Did you know that Usain Bolt, the fastest man alive today, has a scoliosis? You might be surprised to hear that such a fit athlete suffers from a condition affecting his spine. According to Bolt, his spine is curved like an “S,” but it does not bother him. Thanks to keeping his back and core […]
Over the years, more and more people are becoming aware of fibromyalgia. Perhaps, news of celebrities getting diagnosed with this condition sparked people’s sudden curiosity. Lady Gaga, Morgan Freeman, and Lena Dunham are among those celebrities who reported having fibromyalgia. These interested parties have searched Google for answers to questions like: “What causes fibromyalgia?” “What […]
Besides being synonymous with suffering, back pain often come hand in hand with sleepless nights. As a result, most people seek a lower back pain chiropractor or massage therapist to help them ease the pain. If you’re not keen on taking pain medications due to concerns about side effects, allergies or sensitivity to certain drugs, […]
Have you ever experienced weakness or numbness in the first three fingers of your hand? Does your wrist feel painful? Does the pain seem to extend towards your hand and arm? Do you experience some difficulty in the coordination of your hand and fingers? If your answer is yes to these questions, you might want […]
Millions of children in the USA participate in sports like basketball, soccer, hockey, and football. Sadly, a large fraction also experiences concussions. As a parent or guardian of a child athlete, it pays to know a thing or two about dealing with such trauma or injury. What are the symptoms you should look out for? […]
Dr. Kurt Sherwood graduated from the prestigious Palmer college of Chiropractic with academic and research honors in 1989. Since then he has been private practice in the Seattle Washington area, focused on the NUCCA procedure exclusively. Dr. Sherwood is also a member of the International Chiropractic Association and the Washington state Chiropractic Association.
Dr. Julia Radwanski is a Board Certified NUCCA doctor at Vital Brain & Spine in Bridgewater, NJ. She graduated at the top of her class with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at New York Chiropractic College and remains committed to providing the highest quality NUCCA care for her patients. Her passion for NUCCA began long […]
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) causes facial pain in a broad sense. Perhaps, it’s why many people tend to mix this pain disorder with other conditions that share similar symptoms. Misdiagnosing pain disorders and other health conditions will not make finding an effective method for relief easy. You might be prescribed techniques that would work well with […]
Living with Meniere’s disease can be quite a challenging experience. It may also seem scary, especially if you experience severe symptoms like vertigo attacks, ringing in the ears, or hearing loss. Fortunately, approaches such as the NUCCA chiropractic for Meniere’s Disease are frequently providing lasting relief. Besides that, you can also tap into other lifestyle […]
Headaches are one of the most common symptoms that people experience. Several factors can lead to headaches, including emotional changes, physical injuries, and environmental changes. One of the most commonly encountered headaches is a tension headache. A tension headache feels like a band tightening around your head. The pain from this headache can range from […]
Do you often feel tired even after sleeping long hours? Do you experience symptoms like widespread muscle pain, brain fog, chronic insomnia, and frequent sore throat? If you answer yes to both questions, you may have chronic fatigue syndrome (CF). It’s a long-term disorder that tends to impact many parts of the body. Often, you […]
There are many misconceptions surrounding whiplash. When people hear the word “whiplash,” they immediately think about insane daredevil stunts and brutal accidents. However, this is a relatively common neck injury that may require help from a chiropractor for neck pain and headaches. Another misconception about this injury is that it only arises from car accidents […]
The jaw is critical to performing various activities like speaking and chewing. Sadly, if you get diagnosed with TMJ disorder, jaw pain becomes a huge part of your everyday routine. A person with TMJ disorder experiences pain mostly because the TMJ or temporomandibular joint has suffered from wear and tear. Alternatively, the disorder can also […]
Countless patients flock to a chiropractor for vertigo each month, looking for a way to alleviate their symptoms. After all, vertigo can cause disorienting effects. It can prevent you from working and impact your personal life a variety of ways. Unfortunately, many patients who suffer from vertigo episodes don’t know why they have the symptoms […]
Did you wake up to the feeling of discomfort in your jaw area today? Have you been trying to shake off the pain by moving your jaw but aren’t getting any success? You may be experiencing temporomandibular joint disorder. Many people have found relief with a jaw pain chiropractor to help their temporomandibular joint. You […]
Ask a neck pain chiropractor, and they would tell you headaches and neck issues are a frequent persistent sources of discomfort for people. We have come up with a list of the things you should and shouldn’t do to achieve relief from neck aches. Reminders for Your Neck Pain 1. Read at eye level. […]
Does your kid suffer from migraine attacks? Will taking your child to a migraine chiropractor help? What can you do to help your child feel better? As a parent, these may be some of the common questions you have when you realize that your kid suffers from migraines. As it turns out, pediatric migraine has […]
Anyone familiar with sciatica can agree that it’s hard to enjoy life when you have lower back and leg pain. One moment you’re having a wonderful time with your family and friends, then a few seconds later, you sit down, feeling sore and in terrible shape. This is just one of the many sad and […]
