For decades, people with trigeminal neuralgia used anticonvulsant medications. Today, people use various other drugs to help ease what is known as the “most excruciating pain known to man.”  Some extreme cases make people choose surgery as a last resort to pain relief.  Yet, today, the good news is that upper cervical chiropractic is another option that [...]
Trigeminal neuralgia can be incredibly debilitating. The searing pain has been described as one of the most painful conditions known. The most common trigeminal neuralgia relief care include the following (1) - Pain medication – to lessen the severity of the episodes. Injections (Botox, glycerol) – used if medication alone is not effective Surgery – [...]
Trigeminal neuralgia episodes can be debilitating. The searing pain experienced can be difficult to describe to others. It is often referred to as the “invisible pain” of trigeminal neuralgia. There are two different types of trigeminal neuralgia – Typical and Atypical (1).  Typical Trigeminal Neuralgia (also known as TN1) Extreme, sudden pain Burning or [...]
Trigeminal neuralgia attacks can be excruciatingly painful. Attacks last between 2 seconds and 2 minutes, but they can occur back-to-back rapidly. Trigeminal neuralgia patients should take caution during the following movements that may lead to an attack. (1,2) - Sleeping on the side of the attack - Brushing teeth - Smiling - Chewing - Washing [...]
Do you or a family member suffer from searing, stabbing facial pain? Finding a proper relief plan can be difficult; many providers are not familiar with the signs and symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia. Approximately 150,000 people are diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia every year. (1) The trigeminal nerve is made up of 3 different branches that [...]
