Have you ever experienced increased sinus drainage following and adjustment? Upper cervical chiropractic care is a safe and natural approach that can alleviate seasonal allergy symptoms, especially when eustachian tube dysfunction is involved. There is a small muscle attaching to the eustachian tube called the tensor velli palatine muscle. This muscle plays a critical role in regulating the opening and closing of the eustachian tube, and is under neurological control from the upper cervical spine. Misalignments in the upper cervical spine can cause dysfunction of the tensor velli palatine muscle, leading to inflammation, congestion and exacerbated allergy symptoms.

Upper cervical chiropractors use gentle and precise adjustments to realign the upper neck vertebrae, restoring optimal neurological function and promoting proper communication between the brain and body. By addressing misalignments in the upper cervical spine, chiropractors can reduce inflammation and restore optimal function of the tensor velli palatine muscle, alleviating the symptoms of eustachian tube dysfunction and seasonal allergies.

Children are especially vulnerable to eustachian tube dysfunction due to the smaller and more horizontal structure of their eustachian tubes. Upper cervical chiropractic care can provide a safe and effective alternative to conventional allergy treatments, reducing the need for medication or surgery and offering long-lasting relief.

We also offer a number of holistic supplements in the office to help manage the acute symptoms associated with seasonal allergies. Stop in or ask at your next visit if these may be right for you!