Migraine? Headache? You do not know where turn. Are you prone to recurring and frequent headaches that partially or totally incapacitate you, that can last from a few hours to a few days? Medications helps a bit but the relief does not last, it always comes back.
Your spine and especially your neck could be the origin of your problem. Migraine and headache pain and symptoms can vary and include one or more of:
% of people with migraines or headaches due tension who had at least two significant cervical subluxations.
Irritation of the nerve roots in the spine and especially in the cervical region (neck) is often a primary reason for headaches or migraine. Of course other factors may also be considered, such as diet, stress and hormonal changes. To help the neuralgic causes associated with poor articular mechanics, see:
Physical activity is an easy and effective way to reduce tension and stimulate blood circulation to better oxygenate the muscles of your body. Active and oxygenated muscles are more likely to stay relaxed and prevent irritations of the nerve endings in your spine.
Osteoarthritis is a devious process that develops over time without being noticed. Contrary to popular belief, osteoarthritis is not a disease of aging; it exists at all ages and consists of a degradation of the cartilage and articular mechanics.
Staying long hours in the sitting position at the office or at home in front of a computer monitor can easily precipitate headaches. A bad ergonomic position in front of the computer screen will also contribute to the triggering of headaches.
Stress of everyday life is not easy to avoid completely, but preventive measures to avoid stressful situations or hasty actions at the last moment, a healthy diet by avoiding coffee and sugar as well as a good nights sleep will go a long way to help headaches.
Tension caused by headache may be due to improper movement or positioning of the cervical vertebrae. We will then speak of vertebral subluxations. A study published in the Journal of Manipulative & amp; Physiological Therapeutic demonstrated that 84% of participants with migraine or headaches due to strain had at least two significant cervical subluxations. To remedy this dysfunction, chiropractic adjustment stimulates the nervous system by restoring the mobility of the cervical vertebrae, resulting in relaxation of the cervical muscles and relief of pain caused by tension.
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