Almost everyone has had a headache. Headache is the most common form of pain. It's a major reason people miss days at work or school or visit the doctor. Headache is third only to back and neck pain for absenteeism.
The most common type of headache is a tension headache. Tension headaches are due to tight muscles in your shoulders, neck, scalp and jaw. They are often related to stress, depression or anxiety. You are more likely to get tension headaches if you work too much, don't get enough sleep, miss meals, or use alcohol.
Other common types of headaches include migraines , cluster headaches, and sinus headaches. Most people can feel much better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax and becoming proactive in preventing them.
The most common treatments for headaches include Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) but these do not come without risks:
"Acetaminophen overdose is one of the most common poisonings worldwide," according to the National Institutes of Health. Taking too much of this pain reliever can lead to liver failure or death.
So what are some other options other than potentially harmful medications?
Research shows that spinal manipulation – one of the primary treatments provided by doctors of chiropractic – may be an effective treatment option for tension headaches and headaches that originate in the neck. A 2014 report in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) found that interventions commonly used in chiropractic care improved outcomes for the treatment of acute and chronic neck pain and increased benefit was shown in several instances where a multimodal approach to neck pain had been used.
Chiropractors gentle re-align the cervical spine allowing the pressure causing the headache to be alleviated. Additionally, Chiropractors may recommend certain exercises, nutritional supplements and dietary changes to help prevent future headaches.
Ginger is one of the most effective and purposeful spices on the planet. There are so many benefits that can help improve health. Whether it’s adding it to a recipe or used as an oil/juice, consuming ginger can be the first step to a healthier life. This spice is packed with nutrients, including gingerol, a natural oil that is ultimately responsible for giving ginger the medicinal properties that provide such wonderful benefits.
Some of the most well-known benefits of ginger is its role in helping nausea, morning sickness, stomach ache as well as inflammation.
A study done by ScienceDirect tested patients who suffered from osteoarthritis. The study revealed joint pain was decreased after taking small amounts of ginger daily.
Another study involved Cholesterol. High cholesterol can increase risk of heart disease. The study, in the Annals of Natural Medicine, determined that LDL (bad cholesterol) may be reduced by consuming 3-4 grams of ginger on a daily basis.
Other benefits seen with daily usage of ginger include decreasing blood sugar, preventing cancer and decreasing risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Whether it’s ginger tea or adding some ginger juice to a smoothie, adding more ginger to your daily lives could have incredible effects on your health, both now, and in the future.
According to Harvard University, studies have shown thta vitamin can reduce the growth of cancer cells, keep infections in control, and help keep inflammation down. By ingesting Vitamin D, the body can help keep your calcium levels high as well. All of these benefits combined work together to keep your immune system strong and fight away infections and sicknesses.
Low levels of Vitamin D are often associated with infections, autoimmune diseases, and frequent sicknesses, so it's clear this nutrient could help out your immune system!
Chiropractic care is based on removing misalignments of the spine allowing the body to heal and protect. By maintaining a properly aligned spine, the nervous system is able to perform at its optimum level, an d thus helping your immune system to function properly.
In the age of COVID-19, keeping your immune system strong is more important than ever. And there are many ways to help increase your intake. You could spend more time in the sunlight, take supplements, or consume more foods that have Vitamin D in them.
There are many ways you can help your immune system, and taking more Vitamin D could be the first step to a more healthy lifestyle!
To my Fairfield friends, neighbors and patients, I would like to thank you for your continued support and commitment to our office. My goal has always been to provide the highest quality chiropractic care in the warmest and most healing environment. You have all helped me to accomplish this goal. I will continue to commit and work harder to make next year even better.
I am honored and humbled by
this award and am so proud and blessed to be part of this
wonderful Fairfield community.
Cheers to all of you and Thank you!
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love that first cup of coffee in the morning? Well you're not alone. The
number of Americans who drink a cup of coffee daily is the highest it's been
in six years. According to Reuters, a study commissioned by the National
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habits. The survey found that 64 percent of Americans drink a cup of
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Headache is the second most common reason for a visit to the Chiropractor. Approximately 70% of men and 80% of women get headaches in one form or another. One of the most debilitating forms of headache is known as Migraines. Typically, these are severe headaches, characterized by throbbing of one side of the head, nausea and vomiting, sleep disturbances and in some cases, visual disturbances.
