Chiropractic Approach to Headaches & Migraines
Surprisingly, a headache is not a "brainache." The brain, most of its membranes and the skull feel no pain at all. That is why during brain surgery patients can be wide awake, even talking to the doctors while their brains are being cut, probed or otherwise tampered with (local anesthetic is use to numb the scalp).
But when the pain-sensitive parts - the arteries of the brain and skull, the dura mater that covers the brain and the cranial nerves - are infected, pulled, inflamed, stretched, compressed or irritated, headaches usually result Headaches & Migraines
Surprisingly, a headache is not a "brainache." The brain, most of its membranes and the skull feel no pain at all. That is why during brain surgery patients can be wide awake, even talking to the doctors while their brains are being cut, probed or otherwise tampered with (local anesthetic is use to numb the scalp).
But when the pain-sensitive parts - the arteries of the brain and skull, the dura mater that covers the brain and the cranial nerves - are infected, pulled, inflamed, stretched, compressed or irritated, headaches usually result
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You almost certainly suffer the occasional headache as they’re one of the most common medical conditions. Indeed, the World Health Organization reports that up to 75 percent of people have suffered a headache within the last year. Fortunately, chiropractors can provide relief. If you’re suffering from headaches and live near Fishkill, NY, come see Dr. Mark Bushee at Universal Chiropractic Health. He has helped countless patients not only cope with headaches but also resolve the underlying issues causing them in the first place.
The Role of the Spine in Headaches and Other Pains
When you think of a headache, you probably don’t think of the spinal cord. However, your spine is the foundation of your body, and any problems with it could result in widespread pain. Many headaches, for example, are tension headaches caused by tight connective tissue around the skull. The muscle and connective bands in your head balance the ones in your neck, which stretch to the upper back. Thus, problems in your back can impact your head and cause tension headaches.
Often, these problems are the result of an improperly aligned spine. If your spine is not in its appropriate alignment, it’ll create strain throughout the back and neck. You might try resting or using hot compresses and medications to bring headaches under control, but the back will remain out of alignment. The end result? Your headaches can return again and again.
Besides causing headaches, issues with your spine can also result in sciatica, general back pain, jaw pain, and many other aches. Fortunately, a chiropractor can help. If you’re experiencing frequent headaches and live around Fishkill, NY, schedule an appointment with Dr. Bushee at Universal Chiropractic Health.
Addressing Headaches With Chiropractic Care
Chiropractors use physical treatments to directly address problems with hard and soft tissues. With the spine, for example, a chiropractor can use spinal manipulation to gently correct its alignment. This can prevent muscle strain, which in turn could prevent tension headaches and jaw pain as well.
Chiropractors can also apply physical modalities to soft tissues to reduce tension. This can provide quick but also lasting pain relief for headaches and other pains. You can also learn to perform exercises at home that will reduce muscle tension and thus may prevent headaches from being triggered. The right supplements and nutritional adjustments may also reduce the risk of headaches.
Crucially, chiropractors don’t rely on pain medications, which can provide temporary relief but often fail to address the underlying issues that are causing your headaches and other pains. Unfortunately, these medications can spur dependency and addiction. A better course of treatment is typically to resolve the underlying issues rather than cover them up.
Regularly experiencing headaches and residing near Fishkill, NY? Dial (845)-896-3817 to reach Dr. Bushee at Universal Chiropractic Health.