Headaches & Migraines Forest Hill
Headaches may be common, but they don’t have to be your normal.
Are you living with constant headaches or migraines?
Headaches and migraines have the ability to significantly impact your quality of life. Whether it’s a dull ache that follows you for days or migraines that send you to a dark room for hours, nobody deserves to deal with the pain and disruption they often cause. At Chiropractic Symphony, our goal is to help stop your headaches and migraines in their tracks.
Our Gonstead Chiropractors aim to find the cause of your pain and address it with precise, personalised care. If your life has been ruled by throbbing or stabbing head pain, our holistic approach to chiropractic care may be the answer you’ve been looking for.
“The power that made the body heals the body”
– B.J Palmer
What are headaches and migraines?
Although they’re often grouped together, headaches and migraines are two separate conditions.
Headaches
Headaches are typically caused by muscle tension, spinal joint dysfunction, poor posture, or stress. They often appear like a dull, aching, or tight sensation around the head or neck, depending on the cause.
Migraines
Migraines are typically more complex, as they’re neurological in nature. They often involve intense, throbbing pain– usually on one side of the head– and may come with other symptoms like nausea, light sensitivity, and visual disturbances.
While both headaches and migraines may be disruptive, they have different triggers and underlying causes. This is why a tailored assessment is crucial– so we can determine what may be the most appropriate treatment plan for you.
Symptoms of headaches and migraines
Headaches and migraines affect people differently. You may have one symptom, a couple of them, or possibly even all of them. Some of the most common symptoms are:
- Persistent pain in the head
- Neck pain
- Neck pain that radiates towards the head
- Tightness or tension, typically in the forehead or scalp
- Pressure behind the eyes
- Sensitivity to light, noise, and smells
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Numbness, tingling, or visual disturbances (aura) before a migraine
If your headaches or migraines have you constantly reaching for pain medication, it’s time to look into what may be causing them in an attempt to find relief.
Treatment options for headaches and migraines
At Chiropractic Symphony, we don’t believe in blanket treatment plans for every person who has headaches or migraines (or any other condition). When you come to see us, we begin with a thorough assessment by taking your history, noting your concerns, and performing tests such as palpation and nervoscope tests.
Once we have a better understanding of your pain, we’ll create a tailored treatment plan. This may include:
- Precise Gonstead adjustments
- Education around posture, sleep habits, and movement
- Specific aftercare advice
Your headache and migraine questions answered
What causes headaches and migraines?
Some common causes of headaches include:
- Muscle tension in the neck and shoulders
- Joint stiffness
- Spine misalignment
- Previous head or neck injuries
- Jaw or dental problems
- Eye strain
- Poor posture
- Stress or anxiety
- Hormonal changes
- High blood pressure
- Sinus infections
- Ear infections
Migraines are typically more complex, and for some people, it’s difficult to pinpoint a cause. Many people find that their migraines have specific triggers, such as stress, sleep disruption, and hormonal changes.
How can I tell if my headaches are caused by spinal issues?
This is where the Gonstead method comes in. We use multiple tools within the Gonstead method in an effort to identify spine misalignments and other spinal issues that may be contributing to your headaches.
Will I need ongoing treatment?
Only if we believe it may be helpful for you, as we don’t believe in locking you into long-term plans. Our goal is to help you feel better within as few sessions as possible!
What if you suspect my headaches are caused by something else?
If we suspect that your headaches or migraines are caused by a non-spinal issue, we’ll refer you to the appropriate healthcare professional. Your health comes first, regardless of whether it’s an issue we or somebody else may be able to work with you on.
Why Chiropractic Symphony?
More than just symptoms
We focus on understanding the cause of your headaches and addressing them, along with the symptoms, rather than just the symptoms themselves.
Precise Gonstead method
We use the scientific Gonstead chiropractic method, where we aim for targeted adjustments for every individual.
Personalised treatment plans
Led by Dr Chew Huay Lua, our team believes in offering the care you deserve without pressuring you into appointments you don’t need.
Headache and migraine relief may be just around the corner
Whether you’re in Forest Hill or elsewhere in Melbourne, we can’t wait to welcome you into our clinic. If headaches and migraines have taken over your life, it’s time to take a personalised approach with our holistic chiropractic method. Book your appointment today!