Migraines are often known as a debilitating kind of headache. The most common symptoms are as follows:

• Light and sound sensitivity
• Throbbing or pounding head pain, usually one-sided
• Nausea and vomiting

These symptoms can be so unbearable that the best option is simply to lie down in a dark room until the episode passes. One thing many people don’t realize is that a migraine does not always include a headache. This is because migraines are a neurological condition with head pain being only one of the symptoms that comes with it. In fact, you could have all the other symptoms such as dizziness, blindness or other vision changes, and nausea, and not have a headache. Migraine episodes are unique to each individual suffering from them. Their duration varies anywhere from 3 to 72 hours, which oftentimes has a direct impact on the person’s involvement in their daily life activities.

Common Migraine Triggers

A few of the more well-known migraine triggers are listed below:

• Loud noises
• Changes in hormones
• Diet
• Bright lights
• Stress
• Being fatigued
• Smoking

Traditional Migraine Care

When most people feel a migraine coming, they reach for some over-the-counter or prescription pain medication. While this offers them some short-term relief, it does not address why the migraines are happening, which means the same method is repeated without a permanent solution. Considering that medications bring with them a wide range of unwanted and dangerous side effects, and even more so when they are used over long periods of time, getting long-term relief is urgent. Some patients choose surgery as a way to cope, but this is yet another route with its own set of risks.

An Alternative Option for Migraine Sufferers

Due to being dissatisfied with the traditional migraine treatment options, many people have begun turning to safer, more natural ways to treat their migraines. Many of these sufferers have found relief through upper cervical chiropractic care. There is a connection between migraines and a misalignment in the top two vertebrae of the upper neck. This could be what is behind your migraines if you answer yes to any of the following:

• Does your migraine pain start at the base of your skull?
• Have you ever had a trauma to the head or neck, even if it was many years ago?
• Does your head feel heavy, and is your neck painful and tight?

The best way to find out for certain is to call us to schedule a complimentary consultation.

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