Suffering with Cervicogenic Headaches in Boise Idaho? 
Head and Neck Misalignment is A Common Cause.

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The term cervicogenic headache when broken down literally means headache created by the neck.  This is a very common type of headache that stems from a previous injury to the neck.  The pain patterns for this type of headache can be very different from one case to the next.   This type of headache refers pain from the neck to some area of the head.  It should be noted that there are numerous structures in the cervical spine particularly in the upper neck that can and do refer pain.   We have found over the years that most headaches stem from upper neck dysfunction and relief can be had naturally from correction of upper neck dysfunction. 

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So How Do You Know If You Have A Cervicogenic Headache?

The most common symptoms are headache with neck pain and stiffness.  A cervicogenic headache will almost always be on one side of the head only, and the pain will start in the upper neck region and it can travel onto the back of the head, it can travel onto the side of the head and almost always into some area of the face, or eye.  

Also of note is arm pain and or discomfort can occur on the same side as the headache.   

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Where To Get Help?

If you have been diagnosed with cervicogenic headaches or suspect you are having them it would be a good idea to get your neck evaluated by an Upper Cervical Chiropractor they have the training necessary to detect upper cervical spinal misalignment and dysfunction which is literally the most common underlying cause of these types of headaches.  Dr. Grayson Blom is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Boise Idaho that specializes in neck and spinal related disorders.  

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Are You A Candidate For Upper Cervical Care? 

Dr. Blom is a Boise, Idaho native that works with a nationwide group of doctors expertly trained and specializing in the upper cervical procedure. Dr. Blom is also one of the few Doctors in the state of Idaho trained and certified in the upper cervical procedure.  Serving Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Idaho and the surrounding areas. ​

The next step toward reclaiming your health is to call our office directly (208) 559-0541 or fill out our consultation request form. 

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A FEW SELECTED REFERENCES:

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5.  Shane Klingler DC & Joel Alcantara DC.  Resolution of Daily Cervicogenic Headaches in a 13-Year-Old Male Under Chiropractic Care.  Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic ~ Volume 2015 ~ Issue 2 ~ Pages 82-85. 
6.  James Palmer Ph.D, Marshall Dickholtz DC.  Improvement in Radiographic Measurements, Posture, Pain & Quality of Life in Non-migraine Headache Patients Undergoing Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: A Retrospective Practice Based Study.   Journal of Vertebral Subluxation Research ~ June 4, 2009 ~ Pages 1-11. 
7.  Ryan Olsen, DC  & Joel Alcantara, DC.  Resolution of Chronic Cervicogenic Headaches in a 6 Year Old Male Following Care Directed at Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Report.  Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic ~ Volume 2014 ~ Issue 4 ~ Pages 81-86