Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Manhattan | Dr. Suh's Specific Chiropractic
Are you having an unbearable pain in the face region that is like an electric shock zapping through your cheek, jaw, or even near your eye? If you are looking for a treatment for trigeminal neuralgia in Manhattan, you are in the right spot. I am Dr. Suh and at Specific Chiropractic I have been able to help out hundreds of cases suffering from the debilitating pain of trigeminal neuralgia through precise Gonstead chiropractic methods along with tailored lifestyle changes.
Getting To Know Your Trigeminal Neuralgia Pain
Trigeminal neuralgia is more than a simple headache or a face ache, it is arguably one of the most painful human sensations chronicled. The trigeminal nerve, also known as the 5th cranial nerve, is responsible for giving sensations of the face and performing motor actions like biting and chewing provides the body with severe pain. In case of irritation or compression to this nerve, it is capable of generating powerful pain attacks likened to bolts of pain traversing the face.
Most patients depict the pain as:
- Cutting, electrifying pain akin to an electric shock
- Burning or crushing discomfort radiating along the jaw, cheek, or forehead
- Pain elicited from gentle touch, speaking, or chewing
- Frequent recurrent short episodes lasting seconds to minutes
- Pain so severe it totally incapacitates you
The more common treatments with anticonvulsant drugs like carbamazepine and gabapentin often don't do much, providing some respite but resulting in dizziness, drowsiness, and cognitive fog. Many patients face the prospect of surgically invasive procedures when medications lose their efficacy, which sadly, all too often means working more invasively.
Why Choose Specific Chiropractic for Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment
At Specific Chiropractic, my methods differ greatly from other practitioners when it comes to dealing with trigeminal neuralgia. Other practitioners who treat TN tend to focus on symptom relief through medications, which in my case, is an entirely opposite approach – I focus on correcting the structural factors that might be contributing to the irritation of the trigeminal nerve.
Precision Gonstead Technique
I employ the Gonstead chiropractic method exclusively as it is the most precise and effective technique of all. Unlike chiropractic techniques which may be more general in nature, Gonstead technique applies specific vertebral adjustments after thorough evaluation and detailed analysis which includes static palpation, motion palpation, visualization, instrumentation by Nervoscope, and X-ray evaluation if clinically necessary.
Upper Cervical Focus
The cranial nerves C1 and C2 vertebrae are associated with the upper cervical spine. Subluxations in these areas may exert pressure on neurovascular pathways and blood supply to the head, which could precipitate trigeminal neuralgia symptoms.
Whole Body Approach
The trigeminal neuralgia may manifest as facial symptoms, but the underlying origin usually lies in the spine. I analyze your full spinal architecture to detect primary and compensatory areas of dysfunction relevant to your condition.
My All-Inclusive Treatment Approach
First Consultation and Examination
With a journey of a thousand miles beginning with a single step, in this case a guided consultation, I begin the process with the deep dive assessment intake session lasting 90 minutes. In this meeting, I focus on collating the health history alongside any symptoms that are holistically relevant throughout the patient's day-to-day activities.
Diagnostic Assessment
After your examination, all data pertaining to your spinal health is interpreted with the aim of formulating a visual representation of the patient's condition. Additionally, areas that warrant corrective measures will be highlighted.
Accurate Gonstead Adjustments
Every adjustment that I do is based on some findings and hence is unique. I stay away from using generalized manipulation techniques. Instead all corrections are specific and done to vertebrae that have been pinpointed as subluxated impacting the functioning of the nervous system.
Lifestyle and Exercise Changes
Chiropractic adjustments are the starting point for healing. However, in order for the results to last, other factors fueling the issue must also be addressed. I provide tailored guidance on work and sleep posture, stress management techniques, exercises, and dietary advice.
Investment in Your Health
When it comes to insurance, I do not need to submit claims because my framework for providing care is dictated by putting the patient first, making it as simple as possible when care does not need to be dictated by arbitrary frameworks that classifies treatments under rigid timelines.
