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Headaches can significantly impact daily life, affecting productivity and overall well-being. At Winelands Chiropractic, we understand the challenges associated with headaches and offer specialized chiropractic care to address their root causes and provide relief.
It's important to note that not all headaches are related to musculoskeletal issues. Chiropractic care might be effective for certain types of headaches, but its efficacy can vary from person to person.
At Winelands Chiropractic, we aim to accurately diagnose the specific headache type and its triggers to develop an effective treatment plan.
Headaches can be more complicated than most people realize. Headaches are diverse and can stem from various factors such as emotional stress and depression, muscle tension, sinusitis, and underlying issues in the neck or spine. Different kinds of headaches can have their own set of symptoms, happen for unique reasons, and need different treatments.
Cervicogenic Headache presents as a unilateral (one-sided) pain that starts in the neck and refers to the head. The pain is referred to by soft tissue & bony structures in the neck. The pain is dull and non-throbbing and moderate to severe in intensity. Headaches originating from the neck can often be relieved by addressing cervical spine issues through chiropractic adjustments.
Tension-type Headaches are often described as feeling like a tight band around the head. They are often brought on by stress, lack of sleep and/or poor posture. Addressing muscle tension and spinal misalignment can significantly alleviate tension-type headaches.
Migraines are defined as a one-sided headache, with a pulsating quality of moderate to severe intensity, and aggravated by routine physical activity. Migraines may present with, or without, auras ("warning signs"). Auras may include nausea, vomiting, and temporary visual or audial disturbances. While responses vary, chiropractic care may reduce the frequency and severity of migraines for many individuals.
Chiropractic care for headaches often involves spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, posture correction, and ergonomic advice. By addressing the root cause, whether it's muscular tension, spinal misalignment, or nerve irritation, chiropractors aim to reduce headache frequency and severity without relying solely on medication.
It is important to inform your chiropractor of your medical history, ongoing conditions, current medication, traumatic/surgical history, and lifestyle factors.