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Abstract: Objective: To report on resolution of symptoms associated with brachioradial pruritis in a patient undergoing upper cervical chiropractic care to correct vertebral subluxations. Clinical Features: Thirty-seven year old female with history of brachioradial pruritis presented for chiropractic care. She also had complaints of neck stiffness and vertigo. Objective indicators of vertebral subluxation were identified upon palpation, thermography, and radiographs. Intervention & Outcomes: NUCCA chiropractic technique was utilized directed at reducing vertebral subluxations in the cervical spine. After 2 1⁄2 months of care, the symptoms associated with BRP had resolved. Conclusion: This paper describes the case of a 37 year old female with a past history of brachioradial pruritis. Dramatic improvement in the symptoms associated with the condition is noted following the introduction of upper cervical chiropractic care, concomitant with a reduction in vertebral subluxation. Since it is impossible to generalize the results of a single case study to the population, additional research on brachioradial pruritis and its relationship to the cervical spine is warranted.

Abstract: Objectives: To report on the improvement of a pediatric patient with nocturnal enuresis and Autistic Syndrome Disorder (ASD), after undergoing upper cervical specific chiropractic care. Clinical Features: A 6 year-old boy who presented for chiropractic care with a history of nocturnal enuresis and ASD. The child experienced a traumatic birth and at the time of chiropractic care was following the Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!) Protocol. Intervention and Outcomes: An atlas subluxation complex was determined based on clinical data collected at the first visit. Objective clinical evaluation included: static palpation, motion palpation, radiographs, paraspinal thermography, supine leg length inequality, as well as measurements of hip leveling, and bilateral weight distribution. National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) upper cervical specific adjustments were administered over a 15-week period. There was an overall reduction in the patient’s pattern of atlas subluxation, in addition to successful resolution of nocturnal enuresis and marked improvement in both his social interactions and learning difficulties at school. Conclusions: The case presentation of a 6 year-old boy with nocturnal enuresis and Autistic Spectrum Disorder who underwent upper cervical chiropractic care is described. The reduction of vertebral subluxation was related in time with the resolution of nocturnal enuresis and significant improvements in behavioral patterns. Further research in both subject areas is advocated.

Abstract: Objective:To evaluate and discuss the effects of upper cervical chiropractic care on a 17 -year-old female patient with a loss of balance, speechdifficulties and postural distortion following the removal of an astrocytoma from her cerebellum Clinical Features:The patient is a 17 -year-old female that was diagnosed with a cerebellarastrocytoma that was previouslyremoved. The patient presented tothe office with significant postural abnormalities,difficulty withbalance and difficulty with speech. that beganpost surgery. The patient presented to the office 4 years after the surgery. Intervention & Outcomes:A case history and chiropractic exam ination was performed and it was determined that the patient had a subluxation of the C1 (atlas) vertebra. The patient received chiropractic care following the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) protocol. Theofcarewas fivemonths and the patient was seen 28 times. At each visit she was checked for vertebral subluxation and was adjusted a total of 26 times. The patient reported an improvement in her balance from a 6/10 to a 9/10 and experienceda 90% improvement in her speech. Conclusion:The findings presented in this case suggest that upper cervical adjustments may benefit patients who suffer from post surgical complications.

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this case study is to report the reduction of trigeminal neuralgia attacks in a patient who underwent NUCCA upper cervical chiropractic care. Clinical Features: A 58 year-old female who had been diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia six years prior by a neurologist, sought care at National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association (NUCCA) clinic. She had been taking anticonvulsive medication to control the painful attacks which occurred above her right eye, but when they were no longer effective, she felt it was time to try something new. Interventions and Outcomes: The protocol employed by the NUCCA doctor included postural analysis, functional leg length analysis and x-ray analysis. During her nine weeks of care, the patient reported improvement in symptomatic complaints and had not experienced an attack of trigeminal neuralgia. Conclusions: This case does demonstrate promise for the successful implementation of upper cervical chiropractic care in the management of trigeminal neuralgia, however there is certainly a strong need for further research to support this claim.