How You Can Manage Tension Headaches


When you combine poor posture, stress, and constant errand-running (which definitely causes stress), a tension headache can happen out of the blue. This is a signal that your body is taking on a lot at once! There are many other things that can bring on a tension headache, such as constantly looking down at your phone, staring at a screen all day, or driving for several hours without rest. Dr. Alajajian and staff feel that it’s important to recognize what your body is telling you and then take care of your body accordingly.


 


There are two types of tension headaches: chronic and episodic. Chronic tension headaches happen frequently, with pain developing on both sides of the head, the forehead, and at the base of the skull. Our chiropractic treatments can help decrease the severity and frequency since these headaches are more associated with tightness and misalignment in the neck vertebrae. Episodic tension headaches occur from stressful events and can often be treated with over-the-counter medication.


 


Prevent tension headaches by:


 


- Minimizing stress


- Using over-the-counter medicine


- Taking breaks


- Adjusting the way you sleep


- Exercising and stretching


- Seeing a massage therapist, chiropractor, or physical therapist


 


Do you think your body could benefit from our chiropractic adjustments? We are proud to be the only chiropractic clinic in the area to offer iTrac, which also helps headaches. Dr. Alajajian and staff are located at 815 E Colorado, Suite 250, in Glendale, CA 91205. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit ChiroCareLA.com or call 818-246-3600.


 



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