronic sinus congestion.
How
Upper Cervical Care Relates to Headaches: Migraine,
Cluster & TensionWhile medical science has
not determined the exact cause of headaches, recent research
is pointing towards a trauma-induced origin for many types
of headaches. Evidence supports that trauma (in particular
mild concussive injury to the head, neck or upper back)
increases the risk of headache onset. Researchers have
labeled some headaches as being "cervicogenic" in
origin (they are triggered by neck dysfunction). Following
the trauma, headaches can be triggered immediately or they
can take months or years to develop.
The purpose of
Upper Cervical care is to reverse the trauma-induced
upper neck injury; thereby reducing irritation to the nerves
and blood vessels that trigger headaches. While many
headache sufferers recall specific traumas such as head
injuries, auto accidents or falls, some do not. In certain
pediatric cases, the injury can occur from the normal
birthing process. An upper cervical examination utilizing
Laser-aligned Radiography and Digital Infrared Imaging is
necessary in each individual's case to assess whether an
upper cervical injury is present and whether benefit from
Upper Cervical care can be achieved.
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