If you are experiencing a tension headache, which may be described as a tight band or dull ache around the head or behind the eyes, a common cause is subluxations in the upper spine. Chiropractic care can help reduce or completely stop these headaches and Nokomis Chiropractic and Wellness& and Wellness of Minnesota provides headache relief chiropractic care.

Almost everyone is affected by headaches at some point in their life and headaches can present themselves in a variety of ways. Some people only experience pain in one part of their head or behind their eyes, some people experience a pounding sensation inside their whole head, and some people even experience nausea, while others do not. The pain itself may be dull or sharp and may last for anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. Fortunately, very few headaches have serious underlying causes, but those that do require urgent medical attention.

A copious amount of peer-reviewed research studies show that chiropractic adjustments are very effective for treating tension headaches. Especially headaches that originate in the neck. Each individual's case is different and requires a thorough evaluation before a proper course of chiropractic care can be determined. However, in most cases of tension headaches, significant improvement is accomplished through manipulation of the upper two cervical vertebrae, coupled with adjustments to the junction between the cervical and thoracic spine. This is also helpful in most cases of migraine headaches, as long as food and lifestyle triggers are avoided as well.

Chiropractors vs. Traditional Medicine

Unlike conventional medicine, which focuses on attempting to treat the symptoms of disease, Nokomis Chiropractic and Wellness& and Wellness emphasizes on improving your health and getting to the root of the problem to reduce the risk of pain and illness in the first place. As most people would rather be healthy and avoid illness, traditional medicine’s approach is to deal with the problem only after it has occurred. Oftentimes, the traditional approach does nothing but prescribe medication that has adverse health effects, and can be highly addictive, especially when dealing with pain pills. As a result of the possible dangers many people are searching for an alternative to traditional medicine.

To fully understand the nature of your health we recommend you get a free evaluation. If you qualify for care as a patient at Nokomis Chiropractic and Wellness& and Wellness we will personally tailor a wellness program specifically targeted to your needs using the least invasive yet highly-effective techniques and services. Please feel free to contact us either by phone - (612) 822-0149, fax- (612) 822-7441, or email- NokomisChiro@gmail.com to inquire about any questions or concerns or to set up an appointment today.