MIgranes helped by Bellevue Chiropractor

Dr. Steven W. Kaplan of Crossroads Chiropractic Center has helped many patiens with migrane symptoms. Pain in the back of the head, temples and behind the eyes are all common. Visual disturbances, light and sound sensitivity are also common. Nausea and dizziness can also occur. The upper cervical regions has a lot to do with headaches and migranes. The first cervical nerve innervates the neck, scalp, forehead and some eye function. The same vertebra and nerve can affect equilibrium and cause nausea. Many patients experience immediate relief with their first adjustment. There is usually inflammation in the area, so ice is recommended to manage the inflammation. It usually takes a few adjustments to stabize the area and exercises are necessary to help keep the neck stable. Chronic cases may take longer. A simple thing to try is when you have a migrane, lie down with an ice pack under your skull and neck. Make sure there is a towel between the ice and skin. Lie there for 15 minutes and see if the symptoms subside. This will prove that there is inflammation in the upper neck. The ice will be a short term fix. Chiropractic adjustments will restore proper mechanics to th region and take away the stress and inflammation. Please call for a complimentary evaluation.