Tension Headache Helped by Chiropractic

Many people suffer with headache pain, and tension headaches are a frequent problem in our busy world. Postural problems and stress are common causes of tension headache pain and ones that Jefferson Spine & Injury Center and the staff here in our Arlington chiropractic office have a lot of experience in treating.

Research Supports Chiropractic Adjustments Helps Tension Headaches

The scientific literature verifies our findings: A 2016 study from Spain treated a group of 76 men and women with chronic tension headaches. The participants were divided into four treatment groups: 19 patients were treated with suboccipital inhibition (the doctor presses on the tight tissues at the top of the spine); 19 with chiropractic care; 19 with both adjustments and suboccipital inhibition; and 19 received no treatment.

The researchers discovered that the spinal adjustments were helpful at relieving pain, and that the best results were found when adjustments were combined with the suboccipital inhibition.

When we get stressed out, the nerves and tissues in the neck can be disrupted, leading to pain. Chiropractic works by omiting these stresses and restoring the normal nerve function to the tissues.

We're Here to Help People Find Support From Tension Headaches

If you live in Arlington and are suffering from any kind of headache, we're here to help you get relief. Call Jefferson Spine & Injury Center today at (703) 933-9000 for an appointment or more information.

Reference

Espi-Lopez GV, Rodriguez-Blanco C, Oliva-Pascual-Vaca A, et al. Do manual therapy techniques have a positive effect on quality of life in people with tension-type headache? A randomized controlled trial. European Journal of Physical Rehabilitation Medicine 2016; February 29.