Migraines

Migraine is a common and debilitating condition, affecting ability to function in those that have them.

Approximately 12% of Australians aged 15 years and over experience migraines, with females more commonly affected than men.

What does a migraine feel like?

Migraines can be quite debilitating with symptoms such as:

• headaches on one side of the head.
• pulsating quality
• moderate or severe intensity
• being aggravated by routine physical activity.
• nausea, vomiting, or both
• photophobia (light sensitivity)
• Some people will experience an “aura” – including  visual disturbances and sensation changes

Migraines and Chiropractic

Over 75% of migraine patients report associated neck pain when they have a migraine.

Other musculoskeletal complaints such as neck stiffness, muscle tension, or problems with jaw function as also common.

Theories of migraine pathophysiology suggest migraine-associated neck pain can be caused by triggering the trigemino-cervical neural complex.

Also, neck pain itself may cause the the onset of migraine.

How to book a consultation with our chiropractors.

Contact our Berwick or Cowes practice to make an appointment.

We provide care for infants/toddlers, children, adults, and throughout pregnancy