How Contact Sports Lead to Migraines Pt 2 of 2

In our previous blog, we talked about how exertion can cause an athlete to suffer from migraines. We also touched on how pain in an athlete’s head may be linked to factors and injuries outside of the head, such as the neck and upper cervical spine. It’s odd to think that sports equipment could cause a migraine.  Though there can be …

How Contact Sports Leads to Migraines Pt 1 of 2

Migraine, Headache, Natural Relief, NUCCA

Professional Athletes and Migraine Headaches Prior Running Back for the Baltimore Ravens, Trent Richardson, suffers from migraine headaches. And he’s not the only one. There are numerous professional athletes who perform day in and day out while they take whatever medication they can find to cover the symptoms of that excruciating pain in their head. Here are some other athletes …

Advanced Spinal Care Washington – Helping Meniere’s Disease

The vestibular condition called Meniere’s disease has its effect on the inner part of the ear. It is accompanied by: Ringing in the ear called tinnitus Vertigo – a false sensation of movement Temporary hearing loss A feeling of fullness in the ear If Meniere’s disease is severe enough, it can cause one to have a drop attack, which means …

Headaches in Children/ Adolescents: Is This Normal?

Does your child suffer from headaches or migraines? Have they complained of unrelenting head pain? Do you find yourself giving adult medication to a child to help them get through the day? Headaches are abnormal in children and often the medical solutions for them are limiting or non-existent. Doing what is best for your child by getting them help and …

7 Shocking Facts About Silent Migraines

Silent migraines are difficult to diagnose, but that doesn’t make them any less serious or debilitating. Here are 7 things you should know about silent migraines. We’ll conclude by discussing a natural way that many are breaking away from the grip of migraines.

Timeline of A Migraine Attack: The 4 Phases

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As upper cervical chiropractors in Graham, Washington, we have been too familiar with every facet of migraines. Migraines are a brain condition known to cause recurring and severe head pain. The headache often ranges from moderate to severe. A study showed migraines afflict at least 1 in 6 Americans. Migraines have been reported as far back as 1500 BCE. Although …

Athletic Performance with NUCCA Care

Sports, Athletes, Migraines, Headaches

Achieve record breaking athletic performance with NUCCA Care. Whether you are a casual athlete, weekend warrior or sponsored pro you will need a healthy running brain and spinal cord to maximize your athletic performance and post workout recovery. Exercise performance relies on contracting specific muscle groups in a coordinated fashion. In order to contract muscles correctly each muscle group needs …

Ringing in the ears driving you Crazy?

Ringing Ear, Tinnitus, Upper Cervical

Why did it start, why won’t it stop, I can’t get it out of my head! Ringing in the ear is clinically referred to as tinnitus and it affects 22 million Americans every year. That is almost 1 in every 10 people in this country. There are two main kinds of tinnitus, somatic and sensory. The most common kind is …

Trigeminal Neuralgia

Migraine, Headache, Migraine Aura

Is there any hope? Trigeminal Neuralgia or TN affects 40,000 people every year in the United States. This condition has been labeled the “suicide disease” because it causes a relentless pain in the face that drives some people to end their life rather than face another day with the inescapable pain. Trigeminal Neuralgia can be an expensive condition to try …

Low Back Pain and the Heel Lift

“They Told Me I Need a Heel Lift…” Has this ever been you at your general doctor’s or physical therapist’s office? An abundance of heel lifts and orthotics are recommended to people every day. Have you ever been told that you could benefit from inserts in your shoes? Some people may be told one leg is shorter than the other …

Health Goals 2019

Getting healthy in the new year can always feel a little overwhelming. Where do you start, what are the first few steps towards a healthier you? Usually people start with eating better and committing to a fitness routine. These are great things to do but exercise can quickly feel un-attainable to someone who deals with chronic pain. Pain can stop …

Why does my arm go numb?

Numbness Testimonial

Should I be concerned? Usually numbness starts gradually. Have you noticed that sometimes when you go to bed your arm goes numb? Or you may notice tingling sensations when you drive a car. Over times these symptoms get more severe or maybe they start to last longer and longer. Why does this happen in the first place? As a child …

Does Sciatic pain hold you back?

Sciatic Pain affects an estimated 3 in 10 people.  Often the pain is so bad that daily life is severely impacted. Maybe you can’t drive a car, walk around the grocery store, or play with your child. You have probably tried stretching, physical therapy, exercise and ice or heat. Sometimes these things help but often they don’t last. Why do these …