Headaches can range from mild and irritating to severe and debilitating. They may develop gradually or strike suddenly, but no matter their intensity, most people seek relief as quickly as possible. At Edmonds Spine & Sports Medicine, we help patients manage various types of headaches with personalized, non-invasive chiropractic care.
Tension Headaches
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. Their typical characteristics include:
A pressing or tightening sensation around the head
Bilateral (both sides) pain
Mild to moderate intensity
Duration from 30 minutes to one week
Tension headaches may cause light or sound sensitivity but rarely include nausea or vomiting. They are not linked to other medical conditions and often stem from muscle tension, poor posture, or stress.
Migraine Headaches
Migraines are less common but more severe than tension headaches. They are often mistaken for other headache types, but migraines have distinct symptoms:
Moderate to severe, pulsating pain, often on one side of the head
Duration of up to 72 hours
Nausea and/or sensitivity to light and sound
Worsening with physical activity
About 20% of migraine sufferers experience auras, which are visual or sensory disturbances that can occur before or between migraine attacks. Migraines are a neurological condition and are typically not related to other underlying health issues.
Cluster Headaches
Cluster headaches are rare but extremely painful. They are more common in men between the ages of 20 and 40 and have unique characteristics:
Severe, stabbing pain around one eye or on one side of the head
Short but intense attacks lasting 15 minutes to 3 hours
Possible occurrence up to eight times per day
Accompanying symptoms like tearing, nasal congestion, or forehead sweating
The extreme pain of cluster headaches often causes restlessness or agitation during an attack.
Chiropractic Solutions for Headaches
At Edmonds Spine & Sports Medicine, our chiropractic team takes a comprehensive approach to headache management. We:
Evaluate Your Lifestyle: Identifying potential headache triggers such as poor posture, diet, or stress.
Review Your Medical History: Understanding underlying conditions or contributing factors.
Provide Spinal Adjustments: Reducing nerve pressure and improving blood flow to alleviate tension and pain.
Offer Lifestyle Advice: Recommending stretches, exercises, and ergonomic adjustments to prevent future headaches.
Get Relief from Headaches Today
If headaches are interfering with your daily life, Edmonds Spine & Sports Medicine offers natural, drug-free solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you suffer from tension, migraine, or cluster headaches, our expert team will create a personalized treatment plan to help you find lasting relief.
Contact us today to schedule your first appointment. Relief may be closer than you think.