Discovering the Cause of Headaches Through Chiropractic Care

Tension headaches and migraines can occur as a result of triggers such as a change in weather or a food you have eaten that lead to great pain later on. St. Peters chiropractor Dr. James provides care and treatment for headaches. He can help patients identify and avoid the triggers that lead to headache pain.

Several injuries can lead to chronic headache and neck pain. Whiplash is an injury that usually occurs during a car accident. While whiplash is associated with neck pain, it can also cause headache pain, especially if the injury is left untreated. A sports injury, from a rough tackle or from being hit in the head, can also lead to chronic headache pain.

Food can also trigger head pain. Caffeinated beverages and alcohol can lead to migraines, as can chocolates and some types of cheese. Some people also experience migraines after eating foods that are high in mono-sodium glutamate.

For some people, a strong scent or a bright light may be enough to cause pain. Headache triggering scents include strong cologne or perfume, cigarette smoke or fumes from paint or other chemicals. Excess noise may also be enough to set off a headache.

Unpredictable external factors can also trigger headache pain, especially migraine pain. Changes in the weather can lead to pain for some people. A few people end up with a headache just before it rains, thanks to changes in barometric pressure. Others experience migraines when the temperatures go up.

Chiropractic techniques are used to help relieve pain and suffering related to headaches. For some patients, a spinal adjustment treats the underlying condition that causes the pain and allows them to live a pain-free life. Other patients need help discovering the causes of their migraine pain and learning ways to avoid them. After an assessment with our chiropractor, he can then determine what treatment plan is right for you.