Son PMR & Chiropractic clinic

Struggling with Chronic Headaches? The Real Cause Might Be in Your Neck! Hello, this is Dr.   Son  Rehabilitation Medicine & Chiropractic clinic ! Many modern individuals suffer from various types of headaches. However, if your headache doesn't improve even after taking painkillers and is accompanied by neck or shoulder stiffness, there is a specific condition you should suspect: Cervicogenic Headache (CGH) . Today, we will dive deep into the causes, symptoms, and specialized non-surgical rehabilitation treatments for Cervicogenic Headaches, where the root cause lies not in the head, but in the neck. 1. What is a Cervicogenic Headache (CGH)? While migraines or tension headaches are primarily caused by brain blood flow, stress, or general muscle tension, a Cervicogenic Headache is a secondary headache stemming from issues in the cervical spine (neck bones), ligaments, or surrounding neck muscles . The upper neck area is densely packed with major nerves. When the alignment o...

Why is PDRN So Effective for a Swollen Knee? Hello, this is Dr. Son’s Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Chiropractic Clinic .  When patients visit our clinic with a severely swollen knee—often described as having "water on the knee"—they frequently ask: "How can a PDRN (salmon DNA) injection help bring this swelling down?" Most people associate joint injections with steroids (commonly known as "cortisone shots") that forcefully suppress inflammation. However, PDRN works in a completely different way. Instead of just masking the symptoms, it awakens your body's inherent 'regeneration system' to address knee swelling and pain at their roots. Today, let’s dive into the scientific mechanisms behind why PDRN is so effective for a swollen knee. 1. The Root Cause of Knee Swelling: Inflammation and Stagnation A swollen knee means that the synovium (the membrane lining the joint) is inflamed. In response to this irritation, your body overpro...

Overcoming Forward Head Posture: Integrated Therapy for the Occipito-Cervico-Mandibular Complex Hello, this is Dr. Son’s Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Chiropractic Clinic . For many office workers, "Forward Head Posture" (FHP) is more than just a cosmetic concern—it is a chronic condition that degrades quality of life. At Son Cheol-ho Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic , we approach this issue not merely as a "stiff neck," but as a structural collapse of the Occipito-Cervico-Mandibular Complex . Here is why an integrated approach combining Alignment Correction, Myofascial Release, and PDRN Injections is the definitive solution for lasting relief. 1. Understanding the "Complex" Concept The head, neck, and jaw do not function in isolation. The Occipito-Cervico-Mandibular Complex refers to the intricate mechanical link between: The Occiput: The base of the skull. The Upper Cervical Spine (C1-C2): The pivot point for head rotation and neurologic...