Chiropractic and Headaches

How does Chiropractic provide relief for Headaches?

Chiropractic can provide relief for certain types of headaches by removing irritation to the nervous system that was being caused by improper positioning of the joints in the neck and head.

How do I know if the headaches that I have can be helped by chiropractic adjustments?

The best way to know if you can be helped by a chiropractor is to schedule a30 minute complimentary consultation to see if Chiropractic can help you.

How does a Chiropractor know where to adjust?

Finding the correct place to adjust is accomplished by examining the movement of the neck and determining which joint or joints are restricting movement. This restriction in movement is what causes the nerves and muscles in the area to become irritated.

How long does it take for the headaches to stop occuring?

The amount of time before the headaches will stop depends on the amount of time the restriction was present, as well as how much damage was done to the area due to the restricted movement of the neck.

Can my job be causing my headaches?

Depending on what you do for work it is a definite possibility theat the position you are in at work could be aggravating your headaches. The Chiropractor will go over your daily routines and activities to determine if they could be triggering or making your headaches worse.

Is it safe to get adjusted if I am having headaches?

Low force Chiropractic adjustments are very safe. Adjustments are performed using the least amount of force necessary to return proper movement to the restricted joint. These adjustments are delivered using specialized instruments that are designed to produce the exact amount of force desired by the Chiropractor to safely and effectively adjust the spine.