First Consultation
A thorough 90 minute for initial examination, consultating discussing the case, and starting treatment if suitable.
- Complete health history review
- Comprehensive physical examination
- Gonstead-specific analysis
- Treatment plan development
Follow-up Sessions
The variation in pricing per subsequent visit comes based on procedural complexity and individual components needed for skillful execution on every visit.
- Progress evaluation and re-assessment
- Specific adjustments based on findings
- Treatment plan adjustments
- Lifestyle coaching and exercise progression
I am committed to offering various payment methods, as well as formulating a treatment strategy tailored to your budget while attending to all aspects that guarantee lasting relief and optimal comfort.
Manhattan Areas Served
Patients suffering from trigeminal neuralgia and reside in Manhattan, I serve these areas:
Midtown Manhattan
- Midtown East and West
- Times Square area
- Theater District
- Hell's Kitchen
- Murray Hill
- Turtle Bay
Upper East Side
- Lenox Hill
- Yorkville
- Carnegie Hill
- Upper East Side residential areas
Upper West Side
- Lincoln Square
- Amsterdam Avenue corridor
- Central Park West area
Downtown Manhattan
- Financial District
- Tribeca
- SoHo
- Greenwich Village
- East Village
- Lower East Side
Other Manhattan Neighborhoods
- Chelsea
- Gramercy Park
- Flatiron District
- NoMad
- Garment District
Convenient Manhattan Location
Having Manhattan's midtown as my offices allows me to easily serve patients requiring specialized trigeminal neuralgia care from all across the city.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Suh for Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment
Specialized Expertise
Since I have devoted my practice to the study and treatment of advanced neurological disorders such as trigeminal neuralgia, you will receive unmatched care with my exclusive use of Gonstead technique which is one of the most exacting techniques in chiropractic medicine.
Personalized Treatment Plans
I consider various factors such as lifestyle, objectives of wellbeing, and singular attributes to design personalized plans which is essential as no two trigeminal neuralgia are the same.
Thorough Approach
I do not merely address symptoms. I strive for an effective resolution by correcting the root problems, ensuring persistent relief instead of fleeting alleviation.
Patient Education
I advocate for patients who have knowledge to best informed patients. During the journey of your care, I will tell you what I am discovering, what particular procedures will be done, and how you will help yourself in the recovery.
Beyond Symptom Relief: Restoring Your Quality of Life
Trigeminal neuralgia doesn't only involve physical pain; it paralyzes you in all areas of life. Most patients often feel anxious paranoia around social gatherings caused by the next supposed pain stroke waiting to ambush them. They often avoid social interaction and succumb to chronic pain depression.
My goals for you go well beyond alleviating pain. I aspire to assist you in:
Restoring Self-Confidence
Regaining confidence in performing daily routines without the fear of sudden pain episodes.
Enjoying Meals Again
Returning to meals as a pleasurable activity free from pain anticipation.
Better Sleep Quality
Improving sleep uninterrupted by pain-related worries or anxiety.
Active Social Life
Engaging actively in occupational and social interactions without limitation.
Reduced Medication Dependence
Eliminating or reducing use of medications for pain management.
Prevention Focus
Maintaining spinal health to prevent future episodes from occurring.
Take the First Step Toward Relief
I offer to help manage your pain associated with trigeminal neuralgia using natural therapies. At Specific Chiropractic, you will receive the bespoke attention and care that you deserve.
Do not allow trigeminal neuralgia to dictate how you live your life any further. The Gonstead adjustments combined with the wellness approach fosters a lifestyle I have helped many residents of Manhattan achieve.
Pain management begins with a single phone call. Take that step now.
Reach out to my office and call me at (212) 486-9800 to book your thorough consultation or visit gonsteadnyc.com/contact for more information on how you can regain your life from trigeminal neuralgia pain.