If you suffer from chronic headaches, there is likely an underlying structural issue in your neck contributing to your pain. Dr. Peter Lazarnick (Dr. Pete) is committed to helping residents in and around Carrollton, GA find relief.
What Are Cervicogenic Headaches?
Although you may have never heard the term “cervicogenic headache,” there’s a high probability that you’ve experienced one. These are actually one of the most common types of headaches, though they are sometimes confused with migraines.
A cervicogenic headache is one that stems from tension in the neck. This tension causes pain to radiate from the base of the skull all the way up and to the front of the head. Typically, sufferers don’t notice the tension in the neck, though – only the pain in the head.
Symptoms of Cervicogenic Headaches
People suffering from a cervicogenic headache typically report feeling the following symptoms:
- Sensitivity to light
- Feeling nauseous
- Neck pain – usually only felt when moving or sitting a certain way
- Pain on one side of the head, in the neck, or around the eyes
- Tension in the neck that makes it painful or difficult to move
Treating Cervicogenic Headaches With Chiropractic Care in Carrollton, GA
The root cause of cervicogenic headaches is usually a structural problem in the neck or cervical spine. It could be a compressed nerve, muscle strain, spinal misalignment, or similar issues. The most effective way of addressing structural problems is through chiropractic care.
Dr. Pete provides several treatment options to help correct structural issues in a natural, holistic manner. This includes the following and more:
- Spinal adjustments to correct alignment issues in the neck
- Spinal decompression to relieve any compressed nerves
- Therapeutic exercise to stretch and strengthen the neck and restore mobility
- Posture improvement to help reduce current and prevent future pain
Dr. Pete will also recommend changes you can make in your daily habits to help combat your chronic pain.
There’s no reason to live with chronic headaches. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Pete in Carrollton, GA by calling (770) 832-2226 today.