I recently came across a case report in Explore Jan/Feb 2010, Vol. 6, No. 1 that describes the effectiveness of chiropractic care involving a pediatric patient suffering from migraine-type headaches. I have a attached the article, which can and should be downloaded for anyone suffering or knows someone suffering from headaches. I have highlighted key points throughout the article for your connivance. If you don't wish to download the article, I have listed a few points to better inform you on how chiropractic helped this patient. As always we, at Wasinger Chiropractic & Acupuncture, believe you as a patient should always be informed and understand health is not a right, its a choice!
The case involved an 11-year old male having complaints of recurrent headaches of four-years. He was prescribed medication by his primary physician, but only minor & temporary relief was experienced. Migraine headaches were a problem on the child's paternal side of the family. The child experienced at least one severe headache every seven weeks and an average of 2-3 mild to moderate every month. The pain was "throbbing" but in a non-specific region with no radiating pain to the neck, back, or jaw. The headaches were sometimes accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and photophobia (sensitivity to light). Stress was a provoking and exacerbating factor while sleep occasionally relieved the pain. The article also reports the findings during the physical examination which are highlighted in the article available for download.
The case involved an 11-year old male having complaints of recurrent headaches of four-years. He was prescribed medication by his primary physician, but only minor & temporary relief was experienced. Migraine headaches were a problem on the child's paternal side of the family. The child experienced at least one severe headache every seven weeks and an average of 2-3 mild to moderate every month. The pain was "throbbing" but in a non-specific region with no radiating pain to the neck, back, or jaw. The headaches were sometimes accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and photophobia (sensitivity to light). Stress was a provoking and exacerbating factor while sleep occasionally relieved the pain. The article also reports the findings during the physical examination which are highlighted in the article available for download.
- During initial treatment, the patient reported experiencing only one mild headache.
- In the 2nd month of care, the patient did not experience any headaches.
- Patient attended care for preventive measures and remained symptom free.
- In a meta-analysis of over 27,000 children with headaches, 37-51% of children reported experiencing significant headaches by the age of seven years, whereas 57-82% reported a significant headache by the age of 15.
- The case demonstrated SMT (spinal manipulative treatment) was effective in the treatment of headaches, regardless of the actual headache type.
- Headaches impact a child's life in a number of ways, including school absenteeism, reduction in scholastic performance, decreased home & family interactions, and decreased socialization with peers.
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While going to a Chiropractic practitioner there are several things you should keep in mind that can have a positive effect on your treatment and consequently on the overall health of your body.
ReplyDeleteJanine Zargar
It also assists in lessening the pressure on the nerve roots. Apart from this there are certain other techniques which can are quite effective during a chiro treatment.
ReplyDeleteMoshen Zargar