Children’s Health and Happiness

Children You are under care… What about your kids?! The nervous system controls ALL body functions! This is why pressure or pinching of the nerves can be devastating to overall health. Nerve pressure is caused by one or more spinal misalignment(s). If nerve pressure can negatively impact the health of an adult… imagine the damaging effects to the […]

Treating Dementia

Dementia Neurodegeneration vs Neurodegenerative disease Neurodegeneration is the loss of neurons or connectivity. Neurodegenerative disease is the buildup of tau proteins, amyloid beta plaques and alpha-synuclein Lewy bodies; it leads to progressive and distinctive changes in brain chemistry. Dementia is the umbrella term for all neurodegenerative diseases. The best measure for addressing dementia is catching it early. The earlier the detection, the […]

Causes of Neck Misalignment

Common Causes Why Are Neck Misalignments So Common? The top two neck bones (C1 and C2) are unique in their design and function. The purpose of their differences compared to the rest of the spine is to facilitate a larger range of motion that no other part of the spine is capable of. For example, […]

Scoliosis Research

Scoliosis Research Fibromyalgia Awareness and Diagnosis The JAISON Foundation supports Upper Cervical chiropractic research aimed at helping children with scoliosis, a spinal condition that typically begins in childhood and can lead to permanent deformities if left untreated. Unlike traditional treatments like bracing or surgery, Upper Cervical care offers a natural method to reduce and stabilize […]

Deep Relaxation: 3 Steps to Neurological Rest & Repair

Relax Deep Relaxation: 3 Steps to Neurological Rest & Repair In last month’s blog we went over how the immune system THRIVES and gets all its work done when the nervous system is in a parasympathetic state of REPAIR. Conversely, when the nervous system is in the sympathetic state of cortisol production, functions such as […]

Empowering Your Immunity From Within

Immunity Empowering Your Immunity From Within As you know, dependence on antibiotic use has no value whatsoever in a viral pandemic. While there is no known cure for COVID-19, as a community, we are forced to take a different path toward protecting ourselves and each other from any virus. In this way, we can find […]

Spine Safety

Spine Safety Is Neck Cracking Safe? Many patients are treated with relief care rather than corrective care by professionals who work with the spine. In this approach, the spine is mobilized in a non-specific manner to improve movement and temporarily reduce tension. Techniques such as twisting, jerking, bending, and cracking are often used. Although built-up […]

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia Awareness and Diagnosis is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain, stiffness, fatigue, mood changes, and sleep disturbances, often worsened by physical activity. It affects approximately 10% of the population, particularly women aged 20–50. Diagnosis is based on symptom patterns and the identification of tender points in areas like the neck, shoulders, and […]

Vertigo & Meniere’s Disease

Vertigo Vertigo & Meniere’s Meniere’s is a disease that has been well known and documented for 150 years. Initially characterized as vertigo, the diagnosis is made by eliminating all other resembling conditions. When all other causes and conditions are ruled out, Meniere’s disease is confirmed– an estimated 600,000 cases in the United States. Meniere’s is […]

What Triggers A Migraine Is Not The Cause

What Triggers A Migraine Is Not The Cause Migraines can be triggered Migraines can be triggered by factors such as stress, bright lights, fatigue, hunger, hormonal changes, caffeine, or even neck movements. However, these triggers are not the true cause of migraine headaches. In fact, research by Dr. Seymour Diamond, Executive Director of the National […]