Olathe Chiropractor explains Headaches and Migraines
Chiropractor near you can help
Your chiropractor in Olathe can be an effective treatment for headaches, including migraines and tension headaches.
Most headaches will orginate from the neck, which is why your chiropractor can help.
Common Causes
- Stress: Stress releases chemicals in the brain that can cause vascular changes.
- Alcohol: Alcohol can trigger headaches immediately or after prolonged drinking.
- Caffeine: Too much caffeine or suddenly stopping caffeine can cause headaches.
- Sleep: Lack of sleep can cause fatigue, stress, and low mood, which can lead to headaches.
- Diet: Certain foods, like processed meats, aged cheeses, and chocolate, can trigger headaches. Skipping meals can also cause headaches due to low blood sugar or dehydration.
- Posture: Poor posture can strain the muscles in your neck and back, which can cause headaches.
Common Symptoms
- Slow onset of the headache.
- Head usually hurts on both sides.
- Pain is dull or feels like a band or vice around the head.
- Pain may involve the back part of the head or neck.
- Pain is mild to moderate, but not severe.
Treatment and at Home Remedies
- Alternative therapies: Acupuncture, biofeedback, massage, and herbs like feverfew and butterbur may help with chronic headaches.
- Lifestyle changes: Getting enough sleep, managing stress, and eating enough calories throughout the day can help prevent headaches. You can try healthy stress management practices like exercise, yoga, or medication.
- Other techniques: Resting in a quiet, dark room, applying hot or cold compresses, and trying relaxation techniques like deep breathing, guided imagery, or meditation can also help.
- Our Cervical Pillow sold at the office will improve your posture
- Chiropractic Adjustment: this will increase range of motion and decrease inflammation
- Decompression Therapy: this will improve nerve compression and joint health
- Hydromassage: 10 minutes will improve your neck muscle soreness
- Our Desensitize program, which you can read here an start today at home
Schedule an appointment and find out how Woodroof Chiropractic can help your headches and migraines.
