Can Chiropractic Care Help Headaches and Migraines?

If you're reaching for ibuprofen several times a week or spending days in bed with migraines, there may be a better path forward. Chiropractic care has strong evidence behind it for several types of headaches.

Types of Headaches That Respond to Chiropractic

Tension-Type Headaches

The most common kind — a dull, pressing sensation often triggered by muscle tension in the neck. Chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue work directly address this root cause.

Cervicogenic Headaches

These headaches actually originate in the neck — specifically from dysfunctional joints in the upper cervical spine — and refer pain into the head. Studies show chiropractic manipulation is highly effective here.

Migraines

A subset of migraine sufferers find significant relief with chiropractic care. Reducing cervical tension and improving spinal function can lower migraine frequency and intensity.

What the Research Says

A Cochrane review — one of the most trusted forms of evidence-based research — found that chiropractic manipulation was effective for migraine and cervicogenic headaches, comparable to first-line medications without the side effects.

What to Expect at Balance Chiropractic

Dr. Austin "Buzz" Klute at Balance Chiropractic takes a thorough history of your headache pattern and develops a personalized plan including:

•       Cervical and upper thoracic adjustments

•       Graston Technique to release tight suboccipital muscles

•       Dry needling to release trigger points in the neck and base of skull

•       Postural correction and ergonomic guidance

Ready to feel better? Balance Chiropractic in Cottage Grove, WI is here to help. Call us at 608-471-4104 or visit https://appturl.com/balance-chiropractic-1/bookings to schedule your appointment today.