headaches and migraines Raleigh, NC

OVERVIEW

Chiropractic Care for Headaches and Migraines

Headaches are among the most common health complaints in the world — yet they are rarely just a simple inconvenience. Frequent or severe headaches can significantly impact your quality of life, productivity, and emotional wellbeing. And while over-the-counter pain medications may offer temporary relief, they do nothing to address the underlying cause.

At Midtown Chiropractic Clinic in Raleigh, we take a root-cause approach to headache care. The majority of headaches — including tension headaches and many migraines — have a direct connection to the cervical spine and surrounding musculature. Correcting these underlying issues can dramatically reduce the frequency, duration, and severity of your headaches naturally.
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TYPES OF HEADACHES

Headache Types We Treat

  • Tension headaches — the most common type, often felt as a band of pressure around the head
  • Cervicogenic headaches — originating from the neck and cervical spine
  • Migraine headaches — intense, often one-sided pain, frequently with nausea or light sensitivity
  • Cluster headaches — severe, recurring pain around one eye
  • Sinus headaches — facial pressure linked to congestion or sinus dysfunction
  • Hormone-related headaches — associated with menstrual cycle changes
  • Stress and anxiety headaches
  • Post-traumatic headaches — following whiplash, concussion, or head injury
CAUSES

What Triggers Headaches and Migraines?

  • Cervical spine misalignments and joint dysfunction
  • Muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
  • Poor posture and prolonged screen use
  • Stress and inadequate sleep
  • Dehydration and dietary triggers
  • Hormonal fluctuations
  • Jaw (TMJ) dysfunction
  • Head or neck injuries

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TREATMENT

Our Approach to Headache Relief

Cervical & Upper Thoracic Adjustments — Targeted spinal manipulation of the neck and upper back is backed by strong clinical evidence for reducing headache frequency and intensity. By restoring proper alignment, we reduce nerve irritation and vascular tension that contribute to headache pain.

Trigger Point Release — We identify and release the specific muscle trigger points in the suboccipital region, trapezius, sternocleidomastoid, and other muscles known to refer pain into the head and face.

Postural Correction — Forward head posture — common in people who work at computers or look down at phones — places enormous stress on the cervical spine and is a leading driver of chronic headaches. We work to correct this over time.

Lifestyle & Nutritional Counseling — We help you identify personal headache triggers, including dietary factors, hydration, sleep patterns, and stress management strategies, to reduce headache frequency from every angle.

You Don’t Have to Just “Push Through” Headaches

Find lasting, drug-free relief at Midtown Chiropractic Clinic. Call us today at (919) 873-2225