One of the benefits of chiropractic care is that it is a drug-free treatment option. Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to relieve pain and tension, including spinal manipulation, cervical decompression, and massage. These treatments help to restore balance and alignment to the body, which helps reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches, possibly even eliminating headaches altogether.  These treatments also work to prevent headaches from developing in the first place.

Chiropractors are experts in the treatment of headaches. They identify the underlying cause of your headaches and provide care to address the source of the problem.  Headaches can be a sign that something is wrong with your spine, and chiropractic care can help to correct the problem.

How We Treat Headaches in Boise, ID

Comprehensive Consultation and Exam

When it comes to chiropractic headache treatment, a comprehensive consultation and exam are essential. This will allow us to determine the cause of your headaches and create a treatment plan specifically tailored to your needs. A thorough review of your medical history, functional and neurological testing, and a chiropractic assessment help us get the complete picture of your specific situation.

Once we have a clear understanding of your headaches, we can begin chiropractic treatment. This may include chiropractic adjustments, which are manual manipulations of the spine that help to restore proper alignment and mobility. Additionally, we may provide you with specific exercises and stretches to do at home, as well as advice on lifestyle changes that can help to prevent headaches.

Specific Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is a great way to relieve all types of headaches. Many different chiropractic techniques can be used to treat headaches, and we will tailor care to your specific situation. Some of the most common techniques that we use to treat headaches are spinal manipulation, massage, and cervical decompression.

By adjusting the spine through spinal manipulation we can optimize the nervous system, relieving pressure on the nerves and allowing the body to function at its very best.   Restored alignment also relieves tension and pressure on the muscles, ligaments, nerves, and discs, decreasing pain and improving function.  Chiropractic care is a safe and effective way to treat headaches. It is a natural way to relieve pain and inflammation and it does not cause any side effects. 

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Cervical Spinal Decompression

Cervical spinal decompression is a chiropractic treatment that is used to relieve pain in the cervical spine, or neck. It is a common treatment for conditions such as neck pain, whiplash, and headaches. Cervical spinal decompression works by gently stretching the muscles and ligaments in the neck. This helps to relieve tension and pressure on the nerves and discs in the neck.  Decompression works in conjunction with chiropractic adjustments to provide long-lasting headache relief.  

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Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a great way to relieve tension headaches and stress. Massage helps to loosen tight muscles and tension in the neck and shoulders.  It can also help improve circulation and decrease inflammation. This helps to relieve pressure on the nerves and discs in the spine. There are different techniques, such as deep tissue massage and trigger point massage, that show real promise when applied to clients with regular headaches.

Custom Therapeutic Exercise Plan

Based on your specific needs and health goals we will design a custom therapeutic exercise plan specifically for you.  This individualized plan will help you improve your strength, flexibility, and endurance, and can also help to reduce your risk of injury (an injury that is likely to lead to chronic headaches).  As chiropractors, we have the training and experience to design a plan that is tailored specifically for you, and that will help you achieve your goals.

Types of Headaches We Treat In Boise, ID

One of the benefits of chiropractic care is that it is a drug-free treatment option. Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to relieve pain and tension, including spinal manipulation, cervical decompression, and massage. These treatments help to restore balance and alignment to the body, which helps reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches, possibly even eliminating headaches altogether. These treatments also work to prevent headaches from developing in the first place.

Tension Headache

Tension headaches are the most common type of headaches. They are usually described as a feeling of pressure or a band of tightness that wraps around the head. Tight muscles in the neck and shoulders from stress, anxiety, poor posture, and eyestrain are the usual source of tension headaches.  

We can use chiropractic manipulation to relieve tension in these muscles, which helps to reduce the severity and frequency of the headache.  We can help to relieve tension headaches by adjusting the spine and neck as well as provide advice on how to improve your posture and help you to adjust your lifestyle to reduce stress. We may also use massage therapy, which can help to further relieve tension in the muscles.

Whiplash Headache

Whiplash headaches are a specific type of headache that is caused by the neck muscles and tendons being stretched and strained. These headaches can be caused by a sudden movement or trauma to the head, most common in car accidents and sporting injuries.

The best way to treat whiplash headaches is with chiropractic adjustments. We can help to realign the spine and neck, which can relieve the tension and strain on the muscles and tendons. Chiropractic treatment can also help to improve blood circulation to the area, which can help to reduce inflammation and pain.

The longer you go without chiropractic treatment, the greater the risk of the problem getting worse and harder to treat.  

Sinus Headache

Sinus headaches are caused by inflammation and congestion in the sinus cavities. This can be due to a cold, allergies, or another infection. Sinus headaches can be very painful and are often accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, nasal drainage, and facial pain.

Chiropractic treatment can be very effective for dealing with sinus headaches. Spinal manipulation helps to improve the alignment of the spine and relieve tension in the muscles and nerves. It also helps improve blood circulation and drainage, which can reduce inflammation and congestion in the sinuses.

Migraines

Migraine headaches are a type of headache that is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound. They can last for hours or even days. Migraines are believed to be caused by changes in the blood vessels in the head.

There are several different treatments for migraines, including medications, chiropractic care, and lifestyle changes. Chiropractic care is a non-invasive treatment option that is effective for many people. Again, by utilizing various techniques, we can greatly reduce the severity of migraines and possibly even eliminate them full stop.