Headaches
Headache Treatment is available at Stine Chiropractic Clinic in Fredericksburg, VA
Headaches
Headaches can create sever disruption of our daily lives. Whether migraine or tension-related, headaches can make work, family, and daily life incredibly difficult. At Stine Chiropractic Clinic, we specialize in chiropractic orthopedic care to find and treat the root causes of headaches without relying on medication or surgery. Our approach helps restore function, relieve pain, and improve quality of life naturally. The most common headaches we see:
- Tension headache (most common type of headache)
- Migraine (migraine with aura, migraine without aura, complex migraine)
- Cervicogenic headache
Migraines vs. Tension Headaches
Many patients confuse migraines with tension headaches, but these conditions are distinct. Tension headaches are usually caused by muscular tightness in the neck and scalp, resulting in a dull, pressure-like pain that wraps around the head. Migraines, on the other hand, tend to cause pulsating or throbbing pain, often on one side, and are accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, or visual changes. In some cases, patients may experience both, which is why accurate diagnosis from a chiropractic orthopedist is essential.
At Stine Chiropractic Clinic we take special care to be as thorough as possible to get you answers. Some headaches like complex migraine or migraine with aura can cause severe disabling symptoms. Some of these symptoms may be particularly worrisome.
Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches are a neurological condition characterized by recurrent, often throbbing head pain that may last for hours or even days. Migraines are commonly associated with nausea, light or sound sensitivity, visual disturbances, and difficulty concentrating. Unlike tension headaches, migraines involve complex interactions between the nervous system, blood vessels, and pain pathways.
Common migraine triggers include stress, poor sleep, dehydration, hormonal changes, dietary factors, and mechanical dysfunction in the upper cervical spine. In some individuals, restricted movement or irritation in the neck can contribute to the frequency or severity of migraine episodes.
Evaluation focuses on identifying contributing neurological, musculoskeletal, and postural factors while ruling out more serious causes. Conservative care may emphasize improving cervical spine function, reducing muscular tension, and addressing lifestyle factors that contribute to recurring symptoms. Many patients seeking migraine relief from a Fredericksburg chiropractor benefit from a comprehensive, non-invasive approach focused on long-term management rather than temporary symptom control.
Tension Headaches
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache and are often linked to muscle tension, poor posture, and joint dysfunction in the neck and upper back. They are typically described as a dull, pressure-like pain or tight band around the head, often accompanied by neck or shoulder stiffness.
Unlike migraines, tension headaches usually do not cause nausea or visual disturbances, but they can still be frequent and disruptive. Conservative care focuses on identifying and correcting the underlying mechanical contributors rather than simply managing symptoms.
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