What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complex condition characterized by persistent fatigue that has no apparent cause and is not relieved by rest. While the exact cause of chronic fatigue syndrome is unknown, it is thought to be related to multiple factors, including viral infections, immune system dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, and vertebral misalignments in the upper cervical spine.
Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Each individual with chronic fatigue syndrome will experience this condition differently and will likely experience a host of different signs and symptoms. Commonly, patients with chronic fatigue syndrome will experience a constant fatigue that is not relieved by rest, difficulty concentrating, headaches, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, unexplained fevers, unrefreshing sleep, muscle pain/weakness, and allergies or sensitivities to food and other substances.
How the Upper Cervical Spine Affects Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
While the exact cause of chronic fatigue syndrome is still unknown, there is some evidence to suggest that problems in the upper cervical spine may play a role in the development of chronic fatigue syndrome. This is believed to be due to the close connection between the upper cervical spine and the nervous system; any misalignments in the upper cervical spine can affect the normal functioning of the surrounding nerves that send electrical signals throughout the body. In turn, this can affect the production of important sleep hormones like melatonin.
Furthermore, dysfunction or misalignment in the upper cervical spine may lead to compression of blood vessels and restriction of blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body, which may contribute to the development of chronic fatigue syndrome.
It is important to note that the link between chronic fatigue syndrome and the upper cervical spine is complex and not yet fully understood. Before beginning any treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome, speak with a medical professional.
How Our Upper Cervical Spinal Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Works
Upper Cervical Chiropractic in Boulder provides specialist treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome using the Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic technique. In conjunction with advance diagnostic techniques, our Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic specialists diagnose and treat upper cervical spinal misalignments that could be contributing to your chronic fatigue syndrome. The Blair technique aims to restore the health and function of the upper cervical spine, thereby allowing regular nerve function to resume and secondary symptoms to subside.
Our Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic technique specialists, Dr. Christina Coblish and Dr. Ryan Moeskau, can provide effective and long-lasting relief from chronic fatigue syndrome. To determine your best treatment options, diagnostic testing is performed to detect whether there is any misalignment in the upper cervical spine that could be triggering your chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms. With the use of cutting-edge 3D modeling software like CBCT scans, Dr. Coblish and Dr. Moeskau can create a detailed, dynamic model of your upper cervical spine. Using this model as a reference helps to take the guesswork out of treatment, showing Dr. Coblish and Dr. Moeskau the exact area to target.
After your initial diagnosis, Dr. Coblish or Dr. Moeskau will perform a series of precise, non-invasive, and gentle Blair correction techniques to push the vertebra back into alignment. Don’t worry, unlike traditional chiropractic treatment, there won’t be any painful popping or cracking. By correcting the upper cervical spine, any compressed nerves will be released, allowing regular nerve function to resume around the body. By restoring nerve flow and function, the body’s hormone production systems will be free to return to normal and your chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms should ease.
If chronic fatigue syndrome is preventing you from doing the things you love, Dr. Coblish and Dr. Moeskau can help. We service patients across Colorado, including Boulder, Longmont, Louisville, Erie, Lafayette, Broomfield, and Denver.