Essential Family Chiropractic Center in Naperville, IL.
Dr Richard Hagmeyer D.C.
Chiropractic Health -- Migraine &
Headaches
Headaches: Migraine, Cluster & Tension
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 & Tension
While 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 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.
Research Summary
By 2007, Dr. Hagmeyer had cared for approximately 200 patients with
chronic headaches including migraines, cluster, tension, sinus, and
the like. All patients showed evidence of trauma-induced upper
cervical injuries during examination (upper cervical radiographs and
digital infrared imaging). Many patients recalled specific
incidences of trauma (auto accidents, falls, concussions,
whiplashes, sports injuries) that could have caused their upper
cervical injuries while some did not.
Contact our Naperville Chiropractic Clinic for more information or to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Richard Hagmeyer
River Run Center | 1020 104th Street | Unit 100 |
Naperville, Ill 60564 | 630-718-0554
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