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Different Types of Headaches

Woman with aching headThere are many causes of headaches, and many types, but the most common headache treated by Dr. Mike is called the cervicogenic headache, typically brought on by poor posture or stress.

Morea Chiropractic Wellness Center’s chiropractic care with gentle corrections, massage therapy, diet change, and postural advice is extremely effective in treating this kind of headache.

Dr. Mike is one of a few chiropractors who are trained in a specialized occiput (skull) adjustment.

TENSION HEADACHES

These are sometimes referred to as chronic daily headaches. Tension headaches are caused by muscle contractions and cause mild to moderate pain. Tension headaches come and go over a period of time.

MIGRAINES

Inflamed blood vessels and arteries literally squeeze around your brain until it hurts. You may feel nausea, increased blood pressure, and sensitivity to bright light or noise. One of the best treatments for migraines is chiropractic care.

CLUSTER HEADACHES

The least common (but most severe) headache is often described as located behind the eye region. cluster headaches can occur one to three times per day during a ‘cluster’ period, which may last two weeks and extend as long as three months. To further complicate matters, a cluster headache may go into remission for months or years only to recur later down the line.

ORGANIC HEADACHES

Finally, organic headaches are the result of abnormalities in the brain and can lead to serious consequences. Only 5% of headaches are organic. It is incredibly important to go to your nearest hospital immediately if you feel sudden, sharp, severe pain, sudden lack of balance or falling, confusion, or seizures or difficulty speaking.

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