Headaches and Migraines

If You’re Suffering from Persistent Headaches and Migraines, Take Action to Seek Relief Today

Everyone understands the sensation of having a bad headache and how unpleasant of an experience a severe headache can be. For some people, headaches are not only extremely severe, sometimes to the point of being debilitating, but also extremely persistent; indeed, some people suffer disabling headaches or migraines on a daily or weekly basis.

If you are a sufferer of headaches and migraines and you have sought care through traditional means for these complications without relief, Kouimanis Chiropractic may be able to help you. Call us today to learn more about treatment options we offer for our patients with serious headaches and migraines.

What Causes Headaches?

There are a number of different things that can lead to headaches or migraines. While migraines are misunderstood, many recognize that there are certain triggers–such as bright lights or certain foods–that can set off a migraine. Some of the most common causes of headaches (and some migraine triggers, too) include:

• Alcohol;
• Certain foods;
• Poor posture;
• Lack of eating;
• Stress;
• Sinus infection;
• Anxiety;
• Injuries, including whiplash; and
• Spinal misalignment.

The above list is not inclusive; it is a good idea to speak with a doctor if you are suffering from routine and serious headaches.

How Can Chiropractic Care Be Used to Provide Headache and Migraine Relief?

There are a number of different treatment options that may be useful in alleviating the discomfort caused by headaches – chiropractic care is just one of them. According to research cited by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), spinal manipulation has shown to be an effective treatment option for tension headaches and headaches that originate in the neck. In addition to spinal manipulation, your chiropractor may also recommend:

• Taking time to move and stretch if you spend a lot of time in a fixed position (i.e. hunched over a computer);
• Certain exercises;
• Stress relief and relaxation therapies;
• Dietary and lifestyle changes; and
• Massage.

If your headaches are a symptom of another injury, such as a sports injury, your chiropractor may recommend physical therapy as well.

Why Choose Chiropractic Care?

As mentioned above, anyone who suffers from serious and persistent headaches or migraines knows how debilitating the condition can be and understands how critical finding effective relief is. When other treatment options fail or you don’t want to rely on the use of over-the-counter and prescription medications to treat your headaches and migraines, chiropractic care is a real solution. This type of treatment addresses the root cause of the problem rather than just treating the side effect. With treatment, you could be well on your way to headache-free living!

Call Kouimanis Chiropractic Today