More than 15 million Americans suffer from persistent recurring headaches with no obvious cause. Pain pills only cover up the headaches temporarily and the headaches come back.
Numerous studies have found that chiropractic care helps a variety of headaches. Tension headaches are one of the most common types of headaches. Recent studies show that many of these originate in the neck where the cervical vertebrae are located. A medical doctor doing research at Syracuse University said, "We've been able to put together a scientific explanation for how neck structure causes headaches... It's true that chiropractors have been saying this for years... They were right about headaches." A recently published controlled trial concluded, "spinal manipulation has a significant positive effect in cases of cervicogenic (originating from the neck) headache." They found that chiropractic care reduced the number of headache hours by an impressive 69% and reduced the intensity of the remaining headaches.
Migraine headaches, perhaps the most severe headaches, also respond to chiropractic care. In one study, 74.7% of migraine patients were greatly improved under chiropractic care, and the success rate was maintained two years after the care ended. Then there was the Parker trial funded by the Australian government that found chiropractic care effective for Migraine. A follow-up study of the Parker trial concluded, "The trial clearly established that chiropractic was an effective treatment for migraine."
Chiropractic care is not just for backaches. If you suffer with headaches, call our office to discuss treatment options including spinal manipulation, acupuncture, and/or homeopathy.
PROGRESSIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS BLOG: THE IMPORTANCE OF MICRO-BREAKS & ERGONOMICS : Over time, the human body has adapted very well to the task of hunting for and gathering food. It performs and feels its best when it is in motion during the day, and resting at night. Sitting all day, on the other hand, puts an enormous strain on the sspine and its supporting tendons, ligaments, muscles, and fascia. If you are sitting at a desk and/or computer for more than 1 hour on a regular basis, then you are what we call an “industrial athlete”. For you, proper micro-breaks and ergonomics (discussed in a separate blog) are essential to prevent neck pain, back pain, and headaches, as well as to allow your body to get the best results from your chiropractic care. Ideally, micro-breaks should be performed before you start to feel stiff or sore at your worksite. For most people, this means taking a 20-30 second micro-break every 20-30 minutes of prolonged sitting. Of course, longer breaks of 1-5 minutes should also be taken every 2-3 hours, or as needed. Any of the exercises that Drs. Ezgur or DiDomenico prescribe for you can be used as a micro-break. One of the most effective micro-break exercises is Brugger’s Relief Position, as taught in our offices. Read More |