Friday, October 4, 2013

Natural Relief Of Trigeminal Neuralgia

By Dr. Lauren Millman


There are a collection of conditions known as Cranial Nerve Compressive Syndromes such as Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bell's Palsy, Hemifacial spasm and others. These conditions are among the most devastating of all health conditions both in pain and social impact.

The medical approach to this condition is incredibly invasive, including drugs such as gabapentin and botox injections or a type of brain surgery called Microvascular decompression. This procedure can have serious complications including death, stroke, hearing loss and facial weakness. The surgery itself can cost as much as $70,000.

Natural relief for trigeminal neuralgia is possible if a person has a history of head or neck trauma.

Dr. Michael Burcon an upper cervical chiropractor and researcher from Michigan, has done some incredible research on the upper cervical spine. He has determined that over 90% of patients who have been diagnosed with these types of conditions have suffered a head or neck trauma usually whiplash an average of 15 years prior.

Dr. Michael Burcon an upper cervical chiropractor and researcher from Michigan, has done some incredible research on the upper cervical spine. He has determined that over 90% of patients who have been diagnosed with these types of conditions have suffered a head or neck trauma usually whiplash an average of 15 years prior.

History included being knocked unconscious in a fall when ten years old, significant fall while skiing thirteen years prior and recent fall onto the sidewalk.

History included being knocked unconscious in a fall when ten years old, significant fall while skiing thirteen years prior and recent fall onto the sidewalk.

One week after a specific upper cervical adjustment the pain in the face diminished dramatically in frequency and intensity. After discussing the improvement with her neurologist, she started cutting back on her Gabapentin dosage. After eight weeks, the patient was completely off the medication and pain free. After two years of maintenance care, she is still pain free without medication, even after major dental work.

Dr. Burcon concludes this case study by stating "Although a case study is limited in its ability to provide conclusions, this study is a typical representation of over three hundred cases in the research."

If you've been diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia, then an upper neck evaluation is a logical next step.




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