Treatment for Migraines from our Jacksonville Chiropractor

  According to the National Institutes of Health, approximately 12% of the people living in the United States suffer from migraines. This is not your common headache, experiencing this malady can affect your overall wellbeing and quality of life because the severity of the condition. Here at Amazing Spine Care Dr. Alan Khiger, our Jacksonville chiropractor, excels in treating this type of vascular issue.   

What are Migraines?

Migraines are extreme, long-lasting headaches filled with throbbing pain to one side of the head. Many times, it can result in a person feeling as though they want to throw up; light and sound can further aggravate the problem.

Pulsations might increase upon physical exertion, such as mowing the lawn or climbing steps.

What are Symptoms of a Migraine?

Aside from the pain, some symptoms of a migraine include:

• Mood swings - It is common for a person with this trouble to have the feeling of elations and later on despondency.
• Intense desire for food or loss of appetite - Individuals might have cravings for certain types of foods such as carbohydrates and chocolates or they can feel as though eating anything would make them vomit.
• Light Sensitivity - Afflicted with this impairment some people experience auras, which depicts difficulty within the nervous system. These sensations can manifest in the forms of flashes of light, distorted vision and difficulty communicating and comprehending words.

What Causes Migraines?

When it comes to megrims, it seems that heredity, lifestyle and environmental components can trigger their onset. These factors include stress, hormonal changes, sleep deprivation and foods full of additives, caffeine.

However, tension in the muscles of the neck is the leading cause of these chronic headaches. With the sedentary lifestyle of most Americans, we are seeing the consequences in increase tension in the back, neck and head areas.

Chiropractic Treatment for Migraines

If you are experiencing the intense pain and pulsing of a migraine, we can help. You do not have to continue living in pain. Dr. Khiger will provide a thorough evaluation of your situation and proceed in adjusting your neck and spine to bring you migraine relief from its source.

Contact our Chiropractor in Jacksonville at Amazing Spine Care

Contact Amazing Spine Care today for relief from your migraines. We have two convenient chiropractic clinics in Jacksonville, FL for your convenience. Feel free to call us at (904) 701-3916 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Khiger. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help.