Fibromyalgia brings about pain that is widely felt all over the body. The experience can be so intense and overwhelming that it can leave the person feeling exhausted every day. People afflicted with this condition are always searching for ways to manage the pain. Many people are looking into the benefits of chiropractic care for […]
Scoliosis is a condition when the spine arcs laterally or sideways. Many people turn to a scoliosis chiropractor to identify the real reason for this spinal deformity. If you have scoliosis or care for someone who does, knowing as much as you can about this condition works to your advantage. It will significantly help you […]
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) affects around six percent of the adult population in the world. It can cause various symptoms ranging from painful achy fingers to feeling pins and needles in your hand and arm. When the painful symptoms start showing, they could cause significant disruptions in your routine. Good thing, you can now make […]
In a world where working from home has become the new norm, many people who have herniated discs find it more difficult to cope. After all, prolonged sitting can indeed exacerbate the pain caused by a bulging disc. Once the pain sets in, it can last for hours or days. So, how do you cope […]
TMJ it is the jaw joint and it stands for temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Every person has one on each side of his head, which links the jawbone to the skull. When the temporomandibular joints and the surrounding area our irritated or become dysfunctional, this leads to a TMJ disorder. This article will cover some of […]
Have you been feeling dizzy lately? Is your ear ringing? If you answered “yes” on both counts, you may have Meniere’s disease. This article will cover the indicators of Meniere’s disease and upper cervical care as a possible remedy. The National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association doctors have helped many people struggling with Ménière’s disease. In […]
Many NUCCA patients wonder how concussion and chiropractic adjustment relate to each other. After all, concussions are a highly prevalent problem that causes mild to severe disruption in a person’s day to day activities. So, is it truly possible to experience natural and lasting relief from debilitating symptoms of post concussion syndrome (PCS)? How can […]
Chiropractor Whiplash When one’s neck suddenly snaps forward and backward, this often results in pain and strain called whiplash. This quick, often unsupported neck movement can cause long-term damage to unsuspecting people. According to a chiropractors who specialize in whiplash, this type of injury frequently occurs as a result of car accidents, close-contact sports, or even […]
As the name implies, cluster headaches are a type of headache that tends to recur in a specific pattern. Each episode tends to be relatively short, ranging from around 5 to 10 minutes. However, these could reoccur several times in one year. Many patients who come to NUCCA doctors for headache chiropractic adjustments describe their […]
Living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or CFS can be quite difficult and sometimes frustrating. It takes out the joy in doing everyday activities like running around with your dog, bonding with the family, or even going to work. It can also become more challenging if it comes with symptoms like fibromyalgia, impaired cognitive function, and […]
Sciatica affects a large fraction of the population. However, sciatica remains one of the most misunderstood conditions in the medical community. If you or a family member have sciatica, knowing about the condition could come in handy in minimizing its impact on your life. In the short list below, we’ll go through some of the […]
In war, there are no victors, only victims. Even when an army prevails over its enemy, the winning force soldiers come home with physical and psychological wounds. From World War I, up to World War II and the Vietnam War, and even to the most recent conflicts in the Middle East, many men and women […]
Can you imagine being married to a person who never smiles and never changes facial expressions? Well, a couple not only imagined it. They tied the knot. A 2018 news article featured a man from the United Kingdom and a woman from the United States who met online and fell in love. Both of them […]
There is a growing demand for a neck pain chiropractor‘s expertise as people contend with the daily physical, mental, and emotional stresses of 21st-century life. All these make people feel all sorts of pain, from the neck down to the rest of the body. When people are stressed, they tense up, which causes the muscles […]
In the United States alone, the total cost of care for migraines reaches a staggering $28 Billion. Yes, that’s a “B”, as in billions. As if the head’s pain is not bad enough, this condition also burns holes in your pockets. You may not have noticed it, but it has personally cost you a lot […]
If you have not heard of fibromyalgia chiropractic as a natural pain relief method, please read this because it might make a positive difference in your life and other people who matter to you. Fibromyalgia can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Even celebrities like award-winning actor Morgan Freeman, singer Lady Gaga, and comedian […]
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is an ailment that occurs due to any compression or irritation of the median nerve. Running from the neck to the arms, the median nerve is responsible for the feeling and moving of the hands and fingers. One of the reasons people can develop carpal tunnel syndrome over time because of […]
“Back pain is such a pain in the neck!” Confused? Let’s get to the neck part a bit later. First, let’s agree that people who experience pain in their body attribute it to so many things. Those who seek a low back pain chiropractor think it is because of some physical activity or straining themselves […]
