Migraine Headaches and Chiropractic

San Francisco Chiropractor Comments:

I first saw a chiropractor when I was about 10 years old because I was having really bad headaches. The chiropractor fixed my problem in a few visits...and that was that.

Children respond very favorable to chiropractic adjustments...and usually they only require a few visits...it just depends on the problem.

Then, later on in my life...when I was about 23, I started getting the headaches again. This time they were really bad. So bad that my medical doctors prescribed Percodan for the pain. I even had a brain scan to see if I had a brain tumor. Nothing worked, the drugs made me sick, and it turned into a mess.

Then I went back to see a chiropractor...well, it worked again. This time it took a little longer because the vertebral subluxations in my neck were pretty bad. But I could not believe it. They would come back a little every now and then...but then the migraines disappeared...forever.

My story is not uncommon amongst chiropractors. Most of us had a really close family member get well or we ourselves had our own little chiropractic miracle...which is what brought us into the profession.

So...over the years I have really been able to relate to patients with migraine headaches. Of course the first place I look for problems is the neck. Bones out of place (subluxations), herniated cervical discs, bulging discs, and pinched nerves...as well as spinal degeneration...can all lead to headaches.

Chiropractic adjustments are sure a lot better than taking pain pills every day or going from doctor to doctor and feeling like you have some kind of mysterious disease.

So, if you have been suffering from headaches and feel like you have reached the end of the line...consider chiropractic. Chances are...you will be glad you did.

If you would like to find out if you are a candidate for care at our San Francisco Financial District Chiropractic Center...simply call 415-392-2225 and ask for a complimentary consultation.

Comments

[Jill K.]

I had headaches all my life also. I finally tried chiropractic and now my headaches are gone. It was the best thing I ever did.

[rob]

I must agree with you on that Jill. Ever since I started chiropracic treatments, the fredquency and pain level have greatly diminished. I recommend it to everyone.

[Santa Barbara Chiropractor - Paul Zemella]

Can Chiropractors Help Migraines?

When most of us think of migraine headaches, we tend to think of how we can find relief and where we can find it. We usually think of doctors, urgent care and even the emergency room for relief, depending upon how bad the headache is and whether the migraine starts at 2:00 in the afternoon or 2:00 in the morning. There is so much research going on regarding migraine headaches and there is progress being made regarding medication, treatment, prevention and more. The only problem is that there are still many people who suffer from migraines and have not found the cure or even treatment or relief.

For those of us who are used to going to a chiropractor for treatment, sometimes we think about going to see our chiropractor for help. There are others who go to the Santa Barbara chiropractors for other things but are unsure as to whether or not a chiropractor can bring relief for migraine headaches.

Most people feel that a good and experienced Santa Barbara chiropractors can provide relief. With millions of migraine sufferers trying to deal with triggers and other issues that cause their migraines.

The upper part of your neck and cervical spine is located at the brain stem and is full of nerves that can send pain signals to anywhere in the head. Many individuals that suffer from headaches –especially migraines – note that they very often experience pain that begins at the base of the brain and progresses up the neck and the back of the head and over to the front or side of the head, and if you’ve suffered a migraine, you know the rest.

There are lots of stories of individuals who combat migraines on a long-term basis. They either experience them regularly every week or month or maybe a bit less often, or they experience a migraine that continues for days or even weeks or more. Many of these individuals have sought out conservative chiropractic services and found relief. Chiropractors can gently manipulate the bones, offer heat or cold treatments and massage, often eliminating migraine pain.
If you are suffering from migraines and have tried numerous remedies that have not worked, you can try a chiropractor and see if things work out well. Many migraine sufferers have gone to a chiropractor as a last resort and found lasting relief.

Santa Barbara Chiropractors has come a long way since its early beginnings and it is being combined more with other natural treatment options, which in turn gives the patient the best possible outcome in relieving their pain and discomfort. If you are in pain, make an appointment today to have an evaluation with the competent staff and be on your way to a pain-free life with an all natural treatment plan tailored for your condition.