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Effects of Chiropractic Treatments for Migraine Relief
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For over 100 years, chiropractic treatments have become an acceptable form of therapy in the Western world for treating aches, pains and injuries. Chiropractic adjustments are designed to improve nervous system functioning so that the body can heal itself naturally. Many people experience pain or mental health problems because of insufficient communication between the brain and other parts of the body. When the central nervous system is not working properly, the result is often severe headaches, migraines, anxiety and a number of other health problems.
How Chiropractic Treatments Work for Migraine Headaches
Some experts believe that chiropractic treatments can provide migraine relief because treatments can correct chemical imbalances, and improve nerve functioning that often becomes limited during a migraine attack.
According to Psychology Today, migraines typically result from a chemical imbalance in the brain and are caused by blood vessels that dilate into the brain. This can be triggered by hormones or even certain foods, and the aggravation of the nerve fibers is what causes the severe migraine ‘attack.’
Chiroweb.com reports that the classic migraine is defined by visual distortions, gastrointestinal problems and throbbing pain in the temples and above the eyebrows. This type of disturbance is directly related to a lack of effective communication between the brain and the spine, and can be corrected without medication (Source: Chiroweb.com).
Chiropractic treatment can help to reduce the aggravation of the nerve fibers by improving the communication pathways between the brain and the spine, and thereby correct chemical imbalances that may be triggering the migraine attack.
Chiropractic Techniques for Migraines
The specific chiropractic techniques that can be used for migraine sufferers include gentle stretching and pulling of the neck, and correcting postural problems. Migraines typically occur in people who sit in a hunched position over the computer for long periods of time, and those who naturally stand with poor posture.
Chiropractic therapy helps reduce nerve irritation, loosens tightened muscles, limits the amount of pressure on blood vessels, and realigns vertebrae so that the spine and brain are functioning at their optimal levels.
Benefits of Chiropractic Treatment for Migraines
If you are suffering from migraine headaches on a regular basis, a chiropractor may be able to help reduce the frequency of the attacks, and improve symptoms overall. Key effects of chiropractic treatments for migraine relief include:
- Reduced frequency of migraine headaches or persistent headaches
- Reduced neck and upper back pain
- Improved posture
- Better sleep
- Reduced anxiety and restlessness
- Improved productivity
Migraines can occur at any time, and are often more severe in some people than in others. In some extreme cases, the person having the attack may have poor concentration, see spots in their eyes, and even experience memory problems.
Contact a chiropractor in your area to learn more about treatment options for migraines. You may be a good candidate for an adjustment if you meet certain criteria, and you have not been able to manage or control the pain with medication or lifestyle changes.
Published: 06/19/2009, Last Updated: 06/19/2009
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