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Headaches, identified as pain or discomfort in the head, are
the most frequent form of pain experienced by the general population. While the
majority of headaches are relatively simple to reduce or eliminate, many people
can experience constant head pain without knowing the true cause of their
symptoms. As an individual suffering from chronic headaches, it’s important to
foremost determine the origin of the headache. There are many injuries or
conditions that could cause chronic headaches but, these are most commonly due
to spine-related problems.
The most common cause of headaches can relate to neck
complications. From spending excessive time looking down at a laptop, desktop,
iPad, and even from constant texting, an incorrect posture for extended periods
of time can begin to place pressure on the neck and upper back leading to
problems that could cause headaches. The majority of these type of headaches occurs
as a result of tightness between the shoulder blades, which in turn causes the
muscles on the top of the shoulders to also tighten and radiate pain into the
head.
If the source of the headaches is related to a complication
of the cervical spine or other region of the spine and muscles, chiropractic
care, such as chiropractic adjustments, manual manipulation, and physical
therapy, can be a good treatment option for relieving headaches. Through the
use of regular chiropractic treatment, a chiropractor can help improve the
natural mobility of the spine, allowing individuals to correct their posture
and be able to sit up properly for longer periods of time. Chiropractic
adjustments can restore the normal function and movement of the spine, helping to
reduce muscle contraction between the neck and the skull, ultimately reducing
the amount of pain one might feel in their head.
Also, a chiropractor may often follow up chiropractic
treatment with a series of exercises in order to improve posture as well as
offering advice for future lifestyle improvements to avoid further
complications. Before attempting any physical exercises, its important to
perform stretches and work-out routines previously recommended by a
chiropractor or medical specialist in order to prevent injury and correctly
rehabilitate the injury or condition causing your headaches.
By Dr. Alex Jimenez
