Do you have Vagus Nerve Dysfunction?
Do you have Vagus Nerve Dysfunction? The Hidden Power of Your Vagus Nerve Vagus nerve dysfunction is a common cause, but one of the least understood health problems in the body, but it is still one of the least understood. Part of the reason is that is affects every dynamic of your life: Heart beat […]
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 […]
Colic, Birth Trauma & the Neck
Colic, Birth Trauma & the Neck Gentle Neck Care to Ease Infant Colic Colic in a newborn or infant is NOT normal. And it is NOT something that kids just “grow out of” either. Babies cry for a reason: hungry, scared, wet diaper, etc. So when a baby cries for hours on end, something is wrong. […]
Trigeminal Neuralgia – A Natural Approach
Trigeminal Neuralgia and the Upper Cervical Spine A Natural Treatment Option Trigeminal neuralgia is a debilitating condition causing intense facial pain. Research suggests the upper cervical spine may play a critical role in its onset and treatment. Understanding this connection provides hope for patients searching for solutions. What Is Trigeminal Neuralgia? Trigeminal neuralgia is characterized by […]
What is the Best Pillow for my Neck?
What is the Best Pillow for my Neck? Best Pillow for my Neck: Finding the Right Support for a Pain-Free Sleep If you experience neck pain, finding a good pillow can be one of the most challenging endeavors. Part of the reason is that there is no such thing as a perfect pillow. People can […]
How the Upper Neck Can Contribute to Autoimmune Diseases in the Brain
Autoimmune Diseases & the Upper Neck How the Upper Neck Can Contribute to Autoimmune Diseases in the Brain Autoimmune diseases can be debilitating, affecting various parts of the body, including the brain. One area that has garnered attention in the study of these diseases is the upper neck, or craniocervical junction (CCJ). The CCJ is […]
Multiple Sclerosis: Natural Treatment beyond the Diagnosis
Multiple Sclerosis Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: An Autoimmune Condition of the Central Nervous System Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune condition that primarily affects the central nervous system (CNS). This debilitating disease is characterized by the degeneration of neural tissue, which can be identified through MRI scans. Patients with MS experience a variety of sudden […]
The 5 Things You Need to Know About Chiari Malformation
The 5 Things You Need to Know About Chiari Malformation A Chiari malformation occurs when a portion of the brainstem descends below the normal space inside your skull and into your spinal canal. Imagine a balloon with a piece of string attached. The balloon represents your brain, and the string is your spinal cord. If […]
The Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Fibromyalgia
The Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a functional neurological disorder. It is characterized by full-body pain, weakness, brain fog and chronic fatigue. Fibromyalgia is also a diagnosis of exclusion. This means that the symptoms are 100% real – it is NOT all just in your head! – BUT that it does not show […]