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Headaches Treatment and Understanding
What is a Headache?
Interestingly, the brain itself does not experience any pain.
So why does the pain feel like it’s coming from the brain, you ask? Great Question!
There are many different types of headaches, including migraines, sinus pressure, tension headaches, and cluster headaches. The pain arises in response to stimulation from both inside and outside the body, affecting the structures within and around the cranium. Unfortunately, these headache types can cause debilitating symptoms, sensitivity to light and sound, and can even interfere with our daily activities.
When it comes to migraine headaches, there are various headache triggers such as over-the-counter medications, certain foods, bright lights, sounds, and hormonal changes like menstruation. Migraines can last for several days, and inflammation of the meninges and sinuses due to infection can exacerbate the pain. Additionally, blood vessels can constrict or dilate due to dehydration or high blood pressure, while tension in the muscles of the head, neck, and face can result from injury, stress, or poor posture.
How do I know what kind of headache is affecting me? Great Question!
The best thing to do is to keep a headache journal. Documenting the medications you took, the foods you ate, any details leading up to the headache, and any accompanying symptoms can be very helpful.
Examples of symptoms to note include fever, nausea, vomiting, visual or hearing disturbances, and dizziness. Is the pain localized to one side or both sides? Does the pain radiate anywhere? Understanding these details will assist you in determining the appropriate treatment options, including potential chiropractic care for headaches.
Headaches can be a medical emergency. Please seek medical attention if you have suffered a head injury and/or are experiencing any stroke-like symptoms, confusion, slurred speech, paralysis, seizures, unconsciousness, or the sudden onset of severe head pain (like a thunderclap).
