Comparative Effectiveness of Cervical vs Thoracic Spinal-Thrust Manipulation for Care of Cervicogenic Headache
A recent randomized controlled trial compared the effectiveness of cervical spine manipulation (CSM), thoracic spine manipulation (TSM), and conventional physiotherapy (CPT) for managing cervicogenic headaches (CgH). The study found that cervical spine manipulation was the most effective treatment, significantly reducing headache frequency, intensity, and disability compared to thoracic manipulation and conventional physiotherapy. Patients receiving CSM […]
The Association Between Headache and Low Back Pain
Low back pain and headache disorders are two of the top five leading causes of years lived with disability. Often, people with persistent low back pain and chronic headache disorders are managed by clinicians in different specialties, which can lead to unintended medication overuse and, ultimately, an escalation of symptomatology. Spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and […]
The Effectiveness of Manual and Exercise Therapy on Headache Intensity and Frequency Among Patients with Cervicogenic Headache
Spinal manipulation, a common manual therapy, has been identified in a recent systematic review and meta-analysis as an effective treatment for reducing the intensity, frequency, and disability of cervicogenic headaches. This is a ground-breaking revelation for those affected by this secondary headache, who are often left frustrated by the lack of effective treatments. The results […]
Integrating Chiropractic Care Into the Treatment of Migraine Headaches in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Over 38 million people in the US are affected by migraines, and while medications are commonly prescribed, they often have disabling side effects. An overwhelming amount of migraine sufferers also have concurrent issues in the cervical spine. Evaluating the soft tissue and segmental (facet/disc) challenges is critical to achieving optimal results with care for many […]
