How does an Atlas Misalignment Affect your Vagus Nerve?
How the Vagus Nerve Impacts Your Whole Body How does an Atlas Misalignment Affect your Vagus Nerve? The vagus nerve is one of the most important nerves in your body. It communicates all of the messages between your brain and every single one of your vital organs: Heart Lungs Digestive System Reproductive System All of […]
Trigeminal Neuralgia A Neck Problem in Disguise
Trigeminal Neuralgia A Neck Problem in Disguise Trigeminal Neuralgia is a sharp facial pain that is recognized as one of the most painful conditions known to humankind. The pain follows the branches of the trigeminal nerve: 1. The ophthalmic branch (forehead) 2. The maxillary branch (upper palate) 3. The mandibular branch (lower palate and TMJ). […]
Occipital Neuralgia and the Upper Cervical Spine
Occipital Neuralgia A Different Approach Occipital Neuralgia is more than just a headache or even a migraine. It is debilitating nerve pain that radiates like fire across the back of the head, upper neck and even into the jaw and face. Because it is so intense, even light pressure on the back of the head makes the […]
Post-Concussion Syndrome: Understanding the Factors and Treatments
Post-Concussion Syndrome Understanding the Factors and Treatments Headaches Migraines Brain fog Dizziness & Vertigo Chronic Fatigue Inflammation Full-body pain (e.g., Fibromyalgia). Despite its severe impact on quality of life, diagnosing a concussion typically involves symptomatic presentation rather than findings on diagnostic imaging like X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs. Such imaging is primarily used to rule […]
Atlas Misalignment Symptoms
Atlast Misalignment Symptoms Understanding Atlas Misalignment Symptoms Atlas misalignment symptoms can disrupt your daily life and overall well-being. The atlas, the top cervical vertebra, supports the head and allows smooth head movement. When misaligned, it can affect your body’s entire structure and nervous system function, leading to diverse and often debilitating symptoms. Let’s explore these […]
The Most Common Symptoms of an Atlas Misalignment
Symptoms Of Atlas Misalignment Subluxation The Most Common Symptoms of an Atlas Misalignment An atlas misalignment can have widespread effects on your health. The atlas, or C1 vertebra, plays a crucial role in supporting your head and connecting it to your spine. When this vertebra becomes misaligned, it disrupts many systems in your body, leading to a […]
Concussion Treatment for Kids: Understanding Brain Injuries and the Role of Upper Cervical Care
Concussion Treatment for Kids Understanding Brain Injuries and the Role of Upper Cervical Care Concussions in children, from toddlers to teenagers, are more common than many realize. These injuries often occur during sports, play, or accidents, and even minor head bumps and birthing injuries can impact the brain and spine. Unfortunately, the effects of concussions are often underestimated, especially […]
How Many MPH Can Cause Whiplash?
How many MPH can cause Whiplash? Understanding the Cause of Whiplash: The Role of Upper Neck Alignment in Recovery Whiplash is a common yet often misunderstood injury, typically associated with car accidents. But how many miles per hour can cause a concussion or whiplash ? Surprisingly, it only takes a collision at 5 miles per hour to cause this […]
Intracranial Hypertension and Concussion
Intracranial Hypertension and Concussion Uncovering the Truth About Vagus Nerve Dysfunction Intracranial hypertension is a common brain condition that develops following a concussion or whiplash injury. In brief, IH occurs when there is an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the brain. It is linked with swelling of the brain tissue (aka chronic traumatic encephalopathy, CTE) and is associated […]
How Brain Fog Relates to a Neck Injury
Brain Fog How Brain Fog relates to a Neck Injury Have you ever felt like you’re walking through life in a mental haze, unable to focus, remember details, or think clearly? This common yet frustrating experience is often referred to as “brain fog.” Despite being a non-medical term, brain fog describes a very real and […]