Struggling with Headaches in Spring House?

Headaches are one of the most common medical complaints; most people experience them at some point in their life. They can affect anyone regardless of age, race, and gender.  They can be debilitating making it hard to attend work or school.  Evidence now supports many of the most common types of headaches originate in the muscles, nerves, and joints of the neck.  However, it is always recommended to see your Primary care provider to rule out any pathology.  Headache relief at our Spring House chiropractic clinic may be the solution you are looking for.

Headaches and Migraines in Spring House

Headaches are often referred pain from muscle and joint dysfunction of the cervical spine.  The cervical spine functions to provide mobility and stability to the head while connecting it to the relatively immobile thoracic spine.  There are 7 cervical vertebrae surrounded by muscles for stability and protection.  Repetitive microtraumas like longstanding forward head posture can have a negative effect on these muscles.  Traumas such as a concussion or whiplash can also create dysfunction in these structures as well as leading to chronic headaches.

Dysfunction of the muscles of the upper cervical spine are a common cause of headaches and “migraine-like” headaches.  Adhesions or restrictions between any of these muscles can create an enormous amount of stress on the upper cervical nerves and brain stem.  Most soft tissue treatments are unable to address the adhesions between muscles in this area.  Fortunately, Active Release has protocols that effectively address the dysfunction between the upper cervical muscles.  Restoring normal function to these muscles helps eliminate or at least reduce a majority of the common types of headaches.

This is just one source of cervical-related headaches. If you are struggling with migraines or headaches call our team at Fuller Chiropractic and Sports Injury Center today for help.