Headaches: Causes and Treatment

Headaches: Causes and Treatment

Few conditions leave their victims as miserable and agitated as headaches. There are many causes of headaches including stress, odors, bright lights, noise, fatigue, certain foods, hormonal shifts, allergies, as well as genetic predisposition. With all the possible...
The Most Common Type of Headache

The Most Common Type of Headache

Headaches are one of the most common complaints for which patients seek chiropractic care. Chiropractic is especially helpful in the treatment of headaches because the three nerves that exit the top of the spine (upper neck) are often the cause of or directly related...
Headache – What Is It and What Can I Do About It?

Headache – What Is It and What Can I Do About It?

“I woke up this morning with an excruciating headache. I thought the top of my head was going to blow off!” “I notice as the day goes on, tightness in my neck worsens and I get a headache usually by 2-3pm.” “I don’t know if I can do my work with my headaches.”...
Chiropractic Manipulation and Headaches

Chiropractic Manipulation and Headaches

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Headaches are a common complaint in patients presenting for professional care, including chiropractic management. Patients with headaches seek chiropractic care because they find manipulation or adjustments applied to the cervical...
Chiropractic Care and Headaches

Chiropractic Care and Headaches

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“I can’t believe how much my head hurts!” I’ve been laid off from work for the last 3 weeks and worried about making my mortgage payment this month – I think the stress is getting out of control! Pain starts in my neck and radiates...
The Neck and Headache Connection

The Neck and Headache Connection

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Patients with headaches also commonly complain of neck pain. This relationship is the rule, not the exception; therefore, in order to achieve optimum results, treatment for headaches must include treatment of the neck. There are many...