Headache Question

Q: I get a lot of tension headaches, can chiropractic help me? Nina H.

A: It is estimated that 90% of men and 95 % of women experienced at least one headache last year. Of these headaches, 85 % were tension type headaches. Tension headaches are the most common type of headache and affect both men and women equally. These headaches may be caused by stress and can also become chronic; some people suffer with these headaches on a daily basis. Proper diagnosis is essential to determining the cause of your headaches. For those suffering with tension/muscular headaches, chiropractic is the treatment of choice. Research has shown that chiropractic management of these headaches is effective and safe. Once the cause of your headaches is determined, they can be avoided through spinal adjustments, exercise, and proper sleeping habits.