Heart Pain From Cervical Spine

"Degenerative disease affecting bone and cartilage of the cervical spine and coronary infarction. Various extensions and mobilization techniques for the cervical spine seems to bear proof of the alleged correction, when they result in prompt elimination of cardiac pain." Bruckmann, W. (1956) German Medical Weekly 81, 1740 "Osteochondrosis of the Cervical Spine and Coronary infarction."

Vision/Blindness

*"Spinal manipulation was determined for visual disorders by four opthamologists independent of the other. Patients were examined before and after manipulative treatment. In all cases, the vision improved (in either visual field and/or visual acuity)." 

R.F. Gorman DO. "An Observer's View Of The Treatment Of Visual Perception Deficit By Spinal Manipulation." A survey of 16 patients, Sydney, Australia, 1991 (published privately)

*An elderly man presented with traumatic vision loss. An optometric and opthalmological examination revealed, treatments were not indicated and the vision loss was permanent. The patient was referred to a chiropractor. After a series of adjustments to correct subluxation in the atlas and axis (C1,C2) vertebrae, vision returned.

"Visual Recovery following Chiropractic Intervention." Journal of Behavioral Optometry, Vol 1/1990/number 3/Page 73, 74.

 

Cranial Trauma & Head Joints (C1,2)

Many discomforts subsequent to cranial trauma remain latent for a considerable length of time and were unexplainable until now. They are due to subluxations of atlas and axis. They consist of muscular reflectoric, radicular and sympathetic N.S. symptoms. Chiropractic treatment aimed at realigning cervical vertebrae is the recommended course of action and can relieve all symptoms completely. G. Gutmann, MD, (1955) Cranial Trauma and Head Joints (German Medical Weekly), 80, 1503

Facial Pain

Unusual facial pains were linked to functional disorders of the cervical-occipital juncture due to musculotendon, vascular and sympathetic nerve irritations in the upper cervical spine. P Wessely MD, and H. Tilscher MD, (1984) Unusual Facial Pains Linked to Functional Disorders of the Cervical-Occipital Junction/Studies on Pain)6.(Pain and the Motor System. 80 Eds. Berger, M. Gerstanbrand, F. and Lewitt, K. Stuttgart and New York: Gustov Fischer.

"Records of numerous cases including myocardial ischemia showed lesions of the spinal column are perfectly capable of simulating accentuating, or making a major contribution to (organic) disorders. There can, in fact, be no doubt that the state of the spinal column does have a bearing on the functional status of the internal organs." W. Kunert, MD. (1965) Functional Disorders of Internal Organs Due to Vertebral Lesions. CIBA Symposium (3); 85-96.

Eye Jerking Nystagmus

Nystagmus (involuntary jerking movement of the eye) is caused by a condition in the cervical spine involving it's bones, joints, and or muscles, affecting the neural information from the proprioceptors (nerve receptors) in the cervical spine.  Collar, M., Couraux, C. Thiebault, M.D. (1967) Neurological Review) 117, 677 "Nystagmus Caused by Conditions of The Cervical Spine."

Headache

"It appears that chiropractors have been right all along. A team of doctors at Syracuse University have established with scientific, anatomical proof, that damaged structures in the neck (subluxations) are the cause of many chronic headaches." December 28, 1995. Life Toronto Star: Life Section Peter Rothbart MD.

Depression

"It it not surprising that chiropractic manipulation lifts depression. It is possible that chiropractic maneuvers will become an important tool in psychiatric treatment."  RF Gorman DO, (Franz vonKurkel) "Chiropractic for Rejuvenation of the Mind." Academy of Chiropractic Medicine (8 Budgen Street, Darwin Australia 1983)

Headache, Ear Buzzing, Extreme Fatigue, Sleep Disorders

"In 1970 Vitek showed these symptoms were linked to the upper cervical spine and not vascular disease. Manual therapy (spinal adjustments) proved successful in 77% of the cases." "Manual Therapy in Internal Medicine" E.G., Metz @ Bezirkskrankenhaus Postdam, (Formerly East) Germany, 1976.

Upper Neck Joint and Posture

"EMG evidence shows it is clear that manipulation of the upper cervical joints affects overall body posture." " Influencing Postural Reflexes By Way of Joints" G. Gutmann MD and Vele, F. (1971) Neurological Clinic of Karlsuniversitat in Prague Zeitschrift fur Physiotherapy 5, 71.

"There is a link between vertebral blockage of atlas and axis in newly born infants to Kubis' reaction, due most likely to birth trauma." Infantile Head Joint Blockage. Seifert, I. 1975 Functional Pathology of the Motor System Rehabilitation Supple. 10-11 p53 Eds, Lewitt, K. and Gutmann, G. Braitslava, Obzor.

Dizziness

"Vertigo (dizziness) can come from dysfunction of the spinal column. He reports the success of manual therapy (spinal adjustments) in treating vertigo." Manual Medicine 16,95 F Becker, MD. 1978. "A Discussion of Dizziness Symptoms With a Focus on Manual Therapy Viewpoint.".

Headaches From Whiplash

"Headaches can occur as a delayed symptom after whiplash trauma in the cervical spine. These symptoms may persist for years, cause headaches, and lead to depression." M. Berger MD, F. Gerstanbrand MD, 1981. (Studies on Pain) (Headaches) p. 264. Eds Berger, M. Gerstanbrand, F. and K. Lewitt MD, DSc Stuttgart and New York. Gustav Fischer. "Headaches As A Delayed Symptom After Whiplash Trauma In The Cervical Spine, Neuro-orthopedic Aspects."

Heart Rhythm/Disorders

"According to studies by Rychlikova, Schwartz, and Metz a comparison of EKG's taken before and after manual therapy shows telesystolic changes as well as cured heart rhythm disorders."   Manual Therapy in Internal Medicine" E.G. Metz @ Bezirkskrankenhaus Postdam, (Formerly East) Germany, 1976..

Dizziness and Equilibrium/Disorders

"Manual therapy (spinal adjustments) is often capable of relieving the dizziness and equilibrium disorders associated with Meniere's Syndrome."  "Manual Therapy In Internal Medicine" E.G. Metz @ Bezirkskrankenhaus Postdam, (Formerly East) Germany, 1976.

Vasomotor/Headaches

Patients with peripheral circulatory hypotension and a tendency for asthenia and postural disorders are grouped under this category of vasomotor headaches. Based on our experience I would say that over half of these patients can be helped instantly and lastingly with the means of manual therapy (spinal adjustments).

"Manual Therapy In Internal Medicine" E.G. Metz @ Bezirkskrankenhaus Postdam, (Formerly East) Germany, 1976.

Meniere's Disease & Cervical Syndromes

"In cervical syndromes typical pain in the neck and shoulder area are present, and combined with occipital headache and paresthesias (numbness, tingling). (Abnormal) radiological changes mainly occur in C4-7. In 80% recruitment is present, tinnitis occurs in 30-60% of the patients." H. Decher MD, (1976) Archives of Oto-Rhine Laryngology 212, 369 "Meniere's Disease and Cervical Syndromes." 

 

Fainting

Syncopal (fainting) syndromes were linked to the cervical spine following injuries or irritation to the cervical spine. Unterharnscheidt, F. (1956) Neurophysician), 27, 481

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