In 2013, the National Headache Foundation took a survey that revealed three-quarters of migraine patients felt that weather changes triggered their migraines.  According to the Atlanta Headache Center, weather is the fourth leading migraine trigger.

Other studies have considered the particular weather changes that affect migraines. While barometric pressure changes are the most commonly blamed feature, some studies have been dedicated to researching why the neurological condition becomes more frequent when lightning is in the area.

Do you feel like you can predict the weather with your migraines? If so, you are certainly not alone. 38 million Americans suffer from migraines, and as noted in the studies above, most feel that the weather is a trigger.

While some triggers are avoidable, we can’t escape the weather. So how can you reduce the frequency or severity of your migraines if your triggers are unavoidable?

How Upper Cervical Alignment Affects Migraines

The top bones in the spine play a vital role in the function of the central nervous system. Misalignments of the C1 and C2 vertebrae can affect everything from brainstem function to cerebrospinal fluid drainage. In addition, misaligned vertebrae can also reduce the oxygen reaching the brain. Certainly, the proper alignment of these bones needs to be checked if one suffers from migraines.  

Upper cervical chiropractic involves diagnostic methods of precisely measuring misalignment of the C1 and C2. It involves low force corrections that realign the bones without the popping or cracking of general chiropractic. The result is a long-lasting correction that gives the body time to heal. Conditions due to a misalignment have a solution, including migraines.

If you are suffering from this neurological condition, especially if you have a history of head or neck trauma, find a practitioner near you and schedule a consultation.

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