INSANITY IS LIVING WITH CHRONIC HEADACHES

Chronic headaches and migraines can be debilitating, impacting every aspect of your life. If you suffer from these conditions, you know how frustrating it can be to find relief. While many people turn to medication for relief, there is another option that you may not have considered – chiropractic care.

NORMAL AND HEADACHE DON’T GO TOGETHER

Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as a “normal” headache. Headaches are often a result of underlying musculoskeletal issues, and targeting these issues can help reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches. One of the key areas that chiropractors focus on is the neck, as it plays a significant role in headaches and migraines.

YOUR HEAD IS HEAVY

The average head weighs around 11 pounds, and the muscles in the neck work hard to balance this weight. However, every inch the head is forward or to the side adds another 11 pounds of weight that the muscles have to bear. This additional strain can cause tension and tightness in the muscles, leading to headaches.

Moreover, there are specific nerves in the upper neck called occipital nerves that can become pinched, leading to headaches. These nerves are responsible for transmitting pain signals, and when they are compressed, headaches can occur. There are 3 of these nerves on the right and 3 on the left. They account for headaches in the back of the head, temples, and forehead.

AUTONOMIC IMBALANCE

Additionally, the brain stem, located in the upper neck, controls the autonomic nervous system. When this area is out of balance, it can result in excess sympathetic “fight or flight” activity. This heightened activity increases muscle tension, inflammation, and pain, contributing to headaches and migraines. 

This also can interfere with rest, recovery, relaxation, and sleep. This all compounds the imbalances, driving ongoing headaches. 

IF YOU GO CHIROPRACTIC…IT MUST BE CORRECTIVE AND BALANCING

Chiropractors focus on correcting these issues through a technique known as corrective chiropractic. They seek to restore normal balance and motion to the spine, which involves addressing subluxations – spinal bones that are out of place and putting pressure on nerves.

By addressing these musculoskeletal issues and promoting proper alignment, chiropractic care can provide relief from headaches and migraines. Chiropractors use gentle adjustments to realign the spine, relieving pressure on the nerves and reducing muscle tension.

GRASS VALLEY CHIROPRACTIC CARE

If you suffer from chronic headaches or migraines, seeking chiropractic care in Grass Valley or any other location can be a beneficial approach to finding relief. By targeting the underlying musculoskeletal issues, chiropractors can help alleviate the frequency and intensity of headaches, improving your overall quality of life.

Don’t let headaches and migraines control your life any longer. Take a step towards relief and consult with a chiropractor to restore balance to your neck and your world.

Life Chiropractic in Grass Valley focuses on correcting sources of nerve irritation by helping to restore balance to the body. If you correct the cause the body is fully capable of eliminating the problem…all without dangerous medications.

About Dr. Berkowitz  

Bringing more than 3 decades of practice experience, Dr. Bill Berkowitz focuses on balancing and corrective care, applying his expertise to provide patients with predictable, repeatable and measurable results.

Dr. Bill consistently strives to enhance the well-being of his patients by addressing the root imbalances of their problems and promoting optimal balance, alignment, and function of the spine and nervous system.  

Bill’s wealth of knowledge and experience has allowed him to develop a nuanced understanding of the human body and its intricate connections. With each adjustment, he supports the body in returning to a state of balance that goes beyond mere symptom relief, focusing instead on long-term correction for his patients’ well-being. 

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