Headache Sufferers

Nerve Irritation is The Leading Cause of Headache and Neck Pain for Many Sufferers

Tired of taking medications for headache pain that does not go away? See how many Americans are finding a more permanent solution for their headache pain naturally.

There are an estimated 45 million Americans who suffer from severe, recurring attacks of migraine and tension headaches. They spend upwards of $400 million each year on over-the-counter and prescription drugs in their search for permanent relief. For some, the medication works. Unfortunately, for many the relief obtained is temporary at best. A cycle of headaches and medication often occurs without any lasting relief found. If you think this describes your pain, then there is good news for you.

Recent studies link headache pain to nerve irritation. One study conducted at the University of Maryland found a connection between muscle tension at the base of the neck and headaches. Muscle contractions interfere with the sensitive fibers at the base of the neck that lead to the brain and spinal cord. This muscle tension often plays a contributing factor to headache pain. Another study, conducted by Dr. Wight, found that the vast majority of migraine headache sufferers had misalignments of the spinal vertebrae in the neck that was placing pressure on the spinal nerves.

Northland Medical and Wellness Center, LLC’s panel of Doctors are trained to assess the hidden cause of your pain or symptoms, followed by a pain relief and strengthening regimen of care to fix the cause of your pain and keep you well so your symptoms do not reappear.

This strategy works for many headaches sufferers, not only in our office but also in several studies. One such study, conducted by the government of New Zealand, found that the majority of people who suffered from spinal misalignments had their headaches relieved or their condition improved through a multidisciplinary pain relief and strengthening approach. In follow-up studies of the same patients, it was found that many were still without recurring headache pain two years later.

If you suffer from persistent migraine or tension headaches, you owe it to yourself to come to our office for an exam and consultation. If we can help you, we will tell you. If not, we can refer you to another health care professional who can.