Even though a person may not feel like they are experiencing any of the symptoms right now, it is important to be aware of what they are as this condition can affect anyone at any time. What may cause a person to be more prone to experiencing fibromyalgia? 

• Women are more likely than men to get it, particularly those of menopause age 
• Lack of exercise leading to poor physical condition 
• Genetic disposition 
• Those who have experienced trauma to the brain or spinal cord  

Upper cervical chiropractors, such as those here at Brooks Spinal Care, have had success in helping patients with fibromyalgia find relief from their symptoms. We are a specially trained group within the chiropractic profession. Our focus is on making sure the central nervous system is working properly at the brainstem level. Such things as whiplash, sports injuries, car accidents, and falls can cause a misalignment to occur in the top two bones of the vertebrae. This can cause the head to shift position leading the entire body to begin to compensate for this disruption. The brain, brainstem, nerves, and spinal cord begin to function improperly sending the wrong signals to and from the body and the brain.  
When this misalignment is corrected by an upper cervical chiropractor, normal flow of blood, oxygen, cerebrospinal fluid, and nerves can begin. Healing can take place, and the end result may be a decrease in many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia, or possibly a total remission.  ​

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Chronic fatigue syndrome, until recently, has been thought of as a psychological disorder. Friends, family, and, even, those in the medical field did not recognize it as a real, physical problem. Until February of 2015. It was then that a report by the Institute of Medicine declared chronic fatigue, also referred to as myalgic encephalomyelitis, as an actual disease. Before this, it was believed that people with perfectionist personalities, laziness, or maladaptive beliefs were the ones suffering from chronic fatigue symptoms. 
 
Because chronic fatigue has such a wide variety of symptoms, it is suggested that the term systemic exertion intolerance disease is more appropriate. What are the actual symptoms? 

• Information is processed much slower in the brain 
• Cardiovascular function is impaired, even after exercise 
• Blurred vision or lightheadedness upon standing (orthostatic intolerance) 
• Extreme tiredness 
• Anxiety and depression 
• Abnormal sleep patterns 
• Joint and muscle pain 
• Tissues feeling stiff and swollen ​
• ​Recurring headaches 

​To learn more about the connection between head and neck injuries and fibromyalgia download our complimentary e-book.

Chronic Fatigue Treatment 
Even though chronic fatigue is now recognized as an organic disease, the medical field has still not found a cure for it. It is treated by focusing on symptoms and treating them individually, rather than looking for an underlying cause. Doctors suggest such things as dietary changes, supplements, medications, regular and moderate exercise, acupuncture, and cognitive behavioral therapy. What about a form of treatment that comes along with no side effects and can give long-lasting relief? 
 
One area that is seeing success in treating patients with myalgic encephalomyelitis is that of upper cervical chiropractic care. This type of chiropractic is only practiced by a few select doctors worldwide. We focus on a misalignment that may have occurred in the upper neck. Once this misalignment is detected by the latest techniques and then corrected, we often see positive results in our patients. Improvements in various systems of the body are seen, allowing the patient to sleep better, feel less pain, have increased energy, and experience an overall better life quality. 
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As many as 20 million people suffer from fibromyalgia according to estimates. A woman is 10 times as likely to experience fibromyalgia as a man. Symptoms are not limited to pain. Patients also experience cognitive issues (nicknamed fibro fog) as well as sleep problems.  

When a person has fibromyalgia, chemical and neurological changes take place. These result in the body experiencing pain in an abnormal way. Because of the nature of this condition, healthcare providers often struggle to reach a diagnosis and to provide treatment. At Brooks Spinal Care, we take a different approach.  

Rather than providing prescription medications to help a patient cope with pain, we use NUCCA techniques to provide natural relief with no side effects. Why is upper cervical chiropractic effective at treating fibromyalgia?

To learn more about the connection between head and neck injuries and fibromyalgia download our complimentary e-book.​

When the atlas vertebra becomes misaligned, this can result in many chronic health problems. It can affect both the chemicals produced by the brain as well as affect neurological connections in the body. These two factors both contribute the abundance of pain felt by fibromyalgia sufferers.  
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When the atlas is properly realigned, internal communications can be restored. As a result, pain sensing can return to normal. This can also relieve cognitive problems that result from a misalignment causing blood and spinal fluid flow issues. The result is a reversal of the symptoms of fibromyalgia. A few simple diagnostic tests can reveal whether or not a misalignment is causing your symptoms.  

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A Natural Solution 
 
If the sinuses are affected by a misalignment in the neck, the study discussed earlier shows this can lead to chronic pain and fatigue. By seeking out the care of an upper cervical chiropractor, like Dr. Scott Hanson of Brooks Spinal Care in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a person can begin to get this misalignment corrected. Dr. Hanson is specially trained in detecting and correcting problems in the upper neck area. Once the body is back to fully functioning properly, it can begin to heal. This may lead to less pain and fatigue as well as fewer sinus problems.  

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