This was another amazing week for our patients at The Vital Energy Center. A long time client of ours referred his friend in who has been suffering from migraines since he was 8 years old. He had never been to a chiropractor before as his regular doctor had discouraged it and only offered medication to relieve the pain, but nothing to address the cause of the migraines. Well Mike (name changed for privacy reasons) decided to come in as his friend had great results here and mentioned that we were different and offered a very gentle and unique approach to chiropractic. On the initial visit, I spoke with Mike for about :20 minutes and discovered that he suffered head trauma when he was a kid and the migraines started shortly thereafter. Everyday, for 30 more years, he was in pain. His medication would only work sometimes and he would often be incapacitated due to the pain. Before conducting the exam, I clearly explained to Mike what chiropractic is, how it works, and exactly what we would and what we were looking for in the exam. During the exam it became clear to both of us that the migraines were a result of cervical (neck) dysfunction. The examine revealed a subluxation (spinal misalignment) in his upper cervical spine (the area where the skull meets the neck) that was irritating his nerve system and causing his pain. We completed the exam and were now ready for an adjustment. Mike was clearly anxious and nervous about his first adjustment, so i patiently explained that it was gentle, specific, painless and he would likely begin to feel better shorly afterwards. A sigh of relief as he lay down on the adjusting table. The adjustment was perfect! Mike sat up with nothing but a blank stare across his face. A quiet moment before a big grin came across his face. I asked if he was ok and he simply said “It’s gone.” Mike was in disbelief that such a gentle adjustment could be so powerful and would it last? I then instructed him on self care exercises and proper sitting and standing posture. A few days later Mike returned. His adjustment was holding, He was still smiling and still migraine free! Chiropractic is AMAZING!! And a fantastic way to eliminate headaches, neck pain, back pain and many other types of physical dysfunction without dangerous drug!! Chiropractic helps your body heal itself!! If you’re like Mike and are experiencing migraines or other pain dont be afraid, give us a call, I think you’ll be glad you did!
Yours in Health!
