Gresham Migraine Headache Sufferers Find Relief Through Chiropractic Therapy

By John Bolton


According to studies there are over 45 million residents of the USA who suffer headaches on a chronic, recurring basis. Of these individuals, more than 28 million suffer migraines. Headaches affect one out of five children in the United States. With help from a Gresham chiropractor, the frequency and intensity of headache pain are reduced.

While their exact cause is unknown, migraines are related to contractions of blood vessels and other changes in one's brain. They cause moderate to severe pain that throbs or pounds. Migraines last from a few hours to several days. Sufferers generally have one to four episodes each month. When the headache occurs, the sufferer may be sensitive to noise, light or odors. He may suffer from nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting or abdominal pain.

The tendency to suffer migraines is hereditary. Children of migraine sufferers are more likely to experience these headaches. When both parents have migraines, their children are born with a 70% chance of being affected by them as well. Even if just one parent experiences migraines, the child can have up to a 50% chance of having them.

There are both external and internal factors that may trigger the episode. Strong odors such as perfume or second-hand smoke are common causes. Diet, stress, pollution, atmospheric changes, noise or lighting may start a fresh episode. Both children and adults who are affected by these headaches find excess physical activity a trigger.

Chiropractors find adjustments to restore balance to the upper cervical spine may help to provide headache relief. Factors such as strained muscles and poor posture may increase the chance of pain. Restoring balance to the neck helps to improve blood flow to the brain, preventing many headaches.

Chiropractors offer several kinds of therapy in providing holistic care for patients. Their adjustments are designed to restore spinal balance and improve function of the body. Form many patients, regular visits are a key to better living and reduced pain from their migraine headaches.




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