Migraine Relief in Nampa

Migraines aren’t just bad headaches. They’re neurological events that can completely shut down your day. The throbbing pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. When a migraine hits, everyday life becomes impossible. What if you could reduce how often they happen?

What Makes This Head Pain Different

A migraine is a complex neurological condition affecting about 39 million Americans. Women experience them three times more often than men, typically during their reproductive years.

Unlike regular headaches, migraines often come with warning signs called auras. You might see flashing lights, experience blind spots, or feel tingling in your hands or face. Then comes the pain, usually on one side of your head, pulsating and severe. Many people also experience nausea and extreme sensitivity to light, sound, or smell. These attacks can last anywhere from four hours to three days.

Common triggers include stress, hormonal changes, certain foods (aged cheeses, processed meats, artificial sweeteners), weather changes, poor sleep, and strong odors. For many people, neck pain and muscle tension are also common. More than 75 percent of migraine sufferers report associated neck pain.

Connecting the Neck to Migraines

The relationship between your cervical spine and migraines is well-documented. Misalignments in the upper neck can affect nerve function, blood flow, and muscle tension, all of which may contribute to migraine frequency and intensity. When there’s a restriction or misalignment in your spine, everything downstream gets affected. Muscles tighten up, nerves get irritated, and the stage is set for a migraine.

How Chiropractic Helps Relieve Migraines

Nampa chiropractor, Dr. Zach Reidinger uses the Gonstead System to identify and correct spinal dysfunction that may be contributing to your migraines. This precise approach focuses on restoring proper alignment and function to your spine, particularly in the cervical and upper thoracic regions.

Studies have shown that spinal adjustments can be as effective as preventive medications for reducing migraine frequency. Patients often report fewer migraines per month, less severe pain, and shorter attack duration.

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A First Step Toward Fewer Episodes

Your initial consultation with Dr. Zach includes a detailed discussion of your migraine history. The examination consists of posture analysis, spinal palpation, and neurological assessment. Many patients begin noticing changes within the first few weeks of care.

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