Migraine Treatment
Chiropractic treatment for migraine headaches can be very beneficial.
But What is a Migraine Headache?
Migraine headaches affect more women than men and about 15% of people at some point in their lives. These headaches are pulsating and often on one side of the head. They affect people for 2-72 hours and also often come with sensitivity to light or sound, nausea and vomiting. Some people also get what is known as an ‘aura’ which is visual or sound disturbances before the headache occurs.
Causes of Migraine Headaches
Migraines are thought to be a neurovascular disorder, but the cause is likely to be a mixture of environment and genetic factors. However, some of the triggers for migraine are:
- Hunger
- Menstruation
- Some foods (e.g. chocolate, coffee or cheese)
- Stress
- Oral contraceptive pill
- Fatigue
- Indoor lighting or air quality
If some of these factors are ringing some bells with you, then the chances are you know that you have migraine headaches already. If you are uncertain however, please book a consultation to find out.
Migraine Treatment UK
There is a lot of evidence for chiropractic improving migraine headaches (click here for an example). Chiropractors here at Relief focus on the potential causes of migraines. Stress on the neck from injury or repetitive postures can lead to improper movement, particularly if you spend long periods sitting at a desk. Our advice on ergonomic sitting posture explains some practical ways to reduce unnecessary strain while working. Changes to the normal curvature of the neck can also affect how it functions, and our guide explains more about military neck. This can particularly affect the nerves and blood vessels responsible for the head. Chiropractors for headaches use specific adjustments of the spine, to reduce the tension in the neck and head. Maintaining movement and flexibility may also form part of wider self-care, and our guide explains the importance of stretching in more detail. Lifestyle changes, nutritional supplements and medications can also help prevent migraine attacks. In extreme cases, surgery is also an option, but as always, this should be a last resort.
What’s The Bottom Line?
Migraines can be debilitating and painful, but there are many things you can do to prevent them from happening as often. Amongst other things, chiropractic for migraines can be very helpful. Book your appointment now for a consultation and examination to find out if chiropractic can help.
Book a visit with our Cambridge Chiropractor for headaches
If you live in or near Cambridge and have pain or other symptoms, or if you want to improve the function of your body, chiropractic is a safe and very effective solution. If you’d like to learn more about whether chiropractic care is right for you, book a consultation or a FREE telephone call with our principal chiropractor, where the process of our chiropractic care will be explained fully. There is no obligation to continue with the visits.