Headache Treatment to Relieve Pain and Restore Comfort
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Headaches are a common condition that most people will experience many times throughout their life. The main symptom of a headache is pain in your head or face. There are several types of headache including migraine, tension and cluster that vary in intensity and duration. Here you’ll learn all about headaches and how we can help you to prevent them.
Types of Headache
There are more than 150 different types of headaches, the most common of which are:
Tension headaches. Tension headaches have a slow onset, with pain usually on both sides of the head, which is dull or feels like a vice around the head. These are the most common type of headache with pain that is mild to moderate, but not severe.
Migraine headaches. Migraines are more intense than tension headaches and are often described as a throbbing or pulsating pain, usually on one side of the head. A migraine can be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
Cluster headaches. Cluster headaches are less common, but quite uncomfortable, identified by severe pain on one side of the head usually behind one eye. They may be accompanied by tearing, a runny nose, swelling of the eyelid, or a droopy eyelid.
If you’re suffering with frequent headaches your we can help you identify which type of headaches they are and how best to manage them.
Causes of Headaches
Headaches are classified as primary or secondary:
Primary headaches are when the headache itself is the main medical problem, not an underlying condition. Some people may have a genetic disposition to primary headaches, while contributing factors can include dehydration, low blood sugar, poor posture, alcohol, certain foods and stress.
Secondary headaches are related to an underlying medical condition such as a neck injury, cold or flu, eyesight problems, or hormonal changes.
Learning what triggers your own headaches can help you prevent them from occurring as often.
The Benefits of Chiropractic for Headaches
Chiropractic aims to treat the whole person and not just the symptoms. We will address the underlying causes of your headaches, including posture and alignment, as well as wider lifestyle issues including stress, anxiety, hydration and nutrition. Get in touch and one of our specialists today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Call us on 01702 710084.
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Chiropractic care may help with some headaches, particularly those associated with neck pain, muscle tension or restricted movement. These may include cervicogenic headaches and some tension-type headaches. We’ll assess your symptoms carefully to determine whether treatment is appropriate and whether your headaches may be linked to your neck or musculoskeletal system.
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Headaches can have many different causes, including muscle tension, stress, dehydration, poor sleep, eye strain, migraines, medication overuse and problems affecting the neck. Because headaches vary considerably from person to person, a thorough assessment is important to help identify possible contributing factors.
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Yes. Headaches can sometimes originate from structures in the neck. These are often called cervicogenic headaches and may be associated with neck pain, stiffness, reduced movement or pain that begins at the base of the skull and travels towards the forehead, temple or eye. We’ll assess whether your neck may be contributing to your symptoms.
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A cervicogenic headache is a headache that is referred from the neck. It may be felt on one side of the head and can sometimes be aggravated by neck movement or sustained postures. Symptoms may also include neck stiffness, reduced neck movement or tenderness around the neck and upper shoulder muscles.
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It may help when tension headaches are associated with muscular tension or restricted movement in the neck and upper back. Treatment may include spinal mobilisation or manipulation, soft tissue techniques, advice and exercises designed to improve movement and reduce muscular strain.
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Migraine is a neurological condition and is different from a headache originating from the neck. Some people with migraine also experience neck pain or musculoskeletal problems that may be assessed and treated separately. Chiropractic care should not replace appropriate medical assessment or prescribed migraine treatment.
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Prolonged or sustained postures can contribute to neck and upper-back discomfort in some people and may aggravate certain headaches. Long periods spent working at a computer, using a phone or remaining in one position may be relevant. We can assess whether these factors appear to be contributing to your symptoms and provide appropriate advice and exercises.
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Most headaches are not caused by a serious condition, but certain symptoms require urgent medical assessment. Seek urgent medical attention for a sudden extremely severe headache, a headache following a significant head injury, or a headache accompanied by symptoms such as weakness, numbness, confusion, difficulty speaking, loss of consciousness, significant visual disturbance, fever or severe neck stiffness.
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Not necessarily. Most headaches do not routinely require imaging. If your history or examination suggests that further investigation is appropriate, we’ll explain this and recommend the appropriate next step. Digital X-ray facilities are available on site at our Leigh-on-Sea clinic when X-rays are clinically indicated.
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Optimum Spine Centre is located at 1212 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2UA. We assess patients with headaches, neck pain and related musculoskeletal problems from Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff, Hadleigh, Benfleet, Rayleigh and surrounding areas. You can book an appointment online or call us on 01702 710084.