Research shows that 92% of people suffering from headaches have found relief with upper cervical chiropractic care. These specialized approaches focus on correcting small misalignments at the top of the neck, where the brain and spinal cord meet.
Even medical doctors have recognized the neck as a source of headaches dating back to the 1950s. The Journal of the American Medical Association noted:
“Headaches are not headaches at all but really a pain in the neck.”
Why Most Headache Treatments Only Mask the Pain
Today, the most common approach to headaches is medication—both prescription and over-the-counter. While drugs may provide temporary relief, they often come with side effects, including:
- Tingling or burning sensations
- Dizziness (vertigo)
- Weakness
- Neck, jaw, or throat pain
- Nausea
- Abdominal discomfort
How Upper Cervical Care Helps
Upper cervical specialists have helped thousands of patients reduce the frequency and intensity of headache symptoms. The C1 and C2 vertebrae are highly susceptible to injury, and even minor misalignments can disrupt nerve communication, contributing to chronic headaches. Gentle, precise upper cervical adjustments target the root cause rather than just masking symptoms.
Only a small group of doctors are trained in this specialized procedure—but several of them may be right in your community.
Reference:
Seletz E. Whiplash Injuries. JAMA. 1958; 168(13): 1750–1755.
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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/