It is estimated that between 15-20% of the male population and 25-30% of the female population suffer from migraine headaches. A frequent and overlooked cause of headaches is the malfunction of spinal bones in the neck and upper back. When bones of the spine lose their normal position or motion, sensitive nerves and blood vessels to the head can be affected. When spinal nerves and related tissues are stretched or irritated, they can produce throbbing headaches. Chronic irritation of the nerve roots between the vertebrae can be caused by changes to the normal curvature of the cervical spine caused by trauma, degenerative arthritis or poor posture. The onset of pain is often acute and may also cause muscle contractions in the neck that can often trigger tension headaches as well. Aspirin and medications may cover up these warning signs, but do not correct the underlying structural cause. As long as the problem remains the headaches will continue to come back. If a thorough examination reveals reduced range of motion, loss of normal spinal curves, or mechanical restrictions, chiropractic care should be considered. After a complete explanation, you'll receive a treatment program designed for your unique spinal problem. Specific chiropractic adjustments can help correct spinal joint dysfunction created by the various chemical, emotional and physical stresses in our lives.
A Chiropractor is highly experienced in finding the causes of the headaches as well as relieving the immediate pain. They can determine whether the pain is due to a physical or structural problem and correct it. In most cases a series of spinal adjustments to return misaligned vertebrae to their normal position can relieve pressure on the irritated nerve roots. Relaxation exercises and lifestyle changes may be suggested to avoid future headaches. Chiropractic offers a natural and safe approach to relieving and preventing future headaches.
Your chiropractor will not only be treating the pain, but the underlying structural problem. This will allow for proper healing and the prevention of future problems.
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Common symptoms of headaches include dull pain, pressure-like generalized pain, worse pain in the scalp, temples, or back of the neck, feels like a tight band or vise on the head, occurs as an isolated incident, occurs constantly, occurs daily, worsened or triggered by stress, fatigue, noise, or glares, causing sleep disturbances, and it can be one sided. May be felt in the back, sides and front of the head or in the front of the face or neck.