Fibromyalgia can be a painful and debilitating condition. While the primary cause remains unknown, fibromyalgia—like chronic fatigue syndrome—is often misunderstood, with some dismissing symptoms as being “all in the head.” The reality is that the source may lie more in your upper neck. Upper cervical chiropractic may provide a safe, natural path to relief.
Many patients report reduced fibromyalgia symptoms after receiving upper cervical chiropractic care. This approach focuses on the top two vertebrae, located at the base of the skull near the brainstem, which allows them to influence nerve function throughout the body. Misalignments in this area can disrupt the nervous system, potentially contributing to widespread pain and other fibromyalgia-related symptoms.
Patients have experienced drug-free relief not only for fibromyalgia but also for related conditions like irritable bowel syndrome and chronic headaches. Upper cervical chiropractic is an extremely gentle form of care—there’s no popping, cracking, or twisting as in traditional chiropractic adjustments, making it especially comfortable for those with chronic pain.
If you’re struggling with fibromyalgia, seeking a local upper cervical chiropractic specialist could be a life-changing step. While your symptoms may sometimes feel “all in your head,” the underlying cause may actually reside in your upper neck. Relief from joint pain, headaches, insomnia, and other fibromyalgia symptoms is possible—talk to a Board Certified NUCCA Doctor today to see if this drug-free treatment is right for you.
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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/