Headaches are becoming increasingly common and we are often guilty of taking some painkillers and ignoring the problem.
Headaches can take different forms such as migraines or tension headaches, and these can greatly impact our quality of life.
Headaches can be caused by various reasons, including but not limited to, poor posture, stress, sleeping patterns, poor nutrition and incorrect neck spine function.
Here are some tips which can help decrease the severity or frequency of headaches:
- Get enough sleep -adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle. Getting enough sleep plays an important role in your physical, mental and emotional health.
- Fix your sleeping posture – an awkward sleeping position affects the alignment of your spine and can cause stiffness in the morning. Avoid sleeping on your stomach and try to sleep on your back or sides instead to maintain the natural curve of the spine.
- Be mindful of your posture – whether it’s during your commute or at the office, maintaining a good posture is very important for spinal health.
- Improve your nutrition – having a nutritious breakfast can start your day off on the right foot with proper nutrition to fuel your body.
- Drive Smart – if you drive regularly, adjust your seat to make sure that you are not straining any part of your body. Move the seat closer to the steering wheel to support the curve of your back.
Chiropractic Can Help!
Chiropractors regularly care for and manage headaches and migraines.
Many studies have reported on the effectiveness of chiropractic care in relieving migraine pain and other health issues that arise from neck and back issues.
Click here to read the study.
For more information on maintaining a healthy spine, please visit the website of the Australian Chiropractors Association https://www.chiro.org.au/
How Dandenong’s Sims & Finn Chiropractic can relieve headache and migraine:
After a thorough examination, the Chiropractor will identify the primary source of your headaches or migraines and create an individualised management plan which may include Chiropractic adjustments, myofascial release and a specific exercise program.
Using these techniques will enable us to work with you to strengthen and stabilise your spine, which will allow you to function at your best.
If you’re experiencing headaches and/or migraines, speak to your Chiropractor and find out how Chiropractic care may be able to help you!
Subluxations can affect the body in multiple ways. At Sims and Finn, our focus is to analyse the spine for neuro-structural changes and adjust them, with the aim to allow you to function at your fullest potential.
To make an appointment, please either book online via our website, or call our friendly staff.
Sims & Finn Chiropractic
(03) 9792 1945
References
Haavik Taylor H and Murphy B. (2007). World Federation of Chiropractic’s 9th Biennial Congress Award Winning Paper (3rd Prize): Altered sensorimotor integration with cervical spine manipulation. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, in press.
Gert Bronfort; Willem J.J. Assendelft; Roni Evans; Mitchell Haas; LexBouter (2001). Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics. Efficacy of spinal manipulation for chronic headache: A systematic review