Fibromyalgia is the second most common musculoskeletal condition in the U.S., affecting more than 12 million Americans. About 80% of those affected are women between the ages of 25 and 60. Fibromyalgia is frequently misunderstood and misdiagnosed.
Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Common fibromyalgia symptoms include:
- Widespread joint pain and fatigue
- Depression and chronic headaches
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Numbness or tingling in the fingers and feet
- Stiffness
- Other systemic symptoms
While the exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, research suggests potential contributors include:
- Mental, physical, and emotional stress
- Central sensitization
- Neuro-immuno-endocrine dysfunction
- Trauma or injury to the upper cervical area
Upper cervical trauma can result from car accidents, falls, injuries to other parts of the body, or contact sports.
Lifestyle Approaches for Fibromyalgia
Treatment is focused on improving quality of life, minimizing symptoms, and reducing medication dependence. Lifestyle strategies can include:
- Stress reduction techniques
- Limiting artificial sweeteners like Splenda
- Eating more protein to stabilize blood sugar
- Supporting thyroid health with iodine-rich foods like seaweed
- Maintaining proper posture
- Staying hydrated
- Aerobic exercise and relaxation techniques
Upper Cervical Chiropractic
Upper cervical chiropractic addresses misalignments in the cervical spine that can contribute to nervous system dysfunction.
This form of care involves:
- Precise correction of the head, neck, and spine
- Gentle, controlled movements without twisting or pulling
- Relief of irritation to the brainstem, allowing proper nerve signal flow
Developed by B.J. Palmer in the 1930s, NUCCA has been shown to support patients with fibromyalgia and can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional medicine.
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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/