What Types of Headaches Can Chiropractors Treat?
If you suffer from chronic headaches or migraines, you have probably tried almost every treatment possible to find relief. If you are looking for a safe, effective alternative to prescription medication or painkillers, you may be interested in chiropractic care. Chiropractic headache therapies focus on addressing the underlying reason or trigger for your headaches or migraines. At Longview Chiropractic Center, Dr. Gary Lipkin can assess your symptoms, medical history, diet, and lifestyle and run diagnostic testing to uncover the cause of your headaches. He can then help you explore your options for chiropractic headache treatment in Longview, TX. Here is a look at the types of headaches he treats and the treatment options.
Cervicogenic Headaches
Cervicogenic headaches originate from the cervical spine or neck. They can cause pain in the back, top, or sides of the head. Dr. Lipkin can improve cervical spinal alignment, relieve pressure and tension, reduce pain and frequency of headaches, and restore function using chiropractic adjustments, joint mobilization, deep neck flexion exercises, and chiropractic massage.
Migraines
Migraines are intense headaches that can be triggered by emotional, biological, or environmental stimuli. Dr. Lipkin will help you identify your migraine triggers so that you can try to avoid them. He can treat migraines using chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and acupuncture. He may also recommend lifestyle modification, stress management, changes in diet and exercise, and implementing workplace ergonomics.
Cluster Headaches
Cluster headaches are severe, incredibly painful headaches that occur on one side of the face or head, typically around one eye. They usually last around 30 minutes, and you might get multiple daily for days or months at a time. Dr. Lipkin can reduce symptoms and frequency of cluster headaches using a combination of chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and acupuncture.
Sinus or Allergy-Related Headaches
Sinus pressure and allergies can cause throbbing or pounding headaches that radiate out from the sinuses or are focused in the temples or the back of the head. Chiropractic adjustments can improve alignment and promote the natural drainage of the sinus cavities. Chiropractic massage can also include sinus massage, which can clear sinus cavities and relieve pain, pressure, and swelling.
Stress and Tension Headaches
Stress and tension headaches feel like you have a tight band around your head, squeezing it and causing pain and pressure. Dr. Lipkin can use craniocervical mobilization to relieve muscle tension and strain and improve spinal alignment to facilitate healing and relieve pain. He may also recommend therapeutic exercises and stretches for stress relief.
Find Relief From Headaches and Migraines
At Longview Chiropractic Center, Dr. Lipkin can help you find lasting relief from headaches or migraines, and even help you prevent them from recurring. He specializes in chiropractic headache treatment utilizing a combination of chiropractic adjustments, chiropractic massage, lifestyle modification, therapeutic exercise, and acupuncture. Call us to schedule an appointment, or book an appointment online for headache treatment in Longview, TX.
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