In recent years, more and more people who engage in sports have benefited from the care of specialist who can help someone who is suffering from post-concussion syndrome, who some patients would even call their post-concussion syndrome chiropractor. After feeling the usual body fatigue and bouts of headaches, pro athletes and recreational sports-goers have eliminated […]
Eight-time Olympic gold medalist and 11-time world champion Usain Bolt is one of the best runners in sports history. He still holds the record for the 200-meter and 100-meter dash and the 4 x 100-meter relay race. On the outside, “Lightning Bolt” is an exemplar of athletic excellence. Many people do not know that he […]
If you feel severe pain when you brush your teeth or simply put a smile on your face, trigeminal neuralgia may be the culprit. Trigeminal neuralgia is one of the most painful disorders that can affect anyone. It is a chronic pain disease that affects the trigeminal nerve, the nerve responsible for sensation in the […]
Meniere’s disease is a disorder of the vestibular system, specifically the inner ear. It is a form of endolymphatic hydrops with symptoms occurring due to abnormally huge amounts of fluid present in a person’s inner ear. Unlike other vertigo-causing conditions, Meniere’s disease is quite rare. Only 615,000 Americans have Meniere’s disease, but at least 45,000 […]
Living TMJ disorders can come with a lot of challenges. It could result in severe pain and discomfort and prevent you from enjoying your usual routine. If you have this condition, knowing natural remedies for TMJ disorders can make a lot of difference in your life. Find out how you can see improvements in your […]
What is whiplash? How can a neck pain chiropractor help deal with symptoms? Often, patients who had suffered from a serious neck injury from an accident often ask these two questions. Let’s tackle these two topics to help you find long-term relief from your condition. Understanding whiplash injury In general, people commonly hear that whiplash […]
If you experience uncontrollable, dizzy feelings from time to time, it’s probably vertigo. A vertigo chiropractor can help you deal with common causes. But before you seek one, first, you must be able to pin down what’s behind your vertigo attacks. Let’s start by answering the most commonly asked question: what is vertigo? What […]
Headaches are one of the most common problems people are suffering from today. The pain from headaches can be chronic, meaning they happen at least 15 days in a month. They may also appear irregularly. Let’s take a look at the many different types of headaches and what you can do about them, including a […]
In the past, many people doubted chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) as a real condition. Thankfully, we have become more accepting of CFS, and the controversy surrounding the condition has largely disappeared. Today, more people recognize it as a real condition. CFS affects people of any age. Yet, it is more frequent in women between the […]
Sciatica is one of the most painful lower back conditions. Besides lower back pain, many other symptoms can make this condition quite debilitating. Some frequently asked questions about this condition may include: What are some of the symptoms of sciatica? How long does it last? Where can I turn for sciatica relief? How can I […]
What symptoms can you expect during a TMJ flare-up? What causes a recurrence? Can a TMJ chiropractor, such as a NUCCA practitioner, help your TMJ disorder? We are going to address the answers to these questions and more in our article today. An ailment that affects the jaw would fall into the category of a […]
Are you experiencing a stiff or sore neck? This is a common health ailment all across America, especially for those who work on a computer or spend a lot of time on mobile devices. One solution is to search out a neck pain chiropractor, such as a NUCCA practitioner. While the adjustment is going to […]
A lot of people experience migraine headache; thus, many are seeking chiropractic migraine headache relief. Migraines are more than just a worse type of headache. There is so much more to this condition. Migraines are a neurological condition that brings a variety of symptoms. They are incredibly debilitating when they occur, capable of stopping a […]
Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex chronic pain condition. It affects people socially, physically, and mentally. In the past, FM was called fibromyalgia syndrome, fibromyositis, or fibrositis. Even then, it has a reputation for causing widespread pain throughout a person’s body. Its symptoms often come and go. However, whenever the symptoms become severe, they can be […]
Injuries can happen anytime at work, and back pain is one of the most common causes of injuries in the workplace. Back pain can occur out of the blue, or it can come on gradually. Its pain levels can be from a dull ache to sudden, sharp, throbbing, or constant excruciating pain. The pain can […]
Dr. Michael Zabelin is a fully certified NUCCA doctor practicing in San Francisco as the sole practitioner of Cow Hollow Chiropractic clinic. He is a graduate of Pacific States Chiropractic College/Life Chiropractic College where he was an honor student and valedictorian. Dr. Zabelin is past Chair of the NUCCA Education Committee and designed and implemented […]
Dr. Marshall Dickholtz Jr. is one of only twenty board certified NUCCA doctors worldwide. He practices in Northbrook, Illinois and is an authority on the diagnosis and treatment of adults and children with headaches, musculoskeletal conditions, spinal disc syndrome, back and neck pain, and other neurologically based conditions. He has more than thirty years of […]
Dr. Ben Kuhn has extensive experience and education in engineering, physics and computers, outdoor living and building. Upon completing all the requirements needed for beginning a chiropractic course of study, he moved himself and his family of then four, to Davenport, Iowa, graduating in 2006 with his Doctor of Chiropractic. He was president of the […]
