Chiropractors/Face Pain

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Expert: - 7/15/2008


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I have been suffering from facial pain, below the eye and over the bridge of the nose for over a year. I've been to many ENT's and Neurologist who cannot place what it is. I would describe it as a dull constant pulling ache. I first noticed it while sitting at the computer and i know my posture isn't the greatest so i was wondering could this be related to upper spine issues? If so how could it translate to the front of the face?

Only other real information is the pain stops when i gently touch the area effected, almost masking the pain. Also, There have been two relieving factors, a steroid shot (last for a few days) and lying on my back in a pool, though i don't know if that is related to the water just masking the pain.


Many thanks

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Face Pain,  Upper spine, neck pain,

Hello Joe,

My computer has been down, sorry so long to answer.  If I am still able to help, here is my opinion.

Facial pain can conceivably come from upper cervical spine problems.
You have been to ENTs and Neuros, so perhaps it is time to visit a Doctor of Chiropractic.

Since you have been the Medical Doctor route, I assume you have had some combination of head/skull/face Xrays, Ct scan and/or MRIs.
Any information available from these tests?

The upper cervical spine and TMJ have an intimate relationship.  Often the TMJ complaint cannot be successfully treated until the cervical spine is addressed also.

The upper cervical spine, foramen magnum, brain stem, cranial nerves have an intimate relationship.  Proper function of the brain stem, cervical spinal cord, cranial nerves, cervical nerves depend upon the proper functioning of the C-spine specifically and entire spine indirectly.

Yes, visit a Doctor of Chiropractic.  You may be able to find a Doctor of Chiropractic who has additional training in the Cervical Spine and/ or neuro approaches at these websites: National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association www.nucca.org , and/or  www.lifechangingcare.com .  Either of these could help you locate a Doctor near you who practices Chiropractic specific to your complaints.

Good luck, and I wish you good health naturally !

Dr. Victor Dolan, DC
http://www.GoodHealthNaturally.info
http://www.DocDolan.net
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Staten Island Chiropractor Dr. Victor Dolan | 718-981-9755 | www.drvictordolan.net | www.statenislandchiropractor.com | Nutrition, Sciatica, Headache, Neck Pain, Back Pain, Herniated Disc, Workers Compensation, Auto Accident Claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, Muscle Spasm

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Palmer College Graduate 1983; Thirty years in practice in my hometown of Staten Island, New York. Expert in Neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints. Utilizing techniques such as Chiropractic via Palmer Package, Diversified, Thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia and Nutritional Guidance. I am also a Certified Nutritionist.

Organizations
Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President; PKX Alumni Brother of the Year; Knights of Columbus Masons; Ancient Order of Hibernians

Publications
American Public Health Association (2003) - Oral Presentation

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979; Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983; Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567); Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986); Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996); Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998); Certified Personal Fitness Trainer; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry; Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998); Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)

Awards and Honors
Prevention Magazine – Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998; Chief of Chiropractic - Doctors Hospital - New York 1997; SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Award for Most Popular Series (1996/1997/1998); Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994); SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series (1994); Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993); Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987/1988); American Public Health Association (2003); American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium Presentation - Adolescent Athletic Injury (2004)

Past/Present Clients
Doctors Hospital of Staten Island - Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001); Curtis High School Football (1988 to present)- New York City PSAL Football CHAMPION (2007)

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