The traditional forms of treatment for migraines are NSAIDS, ibuprofen, Motrin and drugs usually prescribed as anti-depressants. And as Maria had mentioned, most of the time these drugs were ineffective and did nothing to address the cause of the problem, but attempt to mask the symptoms.
A recent clinical trial of migraine sufferers demonstrated that in 72% of the people involved experienced either “substantial” or “noticeable” improvement after a period of receiving chiropractic care.
As a Chiropractor, my primary objective is to address the cause of the problem.
There are seven vertebrae in your neck which is composes the cervical spine. When a vertebra in your cervical spine misaligns, this can create pressure on a nerve. This pressure is known as a “subluxation” The misalignment or subluxation can be caused by many events. The most common causes are from a traumatic event (slip and fall, motor vehicle accident), but can also be caused by stress, improper nutrition or repetitive motion.
Ultimately then, it is this “subluxation” or nerve interference that may be causing your migraine headache. The job of the Chiropractor is to detect this nerve interference and remove it. By eliminating this interference the cause of the problem is removed. Without drugs, without nasty side effects. This gives the body’s natural recuperative ability the opportunity to heal. The Chiropractic “adjustment” is simple, safe and effective.
Sarah was 10 years old and still wetting the bed. When her little sister was able to ditch the pull ups before her, Sarah was distraught. Her parents tried everything and anything. Her pediatrician’s advice was that Sarah would just eventually outgrow it. In fact, many pediatricians don’t consider bedwetting a problem until a child is 7 years old, but most kids are capable of staying dry all night long much earlier than that. She was already missing out on sleep overs and overnight camp and it was beginning to really have an effect on her self-esteem. Her mom knew she had to try something!
Whether your child is younger than 7 or well beyond that age, bedwetting is no fun for anyone involved. The medical term for bedwetting, nocturnal enuresis, includes both children who have wet the bed since birth and those who have gained bladder control and then seemingly lose it again at nighttime.
Sarah’s mom had a friend that suggested she give chiropractic care a try. She was thinking, “chiropractic for bed-wetting?? My daughter doesn’t have any back pain.” – Absolutely consider chiropractic! There is a nerve called the phrenic nerve which plays a role in the phrenic reflex. This nerve exits the spine between the third, fourth and fifth cervical vertebrae. Chiropractic adjustments can focus on the vertebrae that affect the bladder and can help to improve function of the nervous system by relieving the subluxations that impede on proper communication and function.
In fact, results from a study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (Elsevier Inc., 2005) found that one quarter of the 171 children in the study treated with chiropractic had a 50% reduction of wet nights.
Unfortunately, there is really no way to tell if a child is simply slow in the development of the phrenic reflex, or if a subluxation is the direct cause of the problem. Chiropractic examination can help pinpoint spinal problems, but the only real way to see if chiropractic care will help Nocturnal Enuresis is to actually try it. A series of chiropractic adjustments will generally determine whether or not chiropractic care will be of help. Sarah’s parents tried all traditional methods and decided to give it a try. She was seen twice a week for about a month. They noticed a significant reduction in frequency in incidents until eventually things stopped all together.
When Sarah had made it an entire week without wetting the bed, she was elated. She and her mom went out and got a cute new pajama set and invited kids over for her very first sleep over!
If you have an ailment, there's a good chance that someone, somewhere, is studying whether turmeric can treat it. There are more than 15,000 manuscripts published about curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, and about 50 manuscripts added to this collection each week, according to the National Institutes of Health.
What is turmeric?
Turmeric is a popular spice similar to ginger, known for its bright yellow color and use in curry powders and mustards. Also called "Indian saffron," the plant grows across India, other areas of Asia and Central America. Turmeric flavors a range of dishes, is a vital component of certain religious rituals and has been used for medicinal purposes for nearly 4,000 years.
1. Turmeric Contains Bioactive Compounds With Powerful Medicinal Properties
2. Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory compound.
3. Dramatically Increases the Antioxidant Capacity of the Body
4. Curcumin is linked to Improved Brain Function and a Lower Risk of Brain Diseases
5. Curcumin Should Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease
6. Turmeric Can Help Prevent (And Perhaps Even Treat) Cancer
7. Curcumin May Be Useful in Preventing and Treating Alzheimer's Disease
8. Arthritis Patients Respond Very Well to Curcumin Supplements
9. Studies Show That Curcumin Has Incredible Benefits Against Depression
10. Curcumin May Help Delay Aging and Fight Age-Related Chronic Diseases