Headaches are one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people every day; however, not all headaches are created equal. From dull, tension related aches to sharp, throbbing migraines, understanding the cause of your headache is the first step toward long-term relief.

Most Common Types of Headaches

Tension Headaches: Typically caused by tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and upper back. These headaches feel like dull pressure or wrap around the forehead, like a headband.

Migraines: Characterized by sharp, throbbing pain, typically on one side, often with light or sound sensitivity, nausea, or other visual disturbances.

Cervicogenic Headaches: These begin in the neck and radiate upward, to the back of the head, but can also wrap around to the eyebrow ridge on one side. Often linked to spinal misalignment, muscle imbalances, or restricted joints.

Sinus Headaches: Caused by sinus inflammation or congestion, creating pressure around the eyes, cheeks, nose, and forehead.

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Chiropractic adjustments help restore healthy joint motion in the spine and relieve tension in the surrounding muscles and nerves, especially those in the neck and upper back, where many of these headaches begin.

By improving spinal alignment and optimizing nervous system function, chiropractic care may help:

• Decrease muscle tension and improve spinal posture
• Reduce stress on nerves that may contribute to painful headaches
• Enhance blood flow and oxygen delivery to the head and neck
• Lower the frequency and intensity of chronic headaches

Lifestyle & Wellness Support

True headache prevention starts with simple daily habits:

• 💧 Staying Hydrated: Dehydration is a common trigger for lots of headaches– aim for half your body weight (in ounces) of water each day and consider adding electrolytes!
• 🧘‍♀️ Moving Often: Take breaks from the phone or computer, stretching, or walking throughout the day can help relieve tension.
• 🌿 Supplement Wisely: Magnesium and B-complex vitamins can support nerve and muscle health.
• 😴 Prioritizing Rest: Quality sleep and stress management help the body recover faster and better.

Find Relief That Lasts

Headaches shouldn’t hold you back. Chiropractic care focuses on finding the why behind your pain, not just covering up the headache symptoms. With personalized care and small daily changes, you can feel better, live better!

📍 Visit your closest Tuck Chiropractic or tuckclinic.com to learn how chiropractic care can help you feel your best.