Migraines affect 38 million people in the United States, 28 million are adult women. That means 18% of adult women in the USA experience this complex condition. That is nearly one in five. Half of these women experience more than one migraine per month and a quarter of them deal with four or more severe episodes each month.
Why does the disparity exist? Why do migraines last longer for women, and why do females report more chronic pain than males? While the reason is not 100% understood, there are a few interesting facts that have a bearing.
All of these factors contribute to the idea that female hormone levels affect the frequency and severity of migraines.
Migraines are also affected by things such as blood flow to the brain and proper cerebrospinal fluid drainage. These factors are often related to the position of the top bones of the neck, the C1 and C2 vertebrae. When a subluxation exists in this part of the body, migraines are just one of the many potential symptoms.
A misalignment can also affect the proper functioning of the brainstem. Because the hypothalamus (the part of the brain that controls hormones) receives many of its signals from the brainstem, anything that affects brainstem function can affect the proper release of hormones in the body. Therefore, even if migraines are hormone-related, proper upper cervical alignment is vital.
If you are experiencing this complex condition, especially if they get worse during times of hormone fluctuations, an upper cervical misalignment may be an underlying factor. Scheduling a consultation with an upper cervical specialist may be your first step toward fewer and less severe attacks.
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