Atlas orthogonal chiropractic management of trigeminal neuralgia: A series of case reports

Abstract

Context: Trigeminal neuralgia is a debilitating facial pain condition. Upper cervical chiropractic care has been mentioned as a possible solution Objective: To determine the effects of Atlas Orthogonal upper cervical chiropractic technique adjustments on trigeminal neuralgia sufferers Design: Case series Setting: A private chiropractic practice Participants: Five persons with chronic, severe, daily trigeminal neuralgia pain, radiological findings of significant head tilt, pain upon upper cervical palpation, and supine leg length inequality Interventions: Up to two consultations and/or Atlas Orthogonal adjustments a week for eight weeks Outcome measures: Self-reported reduction in trigeminal neuralgia pain and changes in radiological findings, sensitivity to upper cervical palpation, and leg length inequality Results: Four participants reported reduced trigeminal neuralgia pain, including two with complete cessation of pain. Three participants reduced medication dosages. One reported no change