Headaches can be a significant disruption in your daily life. Even when they just seem like nuisances, you shouldn’t have to tolerate them. At Dr. Lawrence Altman’s Fort Lee, NJ, chiropractic office, we treat headaches at their source, providing drug-free solutions to help you find long-lasting relief. Through precise chiropractic adjustments and a holistic approach, we aim to restore balance to your body and ensure its healthy function.
Types of Headaches We Treat
Chiropractic care is effective for many common types of headaches, including:
Tension Headaches
These are characterized by a dull, aching pain around the head or neck. Patients often say they feel as if they have a band around their forehead.
Contributing factors to tension headaches include poor posture, muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, or jaw, and stress and fatigue.
Migraines
Migraines cause intense, throbbing pain, often on one side of the head. Symptoms also include sensitivity to light, sound, or smells and nausea or vomiting.
Possible contributors to migraines include nervous system imbalances and triggers such as stress, certain foods, or hormonal changes.
Cervicogenic Headaches
“Cervicogenic” means something, in this case, pain, that begins in the neck and radiates to the head. It is accompanied by stiffness and is often triggered by specific neck movements or postures.
Cervicogenic headaches are caused by misalignments in the cervical spine (neck) or other joint or muscle issues in that region.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help
Dr. Altman uses chiropractic adjustments to treat headaches by targeting their root causes, rather than just masking the symptoms. Misalignments in the spine, known as subluxations, can irritate nerves, restrict blood flow, and lead to tension and pain. Chiropractors restore proper alignment to relieve pressure and allow the nervous system to function without disruption.
Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Headaches:
- Relief from Tension and Stress: Adjustments relax tight muscles and improve mobility.
- Improved Blood Flow: Proper spinal alignment can improve circulation, reducing headache triggers.
- Holistic Support: Chiropractic care often includes lifestyle advice to address contributing factors such as posture, stress, and ergonomics.
Personalized Care for Lasting Relief
At our Fort Lee office, we understand that every patient is unique. We’ll evaluate your symptoms, identify potential triggers, and develop a customized treatment plan to address your needs.
Our goal is to help you achieve optimal health with quality chiropractic care so you won’t need to rely on medications or invasive treatments.
Get Natural Solutions to Headaches and Migraines
Don’t let headaches control your day-to-day life. Contact our Fort Lee office for your consultation by calling (201) 886-8600 or sending an email through our website.