Many people in Reston and Herndon come to our clinic complaining of some type of headache pain. They know that many types of possible solutions are available but are specifically looking for relief without the uncomfortable side effects often associated with prescription drugs. Our chiropractor, Dr. Lisa Walmsley, offers a combination of services, treatments and lifestyle advice that can reduce the pain associated with headaches and help return you to your normal lifestyle.

The most common types of headaches which occur in visitors to our Reston chiropractic clinic are tension and migraine. Some people report that their headaches are sharp and long-lasting, while others say they are dull but occur frequently. They may be caused by stress, poor posture or variations in blood pressure and are often accompanied by neck pain. Migraines are often associated with nausea and light or noise sensitivity as well.

A Whole Body Solution to Headache Pain

Other patients experience headaches in combination with the effects of whiplash, which may have been caused by a sports injury, car accident or other violent collision. In these cases, it is important to seek care as soon as possible because untreated swelling could lead to a lifetime of pain or neck problems.

Dr. Walmsley's unique approach to pain management focuses on a "whole body" philosophy that doesn't just treat specific symptons but also looks for underlying causes. She provides relief for headaches through safe and comfortable treatments, which may include realignment and acupressure. She may gently manipulate the patient's upper neck and spine or suggest lifestyle changes, which can help eliminate or reduce the stress which may be the source of the problem.

How are headaches affecting your life? There are many more types of headaches, but all of them have one thing in common - they impair our ability to function normally and enjoy life. Treatments from our chiropractor and a healthier lifestyle could be the solutions for you. Join with others in Herndon and the surrounding communities and take absolute control of your life with whole body wellness from Absolute Chiropractic.

How has chiropractic care helped you find headache relief? Were your headaches brought on by specific triggers? What were they?