01/20/2025
THE BENEFITS OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR HEADACHES.
59% of adults in Canada report some form of headache. Within this population, 30% suffer from tension-type headaches and 17% suffer from some form of migraine. The World Health Organization reports that headache disorders are among the most common disorders of the nervous system. Although a variety of medications may help manage pain, they often only temporarily mask the pain without addressing the underlying cause. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of chiropractic care in the prevention and treatment of headaches, which are one of the most common reasons someone visits a chiropractor.
Tension-type headaches are associated with increased muscular tension and vertebral misalignment in the neck and upper back regions of the spine, often leading to changes in normal posture and movement as a means to compensate for the pain. Chiropractic care provides relief from tension-type headaches by improving the alignment and movement of the spine which helps to relax muscular tension and reduce nerve irritation.
Migraines arise from sudden dilation of blood vessels in the head. The exact cause of migraines is not known. However, migraines have many triggers such as: hormonal changes, foods, smells, weather changes, etc. Studies have shown that chiropractic can play an important role in the prevention and treatment of migraines. Nerves control vascular tension (pressure in the blood vessels) and chiropractic treatment helps to normalize or improve nerve function by reducing irritation of the nervous system. This can help improve blood flow and provide relief from pain and other symptoms associated with migraines.
For more information of the various types of headaches and how chiropractic can help, contact Dr. Lori Batch at Southview Chiropractic (905-951-9355). Be sure to visit our website at www.southviewchiropractic.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.