Seattle Doctor Alleviates Migraine Headaches With Chiropractic Adjustments And Massage

By Jesrel Madrid


There are many remedies to combat a headache. Many that rely on taking prescription or over the counter medication are not acceptable to some people. They fear addiction. A migraine headache may be so severe as to be disabling for the duration. A Seattle Chiropractor offers spinal adjustments to alleviate the excruciating pain.

A migraine is a primary headache, meaning it is not caused by a disease. Some people have them frequently and others only rarely. Each person experiences the onset and length of time it lasts differently. Each is bad enough to be temporarily disabling.

The trigeminal nerve is affected by an alteration in the brainstem. This nerve carries pain signals. Any subluxation of the spine, which means one or more vertebrae are out of place, has an affect on the area. It is one possible cause of the migraine headache. Others include certain foods, stress and environmental factors.

The nerve roots that send signals to activate the entire body are encased in a series of small hollow bones that form the spinal column. If a misalignment occurs for whatever reason, it can exert pressure against a nerve. That is a cause for serious pain and may be connected to the migraine headache.

The first thing your chiropractor must do is perform a thorough evaluation of your condition. You will discuss the frequency, duration and intensity of the pain you are suffering. There are tests, possibly including an x-ray that help to determine how best to help you.

When the evaluation is done, a plan for care can be arranged to alleviate the pain. Often, spinal adjustments are used. You will visit the office to have them done. Adjunctive care may include massage and dietary advice. Some foods, chocolate and cheese among them, are suspected of causing these headaches. You will learn what to avoid in the future to lessen the chance of triggering another migraine.




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