Headaches

Why do Headaches Occur?

Headaches can come from a variety of causes ranging from muscular tightness, injuries, stress, fatigue, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), drug reactions, whiplash and poor posture. All of these issues can cause spinal misalignments, which is one of the main causes of headaches. Different people have different headache triggers. No matter what may be triggering your headache, we are here to care for you and help you find relief.

How Does Chiropractic Treat a Stress Headache?

Stress headaches are extremely common, and many people find that they develop suddenly and unexpectedly. Generally, stress headaches begin as a dull ache and can grow over time. Stress headaches can last for just a few minutes, an entire day or even longer. We can’t remove stress from your life, but we can help get your spine and your nervous system aligned and healthy so you are better prepared to handle these stressors

How Does Chiropractic Treat a Migraine Headache?

Treatment of migraine headaches can sometimes be different than stress headache treatment because the cause of the headache itself is different. An adjustment can be highly beneficial in alleviating the pain and pressure of a migraine. We can also often recommend some lifestyle changes that may help reduce the frequency of migraine headaches.