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

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.