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Unmasking migraines: common causes and how chiropractic care can help

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Throughout my life, I have noticed how little guidance there is when it comes to maintaining health for you and your family. What drives me is, to guide my community in making important health decisions that will lead to better health and a better life for you and your family.

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Justin

Throughout my life, I have noticed how little guidance there is when it comes to maintaining health for you and your family. What drives me is, to guide my community in making important health decisions that will lead to better health and a better life for you and your family.

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Migraines can be debilitating, often characterised by intense headaches, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and even vision changes. They are more than just a headache, they are a neurological condition that can significantly impact daily activities and overall quality of life.

Chiropractic care is not just for adults. In fact, babies can benefit greatly from it as well. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of chiropractic care for babies, with a focus on how it can help with sleep and digestive problems.

What triggers migraines?

While the exact cause of migraines remains unknown, several triggers have been identified. These triggers don’t cause migraines per se, but they are like the spark that lights the fuse.

Stress

Stress is one of the most common triggers of migraines. This could be emotional stress from work, home, or significant life events. It could also be related to physical stress when sitting or standing for a long time in the same posture. Our bodies respond to stress by releasing certain chemicals that can provoke migraine attacks.

Dietary factors

Certain foods and drinks are known to trigger migraines. These include alcohol (especially wine), caffeine, chocolate, and foods containing histamine and MSG14. Dehydration and irregular eating habits, such as skipping meals, may also contribute to migraines.

Hormonal changes

Hormonal changes, particularly in women, can trigger migraines. Many women notice an increase in migraine attacks around their menstrual periods due to a drop in oestrogen levels67.

Lack of sleep

Sleep deprivation or irregular sleep patterns can also trigger migraines. It’s crucial to maintain a regular sleep schedule and ensure you’re getting enough rest each night.

How can chiropractic care help with migraines?

Chiropractic care offers an alternative approach to managing migraines. It focuses on the health of your spine, which houses your nervous system controlling every cell and organ in your body.

 

A chiropractor can perform spinal correction to alleviate interference in your nervous system, thereby reducing the frequency and severity of migraines. Regular chiropractic care can also help to correct postural habits that may be contributing to your migraines. Moreover, your chiropractor can provide advice on diet, exercises, and relaxation techniques to help manage stress, one of the most common migraine triggers.

Conclusion

Migraines can be challenging to deal with, but understanding their common triggers can help in managing them effectively. Chiropractic care can serve as a beneficial addition to your migraine management strategy, offering a holistic approach to care. Remember, every individual is unique, so what works for one person may not work for another. It’s essential to work with healthcare professionals to create a personalised treatment plan that suits your needs. If you’re suffering from migraines and want to explore how chiropractic care can help, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to assist you on your journey towards better health. Just click on the button below and let’s get started! 

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At The Right Chiro, we understand that you are frustrated and disappointed with your current health status because we see the overwhelm in making the best choices for your health and a lack of confidence in your body’s ability to heal. We offer family orientated chiropractic care and health education, giving you clarity in making the right choices and we reconnect you with your ability to heal. When you function better, you empower yourself to live a happier and healthier life.

Footnotes

  1. Mayo Clinic. Migraine – Symptoms and causes. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/migraine-headache/symptoms-causes/syc-20360201 ↩ ↩2
  2. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Migraine. https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/disorders/migraine ↩
  3. Cleveland Clinic. Migraine Headaches: Causes, Treatment & Symptoms. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/5005-migraine-headaches ↩ ↩2
  4. Chester County Hospital. 10 Possible Causes of Your Migraines — and What You Can Do About It. https://www.chestercountyhospital.org/news/health-eliving-blog/2021/june/10-possible-causes-of-your-migraines ↩ ↩2
  5. Family Doctor. What Causes Migraines? – Migraine Symptoms. https://familydoctor.org/condition/migraine/ ↩
  6. WebMD. Migraine: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention. https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/migraines-headaches-migraines ↩
  7. NHS UK. Migraine. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/migraine/ ↩ ↩2