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While infrequent migraines may be treatable with bed rest, most people who suffer from migraines deal with long recovery times. Some may require days or even weeks before returning to normal daily activities. The Merck Manual list migraines as the most commonly recurring moderate or severe headache.1
If you live in West Des Moines, Iowa or the surrounding area, consider the following natural solution.
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Fight the Cause of Migraines in West Des Moines
In North America, headaches are third on the list of top reasons for seeking out chiropractic care.2 What causes a migraine? While the answer is uncertain, experts agree that the condition is neurovascular in nature and that the brain stem is involved.1,3 This makes the alignment of the C1 and C2 vertebrae a key factor.
Even the slightest misalignment can result in nerve malfunction or a reduction of blood flow. These factors, in turn, can be the underlying cause of migraines.
To learn more about the connection between head and neck injuries and migraines download our complimentary e-book Natural and Drug-Free Ways to End Your Migraines by clicking the image below.
Have you tried any of the following for your migraines?
- Pain medication
- Herbal remedies
- Acupuncture
- Hormone therapy
If so, you may see limited success from these treatments. The fact is that most target the symptoms of your migraines rather than the cause. However, upper cervical chiropractor Dr. Laurel Griffin is taking a different approach for patients in West Des Moines, Iowa. By using specialized evaluation techniques, Dr. Griffin can determine if there is a subluxation in the C1 or C2 vertebrae that could be causing migraines.
If the misalignment exists, long-term relief from migraines may be in your near future. A series of gentle adjustments can restore and maintain proper C1 and C2 alignment, restoring proper blood flow and nerve function. This has led to permanent relief for many patients.4
References:
- Silberstein SD. Migraine: Headache: Merck Manual Professional. [homepage on the Internet]. 2014 [cited 2015 Mar 18]. Available from: http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/neurologic_disorders/headache/migraine.html?qt=migraine&alt=sh
- Bryans R, Descarreaux M, Duranleau M, Marcoux H, Potter B, Ruegg R, et al. Evidence-based guidelines for the chiropractic treatment of adults with headache. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2011; 34(5):274-289.
- Hamel E. Current concepts of migraine pathophysiology. Can J Clin Pharmacol 1999 Autumn; 6 Suppl A; 9A-14A.
- Elster EL. Upper cervical chiropractic care for a patient with chronic migraine headaches with an appendix summarizing an additional 100 headache cases. J Vert Sublux
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