Constant headaches and migraine headaches may stem from alignment, balance, and diet. While there are medications for migraines, the possibility of a medication-free solution to migraines is a minor miracle to some. Chiropractors have had success in relieving migraine symptoms and re-occurrence.
Several clinical trials indicate that spinal manipulation therapy may help in the treatment of migraine headaches. In one study of people with migraines, 22% of those who received chiropractic manipulation reported more than a 90% reduction of attacks and 49% reported a significant reduction of the intensity of each migraine. In addition, researchers reviewed 9 studies that tested spinal manipulative therapy for tension or migraine headaches and found that it was as effective as medications in preventing these headaches.
Other lifestyle measures that may reduce the number of migraines include:
- Avoiding cigarettes, caffeine, and alcohol
- Exercising regularly
- Getting enough sleep each night
- Relaxing and reducing stress in your life (see Mind/Body Medicine section)
- Eating regular meals
Dr Tim Erickson of Symmetry Chiropractic is a Naperville chiropractor who invites those with headache, migraine, or persistent ailments to seek alternative solutions that have a proven effective for other migraine sufferers.
Regardless of the symptom, there are solutions. Alternative remedies provide the non-surgical, medicine-free options that often work extremely well. Consider headache and migraine relief that may improve your life without the constant need for powerful medication.
