Pain Relief for Headaches: Chiropractic Care Can Help
Headaches (and the frequent neck pain associated with them) can ruin anyone’s day. Although popping a painkiller is the most frequent mode of pain relief for many headache sufferers, this does not usually address the causes behind the headaches. Our Beverly Hills chiropractor works with each patient to address the reasons for their pain so we can remove those instigators to prevent future headaches and migraines.
Headache and Neck Pain Triggers: Avoidance, Treatment and Pain Relief
Headache and Neck Pain Triggers: Avoidance, Treatment and Pain ReliefFirst, our Beverly Hills chiropractor will discuss the possible triggers behind your headaches to see if those can be eliminated. After that, a multi-faceted approach involving chiropractic adjustments and other therapies can help relieve stubborn headaches, neck pain, and even migraines. If you suffer from headaches, consider avoiding or managing the following frequent triggers for lasting pain relief:
Stress—hormonal and physiological reactions to stress can trigger neck pain, tension and headaches. If this is a common problem for you, carve out time for yourself for relaxation, proper nutrition, exercise and getting enough sleep. Stress can also adversely affect posture, particularly in the neck, which can lead to pinched nerves. Spinal adjustments can help correct alignment problems and provide relief.Environment—Think about the last time you had a bad headache (migraine or tension). Did bright lights, intense smells like cigarette smoke or paint, or loud noises figure into the onset of the pain? Some kinds of physical exertion can also cause problems. If this is the case, it is important to talk with our chiropractor to find out the underlying problem before it worsens.
Diet—Chemicals in particular foods, skipping meals and dehydration are frequent headache and migraine triggers. Wines and aged cheeses contain tyramine, and processed meats contain nitrites that are frequent headache instigators. Try implementing more organic foods into your diet and be sure to stay hydrated while sticking to a regular meal and snack schedule to avoid blood sugar swings.
If you suffer from frequent headaches, call us at 310-697-7007. Have you charted your headaches before? What triggers seem to be problematic for you?