Bottom Line: Not many things can ruin your day like a bad headache. It seemingly comes out of nowhere, sometimes teasing its arrival with symptoms like vision changes and nausea. This is one visitor you don't want to stick around! Why it Matters: There are typically four phases of a migraine that many sufferers will experience: Premonitory: This phase is usually the warning that a migraine is coming on. Many people will experience symptoms like mood swings, neck stiffness, … [Read more...] about Relieving Migraine Headaches
Chiropractic
The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Daily Headaches
Bottom Line: It’s estimated that half of the world's adult population struggles with headaches at least once a year. These headaches can cause pain and disability which can affect your quality of life. But… why live with daily headaches when you can ease them away? Why it Matters: A quick visit to a Chiropractor can provide you with the care you need. Chiropractors can help relieve headaches in many ways. Here are just a few: Exploring Your History: During your initial assessment, … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Daily Headaches
The Link Between Stress & Headaches
Bottom Line: Are you feeling rushed? Are you dreading a big meeting at work? These events can all add up to the start of a headache. Often, it's not the event itself that results in a headache, but rather, your body's reaction to stress. If you cope by clenching your jaw or tensing your muscles, you may be more likely to experience headaches as a result. Why it Matters: Episodic headaches, or those that occur sporadically, are often triggered by isolated, stressful incidents, … [Read more...] about The Link Between Stress & Headaches
Surgery vs. Chiropractic: The Shocking Results
Bottom Line: Surgery is considered a last resort for the treatment of neck and back problems. The risks are significant, the costs are high, and the recovery is long and painful. If you haven't found relief with physical therapy or medications for your back pain, you may think surgery is next on the list. Well, new research has shown that Chiropractic care should be considered first, and the results may surprise you. Why it Matters: It's well known that the failure rate for … [Read more...] about Surgery vs. Chiropractic: The Shocking Results
Top Medical Groups Are Now Supporting Chiropractic
Bottom Line: The opioid epidemic has led many leading medical groups to emphasize the importance of conservative care for low back pain and neck pain. The world's largest medical society, the American College of Physicians, updated its low back treatment guide in 2017 to support conservative options, such as Chiropractic care. The guidelines were published in the prestigious Annals of Internal Medicine and have been adopted by many leading healthcare organizations. Why … [Read more...] about Top Medical Groups Are Now Supporting Chiropractic
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