Headache Treatment in Laguna Beach, CA
If you've experienced headache or migraine pain, you know how important it is to get proper treatment as soon as possible. Migraine attacks can come on suddenly and cause neck pain and facial pain that leaves you debilitated until the condition finally settles back down. Headaches as well can be a distracting and infuriating thing to battle while going about your daily life.
If you're looking for migraine treatments, look no further than Health in Balance. We help you manage the triggers of your chronic migraines and get to the root cause of your headaches. Best of all, we can help you without the need for intensive medication use.
Become a new patient with Health in Balance today to overcome your migraines and get back to living your life pain‒free.
What are Migraines and Headaches?
Headaches are a very common experience. Every year, millions of Americans will experience at least one headache, and many others will experience migraines.
Migraines are a more severe form of headache. The pain signals they create are so severe that some people find it impossible to attend to even basic attacks while dealing with a migraine. Some people even experience visual disturbances before the actual pain sets in.
At Health in Balance, we are dedicated to providing relief to our patients. When you schedule an appointment with us, you're getting care that's medication‒free and non‒invasive.
If you’re looking to get headache treated, schedule an appointment with Health in Balance today.
Common Causes of Headaches and Migraines
Understanding the potential causes of headache pain can help treat headaches through pain management. For those already experiencing headaches, it can be helpful to understand the causes in order to identify what may have caused your condition.
A diagnosis of headaches often identifies one of a variety of factors:
Tension
Stress can become a major source of tension headaches. Holding tension in the muscles for long periods can also cause people to suffer from tension headaches.
Dehydration
Insufficient hydration can cause headaches as the brain contracts due to lack of fluids.
Poor Posture
Extended time hunched over screens or a desk can cause strain in the head and surrounding muscles.
Eye Strain
Overworking your eyes can cause headaches, especially if you are sensitive to blue light from screens.
Hormone Changes
Hormone changes like those during menstrual cycles, pregnancy, or menopause can cause migraines, cluster headaches, and other varieties of headaches.
Food Sensitivities
Having a sensitivity or allergy to certain foods can manifest an immune response in the form of headaches.
Environmental Factors
Bright lights, loud noises, and strong smells can trigger headaches, especially in those prone to migraines.
Medication
Overuse of medication can cause headaches.
Age
Age-related changes in the body can cause headaches to manifest.
What are Headache and Migraine Symptoms?
Symptoms of headaches can vary in type and severity. Some of the many symptoms that benefit from an evaluation at Health in Balance include:
Tension
Neck and Shoulder Tightness
Tingling or Numbness
Sharp or Throbbing Pain
Pulsing or Pounding Sensation
Restrict Focus and Clarity
Light and Noise Intolerance
Nausea
Dizziness
Pain While Moving
Treatment Options We Offer for Migraine and Headache Treatment in Laguna Beach, CA?
WHAT TREATMENTS ARE AVAILABLE TO PATIENTS WITH HEADACHES?
Health in Balance offers different types of treatment, each serving a different purpose. Some of the treatments you may be recommended include:
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic adjustments are an effective treatment for people experiencing headaches. Structural issues in the spinal column and cervical spine can affect nerve function and cause pain as a result. With proper treatment, these structural issues can be resolved and health restored.
Spinal Decompression Therapy
Spinal decompression therapy helps relieve tension in the spine and neck, potentially alleviating your triggers of headaches and migraines.
Nutritional Counseling
Many people suffer from headaches due to a low-quality diet. Getting nutritional counseling can help correct unhealthy habits that may be leading to headaches.
Lab Analyses
Certain hormonal changes can trigger migraines and headaches. Getting a hormone analysis performed can identify if these hormones are or are not imbalanced.
Common Questions About Migraine Treatment
How to reduce migraines?
Identifying and avoiding your triggers is the best way to reduce the frequency of migraines. Stress management and proper hydration are also important factors when trying to avoid migraines.
How long can migraines last?
Migraines typically last between 4 and 72 hours. This duration can vary and be shorter or longer depending on the severity of the migraine and the steps taken to end the attack.
How do you recover from a migraine?
Staying hydrated and resting in a dark, quiet environment are the best ways to recover from a migraine. After the initial pain, yoga and light stretching have also been shown to have benefits for migraine recovery. Avoiding overstimulation is another important factor.
What triggers migraines?
Migraines can be triggered by a variety of factors, and specific triggers will differ from person to person. Common triggers include stress, certain foods like cheese and alcohol, bright lights, loud sounds, and changes in sleep patterns can all act as triggers that cause migraines.
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