Finding Natural Relief After Years of Migraines

Intense, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound—these are common symptoms of migraines, which plague at least 39 million Americans, according to the American Migraine Foundation. Many of our patients seek chiropractic care at our practice to get relief from their pain naturally. One such patient is John, a retired man who had been suffering from debilitating migraines for years.

Despite visiting numerous specialists, undergoing various neurological tests, and trying different medications, John was unable to get lasting relief. His migraines would wake him up at 2 a.m., severely affecting his sleep and quality of life. Desperate for an effective solution, he turned to chiropractic care.

Overcoming Fear and Skepticism

When John first visited Dr. Steve, he was hesitant about chiropractic treatment, particularly neck adjustments. He had a negative experience with a previous chiropractor and didn’t want anyone touching his neck. However, Dr. Steve reassured John that chiropractic care for migraines can be highly effective for some people, but it varies from person to person.

A Gentle Approach to Healing

Dr. Steve began using alternative techniques that didn’t involve direct neck manipulation.

You can use reflexes, an Activator adjusting instrument, massage, stretching, and trigger points.
Dr. Steve

After just a few sessions, John noticed a significant improvement. For the first time in months, he could sleep through the night without being awakened by migraines.

A Remarkable Transformation

After just five or six visits, John’s migraines had improved by 90%. Dr. Steve also emphasized the importance of hydration and avoiding inflammatory foods, which could also contribute to migraines.

Dr. Steve was amazed by John’s response to chiropractic care, especially after he had tried multiple approaches and spent considerable money elsewhere trying to get well.