Headaches

Dealing with Headaches

9 out of 10 people suffer from headaches; some are dull, some cause nausea, some are frequent, and some occasional. What do you do when you’re having a headache? Pop a pill and wait for the pain to go away? What if we told you there is a better and healthier alternative?

What the cause of my headaches?

Headaches are often a signal that something is amiss within the body, and while the pain is felt in the head, its origin may lie elsewhere. There are various types of headaches, including tension headaches, cluster headaches, sinus headaches, rebound headaches, and migraines, each with different underlying causes. Many headaches can be linked to issues such as spinal misalignment, muscle tension, or nerve irritation in the neck area. At Action Physical Therapy, we specialize in identifying when headaches are associated with spinal health and offer chiropractic treatments designed to alleviate pain and discomfort by addressing these underlying issues.

How does chiropractic care help?

Our treatments address various types of headaches by improving posture, reducing muscle tension, and stabilizing the body to minimize stress and restore joint mobility. Proper spinal alignment can help prevent tension headaches and reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines. Based on each patient’s specific condition, we offer personalized treatment plans that may include manual therapies, modalities, and rehabilitation to target the root cause of their pain. Our goal is to tailor treatments to each patient’s unique needs for optimal results.

Chiropractic Treatments we offer include:

• Patient reassurance;
• Education about the different types of headaches;
• Soft tissue therapy;
• Spinal manipulation;
• Exercises and rehabilitation;
• Modalities, like electrical stimulation or acupuncture;
• Advice for lifestyle changes.

Taking medication to mask headache symptoms isn’t the most effective long-term solution. While painkillers can provide temporary relief by dulling the nervous system’s response to pain, they do not address the root cause of the issue. Over time, frequent use of these medications can harm your liver and kidneys, and the underlying cause of the headaches remains untreated. Many people don’t realize that their daily habits, such as spending long hours hunched over a computer, can strain neck muscles and increase the risk of migraines and spinal misalignments. To truly eliminate headaches, it’s essential to address both the symptoms and the lifestyle factors contributing to the pain. Visit us today to explore our treatments, and we’ll help you adopt healthier habits to improve your overall well-being.