Ten days ago I woke up with a "crick" in my neck. The pain moved to my head and has not gone away. Is the chiropractor the best first choice for trying to alleviate the pain in the neck and the headache or should I seek medical assistance? Thanks.
2006-07-27 05:15:14 · 13 answers · asked by ItsJustMe 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I think it's always best to err on the side of caution in matters concerning health. The chiropractic advocate in me wants to shout, Yes! Go see a chiropractor now! It will absolutely help you, but I don't know you or your situation and would hate to guide you in the wrong direction if indeed there is a more serious problem at hand.
So how about this? Make an appointment to see your doctor and get an X-ray or MRI just to be safe. If the MD doesn't find any serious threat to your health and can only prescribe you pain medication to mask this symptom, then by all means take your x-rays to a chiropractor. If it is a slipped disk or subluxation (a misalignment of the spine that pinches a nerve), a good chiropractor should be able to help you correct the problem (because it really sounds like a pinched nerve to me).
Ultimately, the decision is up to you. I just want to add that I think chiropractic care with help you immensely because I used to work in a chiro office and saw how it helped so many people with neck pain and headaches. Best of luck to you!
2006-07-27 05:36:49 · answer #1 · answered by Andrea 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-24 00:37:53 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chiropractor For Pinched Nerve
2016-10-02 08:00:02 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Normally, I would not answer a question like this as my expertise is generally in medication but I had severe sciatica while I was pregnant with my 3rd child (after having had twins) and I had sciatica so bad that I was finding it difficult to walk. I tried massage therapy and physical therapy and could not take medication
I went to the chiropractor and the pain was instantly relieved. My hips and lower back were out of alignment because I had carried twins the year before. On occasion a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) can also work but they usually only work on one joint at a time - the chiropractor will do your whole back which works faster. Anyone who does not believe in chiropractors will tell you they are quacks - don't listen.
I don't necessarily believe that chiropractors can cure things like diabetes but they can definitely relieve some types of back pain especially if a pinched nerve is involved which is usually the cause of sciatica.
2014-10-28 11:25:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey hun, I suggest you go to a chiropractor first.
Their appointments are usually $50 bucks cheaper than a medical doctor...if money and health insurance is a concern.
Also, there are no drugs or surgery involved; it's completely "natural".
If the chiro cannot help you, there is a good chance they will direct you to the MDs.
Thankfully, DCs and MDs are starting to work together.
I'm studying to be a chiropractor so I'm all for it.
I wish you well!!!
2006-07-29 19:06:59 · answer #5 · answered by lana13_7 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Personally, I swear by chiropractic care for all things spinal. Just be aware that many people (including my own doctor!) still consider chiropractic to be "alternative" care and may not support you in your choice! But I have had great success with backaches, neck pain and headaches, TMJ, and more with my chiropractor. Go for it!
2006-07-27 05:20:01 · answer #6 · answered by mthompson828 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was that way after I had my daughter, I went to a massage therapist and that helped ALOT. But yeah a chiropractor can help, also try heat wraps and massages. Try to do some stretching excercises as well, those worked for me. If it doesnt get better with any of that or it has gotten more severe then see your doc right away they may have to prescribe a muscle relaxer for you. GL n GWS
2006-07-27 05:20:39 · answer #7 · answered by ladyfreya_1402 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would seek medical assistance first to rule out anything else and make sure it's just a nerve or muscle pain, then go to either physical therapy (my personal choice) or a chiropractor.
2006-07-27 05:18:59 · answer #8 · answered by zippythejessi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2014-09-16 01:26:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it definately can cause headaches.....take some ibuprofen that nerve may still be swollen......if it doesnt get better go see your doctor or your chiropractor.
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2016-04-16 06:07:41 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