How To Get Rid of Headaches For Good | Chiropractor for Headaches in Branson, MO
Hi, I’m Dr. Hill, owner and CEO of Hill Family Chiropractic. Today, we’re discussing how structural damage can negatively impact neurological function, leading to headaches. Many people experience this due to various reasons, such as car accidents, falls, sports injuries, or even repetitive movements from daily activities like desk work.
Understanding the Connection Between Spinal Health and Headaches
When there’s damage to the spine, it can shift out of alignment or sustain damage to ligaments and tendons around the nerves. This can negatively impact these nerves, causing inflammation and, ultimately, headaches and migraines. This type of spinal issue is known as a subluxation. As a chiropractor, my primary goal is to determine if a subluxation is present and identify the health of your spine.
Diagnostic Approaches and Treatment Options
We utilize X-rays to assess the spinal curvature. A loss of normal curvature, possibly from past injuries or ongoing stress from daily activities, can cause a “kink” in the neck. This kink can compress nerves that lead to headaches. By pinpointing these structural issues, we can make specific chiropractic adjustments to restore proper function and alignment to the spine. This not only decreases inflammation around the nerves but also improves their overall function.
Advanced Therapeutic Techniques
For longstanding issues that lead to conditions like arthritis or degeneration in the spine, we might need to go beyond adjustments. Cervical decompression therapy is one technique we use to relieve pressure on the nerves, enhance nutrient flow to the discs, and provide long-term relief rather than just temporary alleviation.
In cases of ligament damage from sports injuries or accidents, which can lead to fibrotic tissue formation around the nerves, we might incorporate class IV laser therapy. This therapy penetrates the soft tissue, reduces inflammation, breaks up scar tissue, and fosters long-term healing.
Importance of Comprehensive Evaluation
At Hill Family Chiropractic, we don’t just focus on the symptoms. We use advanced scanning technology developed by NASA to evaluate nerve inflammation and the overall health of your nervous system. This technology helps us understand the micro-level interactions within your spine and nervous system, identifying imbalances that could be causing your headaches.
Understanding the root cause of your headaches is crucial to developing an effective treatment plan. If you’ve tried various treatments but still suffer from recurring headaches, a detailed examination of your spinal structure and nerve function might provide the answers you need. If you need help or have questions about your specific condition, please reach out to us. Remember, you’re stronger, healthier, and happier with Hill Family Chiropractic.
