Addressing The Root Cause of Your Migraines

Migraines are, unfortunately, an extremely prevalent condition, affecting approximately 38 million people across the U.S. If you don’t suffer from migraines, chances are you know someone who does. Migraines are not simply just a really bad headache; they are accompanied by a host of neurological symptoms that can sometimes take days to recover from. Healthcare options for migraine sufferers are fairly limited overall and mostly consist of a variety of medications that seek to combat the pain and nausea associated with an episode.

We have seen a trend where more and more people are seeking out natural treatments or remedies for their conditions, and migraine headaches are no exception. People who suffer from chronic migraines may feel tied to different pharmaceuticals they’ve been prescribed to manage the many symptoms, from the pain of the headache to nausea. Many have concerns over side effects, ramifications of long-term usage of these medications, or just prefer to try and manage their health with a more natural approach. Certain supplements and herbs have been looked at in the management of the condition, including:

Magnesium – which may play a role in menstrual migraines and overall headache prevention
Coenzyme Q10 – which may be effective in helping childhood migraines
Riboflavin – also known as vitamin B2, which works as an antioxidant

While supplementation can be helpful in symptomatic treatment, it doesn’t address the root cause.

Addressing The Cause of Migraines

In many cases, migraine headaches have their roots in the nervous system. The central nervous system controls and coordinates the function of all the other systems in the body. In the instance of migraines, oftentimes the blood vessels, or vascular system, are involved as well. A very specific type of misalignment of the atlas vertebra, which sits at the very top of the neck at the base of the head, is found in most people who find their way to our office with migraines. When the atlas shifts, it creates an obstruction in the ability for the brainstem to function normally. This means that normal signals travelling over the nerves are compromised, and blood flow is affected, which can contribute to the many symptoms of a migraine attack.

At Crowder Specific Chiropractic, our priority is figuring out if a misalignment of the atlas is at the root of your migraines. If through our thorough analysis, it is determined that your atlas is not aligned properly, we work with you to gently restore normal alignment with specific upper cervical chiropractic adjustments. This will, in time, allow the body’s natural healing process to take place, which can lead to a reduction in the frequency and/or severity of your migraine headaches.

References:

https://migraineresearchfoundation.org/about-migraine/migraine-facts/

https://www.migrainetrust.org/living-with-migraine/treatments/supplements-and-herbs/

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