Migraines / Headaches
A painful sensation in any part of the head, ranging from sharp to dull, that may occur with other symptoms.
Symptoms of migraines or headaches include:
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Pain originating at the base of the skull
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Pain traveling through the temple region and the forehead
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Vice-like pain on the side of the head
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Stabbing pain through the eyes
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Facial nerve pain
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Blurred Vision
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Nausea
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Light and sound sensitivities
*Seek immediate consultation if your pain results in nausea, aura, or blurred vision.
What causes migraines and headaches?
- lack of sleep
- incorrect eye glass prescription
- stress
- spinal damage
- nerve damage
- upper cervical inflammation
- concussions
- whiplash
- cervical instability
Different types of head pain
- tension headaches
- migraine headaches
- cluster headaches
- sinus headaches
- acute headache
- throbbing headaches
- post-traumatic headache
- caffeine headache
- exertion headache
- hypertension headache
*Seek immediate medical attention if your headaches are resulting in facial numbness, facial paralysis, trouble speaking, trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination.
How long does it take to heal?
Migraines and headaches heal very different based on the individual, chronicity, and severity of their cause. Most of our patients start seeing lasting relief of their headaches within the first 4 weeks of treatments. If the condition is chronic and/or related to a concussion, TBI, or whiplash, you can expect if may take up to 6 months to start noticing lasting relief. The brain and upper cervical neurology are very sensitive areas.