Head and Neck Chiropractic

Head and Neck

Did you know that chiropractic care can help with headaches and neck pain? Headaches and neck pain can be caused by inflammation in the neck and misaligned vertebrae. Since chiropractic care seeks to correct subluxations, which are small misalignments of the vertebrae, it can help reduce the frequency and severity of tension headaches, migraines, neck pain, and stiffness. The good news is that our chiropractic team in can help locate the causes of your pain and provide various natural treatment options.

Causes of Headaches and Neck Pain

Headaches and neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

Inflammation of soft tissues in the neck

Misaligned vertebrae

Overuse or a repetitive motion injury

Sprains and strains

Stress and anxiety

Text neck

Whiplash

Symptoms of Headaches and Neck Pain

You may feel a variety of symptoms with your headache and neck pain. The good news is that at Stellhorn Chiropractic we can help reduce symptoms so that you can get back to living your life.

Headache Symptoms

The most common types of headaches are tension headaches and migraines. Depending on the type of headache, you may experience:

Blurry vision

Difficulty concentrating

Dull or sharp aching in the head

Nausea or upset stomach

Sensitivity to light and sound

Stiff or sore neck

Neck Pain Symptoms

Neck pain can occur on its own or in conjunction with a headache. Common symptoms include:

Dull headache

Herniated disks in the neck

Loss of range of motion

Neck pain

Tingling down one or both arms

Upper back pain

Chiropractic Treatments for Headaches and Neck Pain

When you choose Foust as your chiropractor, the causes of your headaches and neck pain will be identified via a physical assessment, medical history, and digital images. Once our team knows the causes of your pain, a custom holistic treatment program will be developed.

Common chiropractic treatment options often include chiropractic adjustments to the upper back and neck, massage therapy, acupuncture, and hot and cold therapy to help reduce inflammation and relieve pain. In some instances, corrective exercises may also be recommended to strengthen the muscles of the neck and improve flexibility.

To learn more about how chiropractic care can help with your headache and neck pain, give our office a call at (260) 485-1433. We’d love to be your chiropractic care team.