Chiropractic Care for Headaches and Migraines
Have you ever suffered from a headache? Well, you are not alone. Nine out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches. Some are rare, some are frequent, some are throbbing, and some turn into migraines causing debilitating pain and nausea. What do you do when you suffer from a pounding headache? Do you clench your jaw and keep going on with your day? Try to sleep? Take a pain pill and wait for the pain to hopefully disappear?
Typical Causes of Headaches and Migraines
- Stress
- Misalignment of the cervical vertebrae
- Dehydration
- Clenching of the jaw or grinding of the teeth
- Tightness between the shoulder blades
Symptoms of Headaches and Migraines
- Sensitivity to light and noise
- Nausea
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Pain in the front, side, or back of the head
- Neck or upper back tension
- Decrease range of motion in the neck
How We Treat
Dr. Mills will perform a thorough evaluation and create a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs. Each visit will include a spinal adjustment to realign the vertebrae within your neck. Other treatments for headaches and migraines may include:
- Stretching and strengthening exercises
- Discuss an ergonomically designed work environment
- In-office therapies
- Electrical stimulation
- Ice
- Pro-Soft - soft tissue mechanical motion therapy
- Power Plate - vibration balance therapy