Managing Headaches and Migraines

Types of Headaches Chiropractic Care Can Help With:

Tension Headaches: Often caused by muscle tension and stress.
Migraine Headaches: Severe headaches often accompanied by nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound.
Cluster Headaches: Intense headaches that occur in cyclical patterns or clusters.
Cervicogenic Headaches: Originating from problems in the neck, spinal inflammation and tension
Sinus Headaches: Sinus headaches are treated by thinning out the mucus that builds up and causes sinus pressure
Hypertension Headaches: Headaches can develop with increases in blood pressure.

Muscle Tension Relief

- Soft Tissue Therapy: Techniques like massage therapy and trigger point therapy help reduce muscle tension and spasms in the neck and shoulders, common culprits of tension headaches.
- Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Chiropractors can recommend specific exercises to strengthen the neck and shoulder muscles, improving posture and reducing the likelihood of tension headaches.
- Postural Exercises: Customized exercises to improve posture can help prevent headaches caused by muscle strain and tension.

Treatments for Migraines and Headaches

Chiropractic Adjustments: Gentle spinal manipulations to correct misalignments and relieve pressure on nerves that may be contributing to headaches and migraines.
Nutritional Counseling: Advice on dietary changes and supplements to address nutritional deficiencies that may be triggering headaches.
Medical Acupuncture: Neck muscle release through acupunctures can help relieve stress and muscle tension
Stress Management Techniques: Strategies to help you manage stress and reduce its impact on your headaches and migraines.
Posture Correction: Guidance on improving posture to prevent muscle strain and tension.