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Trigeminal Neuralgia

Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment in Dallas, TX

Facial pain may be relatively uncommon, but it can be incredibly painful. One type of facial pain is trigeminal neuralgia, or TN, which is a chronic condition affecting the face’s trigeminal nerve. Every year, there are about 12 cases per 100,000 people in the United States. Albeit rare, trigeminal neuralgia can impact day-to-day life. The experts at Apex Wellness Center have studied trigeminal neuralgia treatment for years, and they’re ready to help Dallas, TX, patients find relief.

Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment in Dallas, TX

A Closer Look at Trigeminal Neuralgia

There are two trigeminal nerves—each on one side of the face. The trigeminal nerves are responsible for relaying pain sensations from your face to your brain. Each trigeminal nerve has three “branches,” which are the forehand, the midface, and the chin.

It’s possible to have pain in one of these branches, but it isn’t uncommon to experience pain in all of them. Even mild face stimulation can elicit pain, which means these common habits can be troublesome:

  • Brushing your teeth
  • Applying makeup
  • Shaving
  • Eating

In most cases, those with TN have short, mild pain. The pain often comes in cycles, disappearing for days—or even weeks—at a time. Sometimes, however, the condition becomes progressively worse.

What Causes Trigeminal Neuralgia?

While TN’s causes may seem difficult to determine, there are still some known causes. Swollen blood vessels are a common culprit. Multiple sclerosis, too, may cause trigeminal neuralgia. In rare cases, TN pain may indicate underlying tumor growth. Trigeminal Neuralgia tends to affect women more than men, and it’s more prevalent in people over 50 years old.

Trigeminal Neuralgia Diagnosis

While there isn’t a single test to diagnose TN, your medical examiner can evaluate your medical history to narrow down the reason for your pain. Then, they’ll perform a physical exam. Normally, the physical exam takes a look at the patient’s neurology, so as to determine which nerves in the face are being affected. Then, delicate touches are used to acutely measure these areas for nerve damage.

Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment

While medications, radiosurgery and even nerve surgery are common TN treatments, chiropractic care is both less invasive and more accessible. The trigeminal nerve branches travel down the brain stem, making it possible to treat it with chiropractic therapy. In fact, experts believe impacts like whiplash type trauma can cause the onset of TN.

If you’ve experienced sharp, intermittent pain in your face, it’s a good idea to contact a professional. The experts at Apex Wellness Center have a variety of tools capable of treating TN, spanning across medication intervention, cold laser therapy, chiropractic therapy and more. We’re dedicated to our patients in Dallas, TX, and we’re here to help them achieve both comfort and long-term wellness. You can call us at 214-497-3746 to schedule an appointment today!

 

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