Trigeminal Neuralgia and How Your Neck Could Be Making It Worse
If you’ve ever experienced sudden, sharp, stabbing pain in your face, you know how intense it can be. That’s what trigeminal neuralgia (TN) feels like—a nerve condition that affects Cranial Nerve 5, the trigeminal nerve. This nerve is responsible for sensation in your face, and when it’s irritated, even something as simple as talking, chewing, or smiling can trigger pain.
But did you know that your neck and posture could play a big role in TN?
Green Chiropractic helps with trigeminal neuralgia in Omaha
When your cervical spine (the bones in your neck) is out of alignment or your head constantly juts forward—think hours at a desk or looking down at your phone—it puts constant tension and stress on Cranial Nerve 5. Over time, this stress can irritate the nerve and make TN symptoms worse. You might notice:
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Sharp, electric-like facial pain
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Tingling or numbness in your face
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Pain triggered by chewing, talking, or even a light touch
Chiropractic care can help by restoring proper alignment to your neck and upper spine, reducing tension around the nerve. Gentle adjustments, combined with posture correction and lifestyle tips, can take the pressure off your trigeminal nerve, helping you manage—or even reduce—pain naturally. Green Chiropractic is the only clinic in Omaha offering posture remodeling to help trigeminal neuralgia.
If TN pain is affecting your life, it’s worth looking beyond medications. Sometimes, relief starts with simply moving and aligning your neck the way it was meant to be.
Give us a call at Green Chiropractic to see how we can help you! 402-933-5392