By Bertulda Zerna


Headaches are among the leading health problems in America. Every person has suffered from headaches occasionally. An Ellenville NY chiropractic can offer a solution.

Some people, however, get headaches all the time. The only solution mainstream medicine offers is painkillers and may be advice to drink more water (dehydration can cause headaches). Most headaches are normally tension headaches, and the major cause is not at all inside the head.

It is in the neck.

If the headaches are recurring then you could be having a problem in the neck area. These headaches can last for several minutes and go up to days at times. The pain is mild pressure and moderate in case of a severe headache.

Popping pills is not only not fixing the problem but can, in some cases, make it worse with so called "rebound" headaches. This means that when the painkiller wears off, the headache comes back worse.

Visiting a certified chiropractor can help determine if your headache falls under the cervicogenic category to show it is a result of a neck issue or something else. If it emanates from a neck problem, the underlying issue in your spine or neck will be resolved. Chiropractic adjustments and maybe stretches and exercises will eradicate the problem completely.

Poor ergonomics and posture are the main causes of cervicogenic headaches. In cases that are extreme, some people need to undergo surgery. A chiropractor can help such patients avoid the surgery as it comes with various potential risks and the recovery period is long.

Acupuncture is also useful for headaches of all types, including migraine and cluster headaches, and some clinics will use the two therapies together, depending on exactly what the cause of the headache is. Many chiropractors also know something about nutrition and may be able to help find food triggers that commonly cause migraine flare ups (the most common are chocolate, caffeine and aspartame).

These therapies reduce dependence on painkillers and help people return to a pain free life. With acupuncture, you can also get relief from headaches caused by sinus issues or high blood pressure.

Drinking water regularly and doing neck stretches is highly advocated for by the American Chiropractic Association in the prevention of headaches. There are some people who supplement their vitamin B but you should consult a chiropractor or acupuncturist as it is a solution that is free from drug use. These two methods are great for pregnant women to use as they have no side effects and are safer.

If you have chronic headaches, then you should consider talking to a chiropractor to see if they are being caused by a misalignment or disc problem in your neck. Our necks have a lot of strain placed on them, especially when we sit in front of a computer for hours on end. A good chiropractor can fix headaches as well as lower back problems, and help restore range of motion in the neck that may be compromised. Add in acupuncture and you can say goodbye to the headaches... And the pills.




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