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Chiropractic & epilepsy

Sun, 04/24/2005 - 13:11
I don't know if anyone has ran across this...but I had to go to my Chiro the other day, as I pulled my back out. While there, I told him that I was recently diagnosed with EP. He informed me that he couldn't adjut my neck, cause that may cause more seizures. I know my low back pain is coming from my neck, and just don't know what to do! Do I take the chance, relieve the back pain for seizures?? what a horrible toss-up!Also, during sleep I had 3 seizures. I almost could feel the electric charge generate down my spine into the are of my low back. At that point I screamed out, cause the pain was just intolerable.If anyone has experienced anything like this, I sure would like to hear your comments.Warmly,classy1

Comments

RE: RE: RE: RE: Chiropractic & epilepsy

Submitted by spiz on Wed, 2005-04-20 - 11:06
I agree with Cedar. My problem area is the A2 and A4 and the Chiropractor wouldn't snap, crackle or pop me there. But she did do heat therapy and it was great. Given, the 'greatness' wears off quicker than I would like but it's better than nothing. It evidently does have to do with location.-Spiz

RE: RE: RE: RE: RE: Chiropractic & epilepsy

Submitted by Yakota on Wed, 2005-04-20 - 13:06
Howdy ya'll. Hope everyone is up to snuff today A!!! ( I picked up the "A" phrase while taking a lengthy visit in Canada.) I think it is important to be pain free. No doubt. Iv'e had a back ache before. It is no fun. Sooo... If you can tolerate the snap-crackle-pop, then go for it. Seizure or no seizure staying relaxed is important. A trip to the chiropractor, a good message, reflexology, accupuncture, getting a pedicure or manicure, a float in the sensory deprivation tank, (did this once and it was good,) warm bath, good book, soft music, candles, meditation, yoga, exercise, a visit to a museum, engaing in some form of creativity, (art, poetry, dance, music, or whatever,) a good long laugh, (Ha! Ha! Ha!,) are just some of the things that you can do to stay relaxed. I strongly emphasize a good uncontrolled fit of laughter. I am convinced that in laughter great healing occurs!!! Happy people are generally healthy people too. Have a wonderful Wednesday to all. Adios mi amigos. Linda.

RE: Chiropractic & epilepsy

Submitted by mommy2kyra on Wed, 2005-04-20 - 18:00

I'm sorry to hear that you're in such pain! I just threw a rib out of place last week, and I too am in horrible pain. My current chiropractor gave me a quick adjustment, and said that he didn't want to do more because I am nursing. What the??? My other chiropractor (who I saw for many years, and I trust very much) NEVER said anything about avoiding getting adjustments because I'm epileptic! He also adjusted me when I was 8 1/2 months preggo, when my current guy wouldn't touch me with a 10-foot pole! It turns out that chiropractic is this other guy's second medical profession, he's mainly a anestesiologist (sp?)..so, I think that he just doesn't have the experience and knowledge that my other chiropractor has.

Anyyyyway....neither of them were concerned about a seizure being induced by a neck adjustment. And, out of the last 14 years that I've ssen a chiropractor, I've never had a seizure after being adjusted. If you aren't terribly attatched to this chiropractor, you might want to seek a second opinion. Or, try calling your local Epilepsy Foundation and get their opinion, just to ease your mind. Good luck, I hope that your pain goes away soon!

Heather :)

I'm sorry to hear that you're in such pain! I just threw a rib out of place last week, and I too am in horrible pain. My current chiropractor gave me a quick adjustment, and said that he didn't want to do more because I am nursing. What the??? My other chiropractor (who I saw for many years, and I trust very much) NEVER said anything about avoiding getting adjustments because I'm epileptic! He also adjusted me when I was 8 1/2 months preggo, when my current guy wouldn't touch me with a 10-foot pole! It turns out that chiropractic is this other guy's second medical profession, he's mainly a anestesiologist (sp?)..so, I think that he just doesn't have the experience and knowledge that my other chiropractor has.

Anyyyyway....neither of them were concerned about a seizure being induced by a neck adjustment. And, out of the last 14 years that I've ssen a chiropractor, I've never had a seizure after being adjusted. If you aren't terribly attatched to this chiropractor, you might want to seek a second opinion. Or, try calling your local Epilepsy Foundation and get their opinion, just to ease your mind. Good luck, I hope that your pain goes away soon!

Heather :)

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