Dr. Lapenski discovered NUCCA while in Chiropractic college and following his first NUCCA adjustment, realized this was the care he needed to provide for his patients. Dr. Lapenski graduated with honors from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 1999. He has been in private practice in Graham, Washington ever since. Over the past […]
Dr. Barbara Read is a wife, mother and Board Certified in the N.U.C.C.A. technique (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association). She graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1997 then worked in Chicago as an associate of Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Sr., one of the founding members of the N.U.C.C.A. organization. She is a credentialed instructor for […]
NUCCA and Pinched Nerves Pinched nerve is frequently a misnomer as the nerve is not necessarily pinched but irritated. However when someone says that they have a pinched nerve it’s usually because they are experiencing pain, tingling, numbness, weakness, and other symptoms in an affected area of the body depending on the nerve that is […]
NUCCA and TMJ TMJ dysfunction generally presents with pain in the jaw that can radiate toward the neck and ear. A popping or clicking sound when the jaw is moved as well as a limited range of jaw movement often accompany the pain. A 2012 study revealed the benefits of NUCCA for TMJ pain relief. […]
NUCCA and Dizziness Dizziness can be used to describe a wide range of feelings and conditions that affect people. Many classify everything from the feeling of lightheadedness to vertigo as varying types of dizziness. Is it possible for NUCCA to help patients who are suffering from this sensation? Consider the following two examples. Two Case […]
NUCCA and Whiplash Whiplash injuries can have long-lasting effects. Just a couple of these include migraines and vertigo. One study that involved 300 patients helped show a link between whiplash injuries and various health conditions. It also revealed benefits from the help of upper cervical chiropractic care. The Results of the Study While the study […]
Neck Pain Relief from Low Force Upper Cervical Correction A 2009 study revealed the benefits of an upper cervical low force correction for helping to relieve neck pain and disability, and more recently, research performed in 2015 showed NUCCA and other upper cervical techniques to be effective at relieving various conditions including neck pain with […]
NUCCA and Sciatica A 2011 case study sets a stunning example of the benefits of upper cervical chiropractic care when it comes to those who experience sciatica as well as other health conditions. Sciatica is a common cause of lower back pain involving irritation of the sciatic nerve which stems from the spinal cord and […]
When it comes to the pain of carpal tunnel syndrome, most patients are looking for quick relief from the weakness, numbness, or tingling being felt in the wrist and hand. Some who experience carpal tunnel find that the pain is worse at night. A patient may also get slight relief when shaking the hand on […]
NUCCA and Back Pain Scoliosis is definitely more than a mere structural defect. A recent case study underscores the benefits of going to a NUCCA scoliosis chiropractor when it comes to back pain and scoliosis. The patient was a 15-year-old girl with a history of lumbar pain (lower back) as well as scoliosis (44-degree angle […]
NUCCA and Vertigo What is vertigo? It is the feeling that motion is present when there is none. For example, the patient may feel that the room is spinning. This feeling may only last for a few minutes, or it may last for hours. In some cases, the sensation is strong enough to cause nausea […]
Migraine Headaches and NUCCA A clinical study shows the connection between migraine headaches and NUCCA care. The research involves 11 migraine patients who received NUCCA care to improve their condition. Let’s take a look at how the study was conducted and how the results show the benefits of seeing a NUCCA migraine chiropractor. The Method […]
NUCCA and Headaches Dealing with constant headaches can be incredibly frustrating, especially if you lead a busy life. It could prevent you from doing your usual chores. It can also impact the quality of your life. Fortunately, there has been a lot of research done to find a long-term solution. Existing research literature supports the […]
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and NUCCA Care NUCCA care may be valuable for improving the quality of life and sleep in some patients as recently reported in the literature. In this case series, a Psychiatrist screened 32 candidates, for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), allowing 19 patients to participate. What happened to these patients and how did […]
Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS) as a Neck Problem The sudden deaths of high profile football players like Junior Seau have made the complications of head trauma and concussions a hot button topic in sports and medicine. While concussions are considered mild traumatic brain injury, the truth is any brain injury is anything BUT mild. While most […]
Ménière’s Disease and NUCCA If you or someone you know is struggling with Ménière’s disease you know that off-balance feeling. One ear is ringing and it is difficult to hear. Vertigo or dizziness, ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and hearing loss are the triad of symptoms typically found in Ménière’s disease. Symptoms last between 1 […]
Trigeminal neuralgia episodes are known to be one of the most excruciating types of pain known to man. The episodes are characterized by bursts of rapid lancinating pain along one side of the face (along the distribution of the trigeminal nerve). A few movements that can trigger trigeminal neuralgia include: Sleeping on the affected side […]
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