There is a lot that even experts don’t completely understand about headaches, but if you are someone who suffers from them some of the information outlined below can be of help. But to learn much more about headaches and how they can be treated you can turn to Magnolia Comfort Medical with Dr. Kevin Le in Norcross, GA.
Headache Triggers
Stress and anxiety are common causes of headaches, as well as loud noises, bright lights, and other external stimuli can contribute to migraines. Monitoring closely what causes your headaches to come on can help you and your doctor find ways to prevent them.
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Not All Headaches Are Created Equal
From tension headaches to migraines and cluster headaches, although they all result in a headache they can vary in terms of severity and what causes them.
Tension headache
Tension headaches are perhaps the most common type of headache and are often a result of stress.
Migraines
Migraines are often chronic and can last for days at a time, they are considered a more severe type of headache that can be triggered by environmental factors.
Cluster headache
Named cluster headaches because they can manifest in clusters, occurring during a period of time before vanishing again for months, they are also considered one of the most painful types of headaches.
Other types of headache
Posture is Important
A bad posture, especially if you sit at a desk for many hours, can put extra stress on your neck and could lead to vertebra misalignment, a common cause of recurring headaches.
Painkillers can help.
Over-the-counter painkillers can certainly help with headaches but you should be wary if you find yourself over-relying on them. They do not address the source of the problem, they provide only temporary relief for passing headaches, and taking too much of them can have adverse health reactions.
Magnolia Comfort Medical, your Norcross, GA Chiropractor office, can help treat your headaches.
With chiropractic alignments and physical therapy and many other means at their disposal, your doctor can help you both manage the symptoms of discomfort as well as treat the underlying cause.