What is the cause of your migraine pain? Researchers have a number of theories that include medications, environment, genetics, and allergies. Yes, there are many things that can affect migraines. There are also two important internal factors to consider.
Central Nervous System – When cortical neurons are depolarized, this can lead to migraines.
Vascular System – When cerebral artery spasms take place, this may cause a migraine. This happens when there is a blood flow problem involving the vessels that carry blood to and from the brain.
Case Studies Involving Blood Flow and Migraines
There have been multiple studies performed that make the connection between blood flow and migraines. In fact, in such cases the main problem has been found to be a misalignment of the C1 (Atlas) vertebra. This misalignment causes a reduced flow of both blood and cerebrospinal fluid to the brain. The result is migraines.
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Restoring Proper Communication with the Body
When the C1 is misaligned by as little as one-quarter of a millimeter, the result can be a reduction in the flow of blood and cerebrospinal fluid. Since the brainstem is responsible for connecting the brain to the rest of the body, such a misalignment can result in communication within the body being partially disrupted. Migraines are just one result of such a disturbance.
While medication may be able to help you cope with the pain, it can’t restore brainstem communication. An upper cervical chiropractor, on the other hand, can restore communication by realigning the C1 vertebra. Dr. Henri Dallies of Hendersonville, North Carolina has received the special training required to perform gentle realignments of this important bone in the upper cervical spine.
Dr. Dallies uses unique imaging technology to determine the exact location and degree of misalignment. Then a treatment plan can begin. Isn’t it time to start treating your migraines at their source, rather than just covering up the symptoms with side-effect-ridden medications? A consultation may be your first step to complete resolution of your migraines.
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