A frequent and overlooked cause of headaches is the malfunction of spinal bones in the neck and upper back. When Bones of the spine lose their normal position or motion, sensitive nerves and blood vessels to the head can be affected. When spinal nerves and related tissues are stretched or irritated they can produce throbbing headaches. Aspirin and medications may cover up these warning signs, but do not correct the underlying structural cause.

Many people find relief and correction with chiropractic care. If a thorough examination reveals reduced range of motion, loss of normal spinal curves, or mechanical restrictions, chiropractic care should be considered. After a complete explanation, you'll receive a care program designed for your unique spinal problem. Many patients report headache relief. Others find that the correction of their problem takes longer because their spinal problem has existed undetected form many years.

Every patient responds differently. A continuing schedule of regular chiropractic checkups can help detect, correct and maintain optimum spinal and nervous system function. Regardless of how you respond, enjoy the drug-free results millions have enjoyed by our doctors at CA Clinic. Ask our doctors for a care program designed for your age, condition and lifestyle! Let's start now!

HANDLING STRESS IS PART OF LIFE

The majority of health problems you will experience in your lifetime are either caused by or aggravated by stress. The most common stress-related ailments are headaches, muscle tension, digestive distress, stomach and bowel problem, fatigue, sleeping disorders, and other various aches and pains of unknown origin.

Stress can be physical, chemical or emotional. The result is always damage to a person’s nervous system, particularly in the areas where the nervous system is already overloaded, irritated or damaged.

Your nervous system

The nervous system controls FUNCTION of all the body organs, muscles and tissues. Damage to the nervous system causes MALFUNCTION. Depending on the area of malfunction, your body breaks down and symptoms appear.

During stressful situations your body produces enough adrenaline to get through the situation. This adrenaline also causes your heart to beat faster resulting in an increase of blood flow while digestive abilities decrease.

The production of adrenaline is controlled by the nervous system. Excessive stress can cause muscle weakness, imbalances, spinal misalignments and nerve impingement which in turn may further hinder the body’s ability to produce adrenaline during stressful times.

How can our doctors help you?

Chiropractic reduces the physical damage stress can cause to a person’s nervous system. When the nervous system is overloaded or the spine is traumatized by falls, accidents, poor posture, or lack of exercise, a condition called “subluxation” occurs. A subluxation is a minor misalignment of the segments of the spine causing nerve interference and related loss of function. A subluxation can interfere with proper nerve flow, inhibiting the body’s ability to adjust to stress. With the combination of Acupuncture in the treatment, the effectiveness of recovery is more impressive.

Stress only causes damage when the outer environmental stresses are greater than your resistance to them. The easiest way to handle stress is to exercise regularly, avoid high sugar and high fat foods, have a positive mental attitude and get our doctors adjustments regularly to keep your nervous system in shape.