"Evidence supports that certain cases of bowel disease, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, result from the malfunction of nerves that control the gastrointestinal system (autonomic nervous system and/or enteric nervous system) and/or the immune system, or following trauma to the spine and/or spinal cord. In each of these cases, it is possible the upper cervical spine is involved since injury to the cervical spine can create malfunction within the autonomic nervous system, the immune system, and the nerves traveling from the brain to the gastrointestinal system.
"The purpose of IUCCA upper cervical care is to reverse the trauma-induced neck injury; thereby reducing irritation to the injured nerves that supply the immune system and small and large bowel. While many bowel disease sufferers recall specific traumas such as head injuries, auto accidents or falls that preceded the onset of their symptoms, some do not. In certainipediatric cases, the injury can occur from the normal birthing process. An upper cervical examination utilizing Laser-aligned Radiography and Digital Infrared Imaging is necessary in each individual's case to assess whether an upper cervical injury is present and whether benefit from IUCCA upper cervical care can be achieved."
Case Studies
Bowel Disease Case Studies (Click to read case studies.)
[NOTE: IUCCA = International Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association]