Are headaches a constant issue in your life? Dr. Benjamin Erese and the team at Erese Chiropractic Center in Salisbury, NC, are committed to helping you get to the bottom of your pain and alleviating it at the source for lasting relief.
Headache Pain and Chiropractic Care
When a headache pops up, what is the first thing you think of when trying to determine the cause? If you’re like many, you might think about how tired you are, how stressful of a day it’s been, or that some type of noise or odor has led to your pain. You might even think that your allergies are playing a role.
All of these, as well as other daily and environmental factors, can be contributors. However, when headache pain is constant, there is likely something else to blame. And in many cases, that “something” lies within your musculoskeletal system. Learn more about such headaches and how chiropractic care can help in the guide below from Dr. Erese and the team at Erese Chiropractic Center in Salisbury, NC.
Connection Between Headache Pain and the Musculoskeletal System
Any time you experience pain, your body is telling you that something isn’t right. The musculoskeletal system is highly intricate, consisting of bones, nerves, muscles, discs, tendons, ligaments, and more. Each of these plays a critical role in your health, well-being, and daily functions.
Due to accidents or daily habits, the musculoskeletal system tends to sustain many types of injuries. Tension, herniated discs, misalignment, and nerve compression are just a few.
It’s commonly known that tension can lead to headaches. However, what many don’t know is that herniated discs and misalignment can both cause chronic muscle tension. If the tension is unaddressed, the underlying issue will continue to put stress on the muscles, which will cause the tension to return.
Additionally, when the nerves are compressed, it means that they aren’t able to relay messages between the brain and the body properly. This issue, along with blockages in the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, can lead to chronic headaches.
Chiropractic Treatment for Headache Pain
A chiropractor will begin headache treatment by investigating the underlying root of the pain. They’ll then combine the most effective techniques to address this issue, such as adjustments to improve skeletal alignment, electrical stimulation therapy for muscle tension and spasms, therapeutic ultrasound for tension in the deep tissues, and spinal decompression to relieve disc and nerve compression.
Find lasting relief from your headaches by visiting Dr. Erese and the team at Erese Chiropractic Center in Salisbury, NC. Schedule an appointment by calling (704) 636-0741 today.