CLiving with chronic headaches in State College, PA? Dr. Renee Gehrig and the team at Gehrig Family Chiropractic Center can help get to the root and provide lasting relief.
Chiropractic Relief for Headaches
Headaches have a terrible tendency to get in the way of life. They can make it hard to concentrate, sleep, spend time with loved ones, and pretty much anything else you try to do with your day. While most people head to the medicine cabinet for some headache relief, medications do little more than mask the pain for a short time. Chiropractic care, however, can provide more lasting relief naturally. Dr. Gehrig and the team at Gehrig Family Chiropractic Center in State College, PA, explain how below.
Headaches Are a Symptom
A headache might seem like an issue itself, but it’s actually the symptom of another issue. More often than not, that root issue is tied up in the musculoskeletal system. Some common causes of headaches include:
- Tension
- Misalignment in the neck or spine
- Restricted blood flow
- Herniated discs
- Nerve compression
- Injuries, such as whiplash
- Poor posture
Such issues lead to headaches, migraines, and various other symptoms.
How Can a Chiropractor Help With Headaches?
Chiropractors specialize in treating issues of the musculoskeletal system, such as those listed above. By getting to the issue that is the root cause of your headaches, natural and lasting relief is possible.
Though treatment plans depend specifically on the individual’s root cause and contributing factors, the following are some common chiropractic techniques for headaches.
Adjustments
Adjustments are an essential component for restoring alignment to the neck and spine. This allows for tension relief, relief of compressed nerves, and more.
Spinal Decompression
Poor posture, accidents, and even daily life can lead to compression within the neck and back. This causes undue pressure on the discs, nerves, muscles, and other components. Decompression therapy gently stretches the spinal column, naturally relieving this pressure.
Soft Tissue Techniques
Various soft tissue techniques can be beneficial for headaches, as they relieve tension, improve blood flow, and more. Some highly effective soft tissue techniques include chiropractic massage, cold laser therapy, and electrical stimulation.
Therapeutic Exercises
Therapeutic exercise utilizes stretching and strengthening movements that can help relieve tension and correct structural issues. It can also help correct posture and other contributing factors.
You don’t have to resign yourself to living with headaches. If you are in the Bellefonte, Boalsburg, Centre Hall, or State College, PA, areas, let Dr. Gehrig and the team at Gehrig Family Chiropractic Center help. You can schedule an appointment by calling (814) 231-0717 today.