Headache Relief in Jersey

Woman with head painThrobbing pain. A dull ache. Sudden pain or “brain freeze” after eating ice cream. Pain on the top of the head. As one of the most common pain conditions experienced worldwide, headaches can range from mildly uncomfortable to debilitating.

Headaches often cause absenteeism from school or work. Those who experience frequent headaches may also find that their mental health is impacted in the form of anxiety or depression.

There are more than 150 types of headaches, which fall into two main categories: primary and secondary headaches.

Chiropractic & Other Approaches to Relieving Headaches

Adjustments may be an effective care option for tension headaches and headaches that start in the neck. Firstly the cause of the headaches must be investigated. If the headaches are linked to a certain lifestyle (poor posture, ergonomic factors, stress or other triggers), these triggers must be addressed alongside the ‘hands-on’ treatment for long-term resolution of the problem.

If the headaches stem from mechanical dysfunction, we will treat these using techniques such as spinal manipulation/mobilization and soft tissue manipulation (massage, trigger point therapy, dry needling, etc.) The combination of techniques depends on each patient and their presenting problem.

A Patient Success Story

Hand on heartA 52 year old lady came to consult one of our Chiropractors on the recommendation of a friend. She had suffered from severe headaches for many years. The headaches had started shortly after a car accident and had been almost constant ever since. Although she had tried various medications, these had only temporarily and partially been of help.

After a thorough history and examination, it was clear that this lady’s headaches were caused by mechanical dysfunction of the joints in her upper neck causing irritation of the surrounding nerves and muscles. A treatment plan consisting of Chiropractic Adjustments, Trigger Point Therapy and home exercises was advised.

This lady came to her second treatment delighted to report that she had already noticed a significant reduction in the intensity of her headaches. After the sixth treatment, she was able to stop all pain medication; after her eighth treatment, she reported no further headaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long until patients typically notice relief?

Each patient and their condition is unique and as such response to treatment varies. Your Chiropractor will be able to give you an estimated recovery time after your initial consultation. Some patients may notice improvement in their symptoms after only a few treatments. However, most commonly symptoms start to improve after a few weeks of treatment.

Can eliminating certain foods help relieve my headache?

If your headaches (migraines) are linked to food sensitivities, then eliminating certain ‘trigger’ foods may be helpful in reducing your symptoms.

Book an Appointment

We want to help you stop the pounding. Contact The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) today to schedule an appointment.

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Headache Relief Jersey, St Helier | 01534 633060