Can a chiropractor help with headaches?

Chiropractors provide musculoskeletal assessments to determine if a headache is 'cervicogenic' (originating from the neck). Management focuses on restoring normal function to the cervical spine to reduce referred pain.

What is a cervicogenic headache?

A cervicogenic headache is pain referred to the head from a source in the cervical spine. It is often characterized by neck stiffness and pain that is aggravated by specific neck movements.

Headache & Migraine Management

Identifying the musculoskeletal drivers of chronic headaches and providing evidence-informed management plans in Holland Park.

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Could Your Neck Be the Source?

Many chronic headaches are cervicogenic, meaning the pain is referred from the musculoskeletal structures of the neck and upper spine. At Silky Oak Chiropractic, we focus on identifying if your discomfort is linked to spinal function.

Common musculoskeletal signs:

Pain that radiates from the base of the skull to the forehead
Increased headache intensity with neck movement
Stiffness or reduced range of motion in the upper neck
Tension in the jaw or facial muscles

The Chiropractic Approach

Dr. Jan Jones uses a patient-centered approach to assess the relationship between your cervical spine and your overall comfort.

Management plans are tailored to the individual and may include gentle adjustments, soft tissue work, and techniques like Neuro Impulse Protocol (NIP) to restore normal biomechanics.

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New patients can access an initial consultation and musculoskeletal assessment for $70.

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