Understanding Hemodynamic Changes and Headaches: The Role of Upper Cervical Misalignment
Introduction The Craniocervical Junction: A Critical Crossroads The craniocervical junction (CCJ) comprises the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae, which support the skull and facilitate a wide range of head movements. This region also houses vital neurological structures, including the brainstem, and serves as a conduit for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and blood flow between the […]
Upper Cervical Spinal Care: A Gentle Approach
Neurological Effects of Upper Cervical Correction Anatomy and Physiology of the Craniocervical Junction The craniocervical junction, comprising the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) vertebrae, is a critical region for neurological function. This area supports the skull, facilitates head movement, and houses the brainstem, the conduit for neural pathways between the brain and the rest of […]
Sleep Hygiene: Important Component of Healing & Recovery
In today’s fast-paced world, the importance of sleep often gets overlooked. As a society, we are staying up later and getting up earlier than ever. The grind never seems to stop. Many people understand that sleep is necessary, yet we consistently cut ourselves short. Proper sleep is a cornerstone of good health and crucial to […]
Spine Pain: MD vs DC
Spine pain in the United States has gotten out of control. Frankly, this fire has been roaring for decades. Though significant improvements in healthcare, scientific breakthroughs, and more modalities are at our disposal now than ever, this problem is not going away anytime soon. Often, I am asked what the most common causes of spine […]
History and Importance of Upper Cervical Spinal Care
Since its inception in 1895, chiropractic has had a tumultuous history. The biggest misconceptions of this wonderful profession start on the inside from the doctors who practice this method of healthcare. This is because, at its core, Chiropractic is a science, art, and philosophy. Many Chiropractic Physicians can agree on the science, which is that […]
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression: A New Direction of Low Back Pain
I see many patients who have already been to physical therapy, have already tried medications and injections, and are contemplating surgery. Oftentimes, these patients have seen the best specialists who have not bothered to look at their MRI and yet recommend surgery. Whether it is a bulging, herniated, or degenerative disc, seemingly the most common […]
Johns Hopkins & Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression
A group of researchers at Johns Hopkins set out to understand how clinicians are managing low back pain with non-surgical spinal decompression. They did this because approximately 25% of LBP in the past three months. Spine-related pain is the second most common reason for a visit to a physician. The current evidence-based guidelines recommend conservative […]
Physician News Network Update: New Hope for Chronic Back Pain
Learn how 1 Indiana doctor is relieving back pain without drugs or surgery! For lower back pain caused by over-exertion, strain, or sprain injuries, treatment for such chiropractic medications and injections may bring relief. But for those suffering from chronic and more severe back pain, there has been a little rescue until that. Dr. Michael […]
The Long-Term Effectiveness of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression
Patients often ask me, “Dr. Lea, what are the long-term effects of this treatment?” My answer depends on how many complicating factors they have or if they have any co-morbidities that may inhibit the healing process. Robert H. Odell, MD, Ph.D., and D. Boudreau, DO, conducted a study that was published in Anesthesiology News in […]
Harvard Medical School & Spinal Decompression
It is no secret that Harvard Medical School is among the top institutions in the United States for teaching the physicians of tomorrow and continuing research to solidify our understanding of health further. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD, is a graduate of Duke Medical School and was the head of the neurosurgery department at Harvard Medical […]
