How Can Chiropractors Help With Headaches?



It is important to be able to think clearly, calmly, and make decisions. We can also process emotions and continue our daily lives. A headache can easily ruin that clarity. Although many people experience occasional headaches, frequent headaches can cause problems with sleep and productivity.

Different Types Of Headaches

The most common types of headaches include tension, migraine, and cervicogenic.

Tension headaches are more common as a band-like tension around one's head. Migraine headaches, on the other hand, can cause pain on one side and often include nausea and sensitivity towards light and sound.

Cervicogenic headaches are caused by a problem in the neck. However, the pain can be felt in the head or face. Although the causes of headaches may not always be well understood, a family history of headaches and neck stiffness are common.

How Do Chiropractors Treat Headaches?

Chiropractic care can diagnose and treat headaches. There is evidence that chiropractors can diagnose, treat, and manage headaches. 1

  1. Manual therapy

  2. Soft tissue treatment

  3. Modalities include electrical stimulation, acupuncture and ultrasound

  4. Rehabilitation

  5. Lifestyle and education

  6. Referral and co-management

Headaches are serious and should be taken seriously. If you have frequent headaches or are taking pain medication for them, you should consider consulting a chiropractor. If your headaches are severe and sudden, or if you have difficulty speaking, stiffness in the neck, weakness, or numbness, seek immediate attention.

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