In our previous blog, we talked about how exertion can cause an athlete to suffer from migraines. We also touched on how pain in an athlete’s head may be linked to factors and injuries outside of the head, such as the neck and upper cervical spine. It’s odd to think that sports equipment could cause a migraine. Though there can be …
How Contact Sports Leads to Migraines Pt 1 of 2
Professional Athletes and Migraine Headaches Prior Running Back for the Baltimore Ravens, Trent Richardson, suffers from migraine headaches. And he’s not the only one. There are numerous professional athletes who perform day in and day out while they take whatever medication they can find to cover the symptoms of that excruciating pain in their head. Here are some other athletes …
Advanced Spinal Care Washington – Helping Meniere’s Disease
The vestibular condition called Meniere’s disease has its effect on the inner part of the ear. It is accompanied by: Ringing in the ear called tinnitus Vertigo – a false sensation of movement Temporary hearing loss A feeling of fullness in the ear If Meniere’s disease is severe enough, it can cause one to have a drop attack, which means …
Athletic Performance with NUCCA Care
Achieve record breaking athletic performance with NUCCA Care. Whether you are a casual athlete, weekend warrior or sponsored pro you will need a healthy running brain and spinal cord to maximize your athletic performance and post workout recovery. Exercise performance relies on contracting specific muscle groups in a coordinated fashion. In order to contract muscles correctly each muscle group needs …
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Is there any hope? Trigeminal Neuralgia or TN affects 40,000 people every year in the United States. This condition has been labeled the “suicide disease” because it causes a relentless pain in the face that drives some people to end their life rather than face another day with the inescapable pain. Trigeminal Neuralgia can be an expensive condition to try …
Why does my arm go numb?
Should I be concerned? Usually numbness starts gradually. Have you noticed that sometimes when you go to bed your arm goes numb? Or you may notice tingling sensations when you drive a car. Over times these symptoms get more severe or maybe they start to last longer and longer. Why does this happen in the first place? As a child …
Does Sciatic pain hold you back?
Sciatic Pain affects an estimated 3 in 10 people. Often the pain is so bad that daily life is severely impacted. Maybe you can’t drive a car, walk around the grocery store, or play with your child. You have probably tried stretching, physical therapy, exercise and ice or heat. Sometimes these things help but often they don’t last. Why do these …
Victims of Vertigo
Active Vertigo is totally debilitating. People of any age can develop vertigo symptoms and find themselves complete incapacitated. Many go through months or even years without hope for relief. It can cause someone to lose their job and places stress on family and loved ones. Most victims of vertigo have been to every specialist they can think of looking for …
Are you leaving a legacy of health?
“It takes a village” is one of those phrases that still rings true today. Health is a legacy you can pass down to your children, nieces and nephews, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. For many of our patients their biggest health goal is to be able to keep up with their grandchildren. They start care with the inability to play, lift, or …
Does Carpal Tunnel Start in the Neck?
Does Carpel Tunnel start in the neck? Doctors make their best educated guess when it comes to diagnosing a symptom. The British Medical Journal the Lancet found patients that experience symptoms much like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome also experience cervical neuritis (nerve irritation). Cervical Neuritis is a problem in the neck, not in the wrist. Imagine treating this nerve problem that …
Are car rides killing your neck & back?
Are Car Rides killing your back and neck? Do you avoid traveling long distance because of pain or discomfort? Are you finding yourself having to constantly shift weight while you sit in the car? Do you have to stop at every rest stop because you need to get out and stretch? Many people lose quality of life from this kind …
Fibromyalgia: Following the Natural Path Towards Long-Term Relief
Fibromyalgia is one of those conditions that can be so debilitating that it can prevent you from taking care of even the most basic daily tasks. For the more than 4 million adults throughout the U.S. that suffer from fibromyalgia, this can mean the inability to work consistently, less time spent with friends and family, and an overall reduction in …
Natural, Lasting Relief for Chronic Fatigue Sufferers in Graham, WA
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) creates the type of fatigue that doesn’t relent, even with plenty of rest. Aside from this crippling fatigue, CFS sufferers also experience muscle or joint pain, impairments in memory or concentration, insomnia, and symptoms that become much worse after physical exertion. Part of what makes CFS so difficult to navigate is its complexity. There are …