5 Different Headaches and How to Find Relief in Walnut Creek, CA

Walnut Creek Chiropractors see patients with frequently headaches all the time. Headaches are very common and there are quite a few types. It is important to understand which one you are suffering from in order to get the appropriate help. Let’s take a closer look at 5 different headaches and then find out where to find help no matter which headache you suffer from.

Different Headaches

• Sinus headaches: due to sinus inflammation or infection
• Tension headaches: the most common headache that feels as if the head is being squeezed around the temples
• Cluster headaches: thankfully, an extremely rare headache that consists of extreme pain in one eye; women get it more often than men
• Migraines: actually a neurological disorder, headaches are one of its major symptoms; also accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound
• Rebound headaches: if you are taking too much medication to care for headaches, it can rebound on you and cause medication overuse headaches; this occurs with either over-the-counter or prescription medications

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Natural Headache Solutions

While medications may help on a temporary basis, here at Advance Upper Cervical Chiropractic we take an alternative approach and care for the underlying cause. This often has to do with a misalignment in the bones of the upper cervical spine. The C1 and C2 vertebrae have the important job of protecting the brainstem. However, if a misalignment has happened due to a trip and fall or a blow to the head or neck, these bones may begin to put undue pressure on the brainstem. This can lead to faulty signals being sent to and from the brain and body. Another possibility is that fluid flow (blood and cerebrospinal fluid) becomes restricted. All of these scenarios can cause headaches of various types.

We use a gentle method designed to encourage the bones to realign themselves without the need to pop or crack the spine. This method has been proven to be effective in helping with headaches, often bringing relief in one or two adjustments.