Being diagnosed with a neurological disorder is often devastating. From migraines to Parkinson’s disease, such long-term illnesses can totally disrupt your quality of life. Fortunately, chiropractic care may alleviate many symptoms of neurological disorders. So let’s look at a few common conditions and how a chiropractor can help.
- Migraines
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Neuropathy
- Vertigo
What Are Neurological Disorders?
Simply put, neurological disorders are diseases of the nervous system. Your body has two nervous systems. The central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord, while the peripheral nervous system includes your actual nerves that branch off the spinal cord and extend throughout your body. Now let’s look at each of the illnesses we listed above in more detail and talk about how chiropractic treatments may help.
Reducing Shoulder Tension Can Help With Migraines
A chiropractor can help alleviate the pain associated with migraines by reducing tension in your neck and shoulders. Such tension is one of many possible triggers for migraines. Regular treatment can also help reduce inflammation throughout your body while improving your overall spinal health.
Improving Spinal Health Can Benefit Multiple Sclerosis
MS is a progressive disease of the brain and spinal cord. Because one of the main goals of chiropractic care is to improve your spinal health, regular treatment can often help alleviate the muscle weakness and pain associated with multiple sclerosis.
Improving Muscle Function Aids In Parkinson’s Disease
This neurological disorder affects movement. Treatment by a chiropractor can help improve muscular function and reduce some of your symptoms, such as back pain, tremors, and energy loss.
Realigning Neck Vertebra Improves Trigeminal Neuralgia
Neuralgia means “nerve pain,” and trigeminal neuralgia is a specific type of pain caused by pressure on the trigeminal nerve in your head. This excruciatingly sharp, shooting pain can last for up to two minutes. Usually, it only affects one side of your face at a time, but it can alternate sides. A course of chiropractic adjustment and other treatments can help realign your upper cervical (neck) vertebra. Relieving pressure on the trigeminal nerve can reduce pain and decrease your need for medication.
Bolstering Nervous System Health Benefits Neuropathy
Tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness are common symptoms of neuropathy, which can occur when your nerves are injured or malfunctioning. Your chiropractor may help alleviate neuropathy symptoms with non-invasive adjustments, stretches, and other techniques to improve the health of your central and peripheral nervous systems.
Restoring Nerve Communication Can Alleviate Vertigo
Vertigo is a condition that causes you to feel as if you or your surroundings are moving or spinning, even when you’re stationary. The world may feel like it’s turning, and you may feel dizzy but not lightheaded. Vertigo caused by an inner ear imbalance can be treated with Epley maneuvers or cervical spine adjustments. These treatments correct and enhance nerve communication and improve your balance and coordination.
Chiropractic Care For Neurological Disorders
There are various chiropractic treatments designed to help your nervous system. The ones you may receive vary depending on your medical history and unique needs. In addition to providing pain relief, improving muscle function, and strengthening your nervous and immune symptoms, these treatments can also help reduce stress and anxiety.
- Stretches
- Exercise Rehabilitation
- Massage
- Adjustments
- Spinal Decompression
Get Relief From Your Neurological Symptoms Today
Do you live in Seattle or Ballard and need help with neurological disorder symptom management? If so, consider adding Glacier Chiropractic to your healthcare team. Improved spinal health can reduce many symptoms, from back and neck pain to dizziness, poor balance, muscle weakness, and more. For more information and to schedule an appointment consultation, call us today.
