A Study on the Size of Your Brain
A recent study published in Neurology (May 22) found that the size of your brain may affect whether migraine sufferers are also more prone to depression. People with smaller brains who experience migraine headaches were shown to have a higher risk of developing depression alongside their chronic pain.
The study’s lead author, Dr. Larus S. Gudmundsson of the National Institute on Aging and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, explained:
“Our study suggests that people with both migraine and depression may represent a unique group from those with only one of these conditions.”
This is not the only research showing structural brain differences in migraine sufferers. A study published in Radiology reported that the intensity of migraines is heightened when there is less tissue over the brain region that processes pain. Similarly, a 2012 report in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that women with migraines were more likely to have small lesions on their brains.
The Upper Cervical Good News
While that might sound discouraging, there is good news: upper cervical chiropractic care can help.
Research using upright MRI scans has demonstrated that a misalignment in the upper cervical spine can alter the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)—the fluid that cushions and nourishes the brain and spinal cord. When CSF flow is obstructed due to misalignment in the top two vertebrae, it can lead to increased intracranial pressure and contribute to migraine pain.
Correcting this misalignment through gentle NUCCA chiropractic adjustments has been shown to reduce intracranial pressure by nearly 30%, restoring more normal CSF flow and reducing migraine symptoms.
Take the Next Step
If you suffer from migraines, there may be more happening than meets the eye. Correcting your upper neck alignment could be the missing link in getting lasting relief.
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Dr. Craig Lapenski at Advanced Spinal Care, in Graham, Washington is one of 27 Board Certified NUCCA Doctors worldwide. His clinic serves the highest quality upper cervical care in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Lapenski also serves a number of patients who are out of state including Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, New York, and more! He is uniquely trained to correct problems in the upper cervical spine (upper neck). This vital area is intimately connected to the central nervous system and problems in this area have been shown to be an underlying cause of a variety of different health problems, including migraines, headaches, fibromyalgia, vertigo, neck pain, back pain, and more. More information can be found on our website at https://www.nuccawashington.com/