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A headache can occur at any time, and it’s important to understand what triggers them so you can do your part to mitigate the pain. The professionals at Smith Chiropractic Clinic in Concord, NC, have helped clients find headache relief for almost 40 years. Here, they explain some of the underlying causes of headaches.

Understanding Headaches & How to Find Headache Relief

What Causes Them?

Headache ReliefHeadaches that reoccur and aren’t caused by underlying diseases are called “primary” headaches. Tension due to stress and anxiety can build up in the body, resulting in muscle contractions in the head, neck, and shoulders. Migraines are caused when blood vessels expand in the head. Triggers for migraines can vary from person to person and are commonly caused by certain foods, stress, or lack of sleep. Cluster headaches often start around the eye area and expand to the head, face, and neck. Sensitivity to sound and light is common.

Secondary headaches can be caused by underlying disease or trauma to the body after an accident or other condition where the neck, spine, or shoulders are injured. Symptoms can include fever, stiff neck, and swelling of the optic nerve. It’s important to receive an early diagnosis, so contact a specialist to determine the cause of your head and neck pain.

What Are Chiropractic Techniques for Headache Relief?

Chiropractors provide a hands-on and drug-free approach to treat headaches caused by muscle and joint pain in the neck and shoulders, as well as tension headaches. Stretching exercises and chiropractic adjustments are effective treatments, as is massage. They treat not only the symptoms of pain but also attempt to find the cause.

Don’t let headaches take over your life. Contact the experienced team at Smith Chiropractic Clinic in Cabarrus County to discuss your health concerns and find headache relief. They offer holistic services for the mind and body. Call (704) 788-3126 to schedule an appointment, and visit them online for more information about their services.

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