Intensive Knee Chest Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care in a Traveling Patient With Migraine: A Case Report.

This case report discusses a 46-year-old woman with a long history of migraines. She experienced a new type of daily headache, resembling cluster headaches. After a two-week period of severe headaches, vomiting, and blurred vision, she was hospitalized. Doctors diagnosed her with status migrainosus. Following her discharge, she experienced confusion and memory issues. Imaging tests revealed postural problems and a misalignment in her upper cervical spine. The patient received intensive chiropractic care focused on her upper cervical area. This treatment aimed to address potential underlying issues related to her migraines. The report highlights the need for more research on chiropractic interventions for migraine treatment. Although results in this case were promising, further studies are necessary to understand how effective this approach may be for others with similar conditions. The findings could lead to new therapeutic options for migraine sufferers. Clinical relevance: This case suggests that upper cervical chiropractic care may help some patients with chronic migraines.