Headaches and Chiropractic

Posted by nfink on Nov 28, 2011 in Main Slider | 3 comments

If you have ever had a headache, you’re not alone.  Nine out of ten Americans suffer from headaches.  There are several different types of headaches.  Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing and some cause severe pain and nausea.

Headaches have many causes or triggers.  These may include foods, environmental stimuli and/or behavioral patterns.    Ninety-five percent of headaches are primary headaches, such as tension, migraine, or cluster headaches.  Some of these headaches are also referred to as cervicogenic, originating from the neck (cervical spine).  These types are not caused by disease.  The headache itself is the primary concern.  If one of these are the kind of headaches you are experiencing, you’re in luck because chiropractic can help.

Research shows that spinal manipulation which is the primary form of care provided by doctors of chiropractic  is an effective treatment for tension headaches and other headaches that originate in the neck.

What Can a Doctor of Chiropractic Do?

Our doctors are very skilled in the treatment of headaches.  If your condition requires a referral to a specialist we will make that process easier for you as well.  Here are some of the options provided to our patients.

• Perform spinal manipulation to improve range of motion and function to alleviate tension in muscles and stress on your system.
• Offer advice on posture, ergonomics, exercises and relaxation techniques. 
• Relieve joint irritation and tension of neck and upper back.  
• If your headaches are allergy related we have holistic options for you as well.   Check out blog on allergies at  http://www.cchiropractic.com/blog/natural-alternative-for-allergy-symptoms/

  Call today to schedule an appointment for you or someone you know that may be suffering from headaches!

636.938.9310 Eureka

636.677.4345 High Ridge