Thursday, September 29, 2016

Learning About Headache Solutions With Ellenville NY Chiropractic

By Bertulda Zerna


Headaches are among the leading health problems in America. Every person has suffered from headaches occasionally. An Ellenville NY chiropractic can offer a solution.

Some people, however, get headaches all the time. The only solution mainstream medicine offers is painkillers and may be advice to drink more water (dehydration can cause headaches). Most headaches are normally tension headaches, and the major cause is not at all inside the head.

It is in the neck.

If these headaches recur, it is an indication of a problem present in your neck. Tension headaches usually last for few minutes and up to several days in some instances. It is characterized by a mild pressure to moderate when severe.

Chronic tension headaches happen almost every day and in some instances daily. Pills are not fully effective as you can suffer from rebound headaches later on. A worse headache kicks in immediately the painkillers wear off.

A qualified chiropractor can establish whether your headache is "cervicogenic" - that is to say caused by a problem in your neck - or whether it is something else. If it is a neck problem, they can then resolve the underlying issue in the muscles of the neck or the spine by using chiropractic adjustment and possibly exercises and stretches designed to ensure the problem does not return.

Poor ergonomics and posture are the main causes of cervicogenic headaches. In cases that are extreme, some people need to undergo surgery. A chiropractor can help such patients avoid the surgery as it comes with various potential risks and the recovery period is long.

Acupuncture is also useful for headaches of all types, including migraine and cluster headaches, and some clinics will use the two therapies together, depending on exactly what the cause of the headache is. Many chiropractors also know something about nutrition and may be able to help find food triggers that commonly cause migraine flare ups (the most common are chocolate, caffeine and aspartame).

These therapies reduce dependence on painkillers and help people return to a pain free life. With acupuncture, you can also get relief from headaches caused by sinus issues or high blood pressure.

The American Chiropractic Association advocates for regular drinking of water and neck stretches to prevent a headache. There are people who benefit from vitamin B supplements but consulting an acupuncturist or chiropractor is the best to find a drug free solution. These methods are safe and have no side effects making them the best for pregnant women.

A chiropractor helps in assessing whether your chronic headaches are caused by the neck. Your neck is exposed to a lot of strains at work. These professionals will help eradicate your headache, lower back issues and quit popping pills.




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