Specific Chiropractic Care in Sun Prairie, WI
Chiropractors are trained to located and correct a subluxation. A subluxation occurs when a bone in your spine moves out of position and creates irrigation to the surrounding nerves. Nerve irritation may present as pain (such as headaches) or even as non-painful symptoms such as vertigo.
Often, people that suffer from headaches have a subluxation in the upper part of their neck. The nerves affected by this subluxation may send pain signals to the spine, causing a headache. Chiropractors detect and correct this subluxation through an adjustment, which allows the nerves to function properly again. For many people, this provides instant relief.
Custom Therapeutic Exercise Plan
Many people that suffer from headaches also notice they have poor posture. Unfortunately this is becoming more common as computer work, phone usage and prolonged sitting have become more prevalent in our daily lives. This leads to hunching over, forward head posture and extra strain on the muscles and ligaments of the neck and upper back. A combination of these problems can lead to headaches.
At Noble Choice Chiropractic, the doctors focus on posture correction as part of your care plan. We work with you to come up a custom exercise plan with your daily life and job in mind. This means that you’ll have exercises to perform at home between your visits to help progress your care and achieve your goals.
Common Types of Headaches in Sun Prairie, WI
Tension Headaches
Tension headaches are one of the most common headaches we see at Noble Choice Chiropractic. This mild to moderate pain often feels like a tight band around your head, especially across the forehead. It may also feel like it begins at the base of the head and travels up your neck. This can be caused by muscle tension, trigger points and spinal dysfunction. Chiropractic helps to address the spinal dysfunction, re-train the muscles and decrease the frequency of tension headaches.
Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches can be debilitating. These headaches are generally described as throbbing or pulsating and typically located on one side of the head. Some people may have visual disturbances prior to the headache occurring. Others may have nausea, vomiting and sound sensitivity. Unfortunately for some people, the only resolution is to sleep until the headache is gone. By adjusting the misaligned bones in the neck, chiropractors can help with migraines and allow you to get back to your normal life.
Cluster Headaches
While migraines are one of the most commonly known headaches, cluster headaches can be just as, if not more painful. Cluster headaches can awaken you in the middle of the night with pain on one side of the head or around one eye. Cluster headaches come in “cluster” periods of time that can last weeks to months, followed by remission periods.
TMJ Headache
Many people have headaches that are actually caused by dysfunction of the jaw, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This hinge joint allows your mouth to open and close properly. If this joint isn’t functioning properly, headaches may occur. These headaches feel like a deep ache on the sides of the head or around the jaw.
The doctors at Noble Choice Chiropractic have specialized training in TMJ dysfunction and are able to help address the joint as well as headaches that follow.
Concussion Headache
These types of headaches occur after trauma such as an auto accident, sports accident or major fall. The pain may not be felt immediately after the concussion but can feel like tension, tightness or pressure in the head. Concussion headaches are also commonly associated with symptoms of difficulty concentrating, irritability and sleeplessness.
Our doctors at Noble Choice Chiropractic have extra training in concussion care. We are able to address the neurological signs of concussions and get you back to feeling your normal self faster.
Frequently Asked Questions About Headache Treatment
Is a chiropractor in Sun Prairie, WI good for headaches?
Absolutely! In fact, chiropractic care is one of the best conservative options for headache treatment. If you are sick of taking medication for your headaches, then chiropractic is a great alternative care for you.
When should you see a chiropractor for headaches?
As with any symptom, a headache is a sign that something is not functioning properly in your body. The sooner you address the cause of the headaches, the sooner you can start feeling better!
Do medical doctors recommend chiropractic for headaches?
We have several medical doctors and pain specialists in the area that recommend us for headache care. They recognize that headaches are caused by nerve dysfunction and chiropractics specialize in detecting and correcting this dysfunction.
Are chiropractors covered by insurance for headaches?
Most insurances have chiropractic coverage and we would be happy to check your benefits when you come in for your first appointment. If for some reason your insurance doesn’t cover chiropractic or you have a high deductible, we have affordable cash plans available.
Is chiropractic effective for migraines?
Yes! We have been able to help hundreds of people in Sun Prairie, WI with their headaches and migraines. A chiropractic adjustment helps to relieve pressure off the nerves in the neck that send pain signals to the brain.
