Migraine Attacks: Timeline, Triggers, and Natural Treatment

Migraines are a condition that affects 13% of adults in the US population, yet no one knows the definite answer for what causes migraines. Medical researchers are still exploring the exact mechanism of how migraines occur. The prevailing theory was that the dilation and tightening of blood vessels make it happen; however, it was recently revealed that migraines also involve nerve pathways and chemicals in the brain, proving that it is a neurological disorder.

Researchers are also studying the physiological causes of migraine. People with migraines have reported one or more triggers that induce or worsen an attack.  Some of the common triggers of a migraine episode include the following:

There is also the possibility that migraines are hereditary as about 80 to 90 percent of people with migraines report having family members who also suffer from them.

If you are suffering from migraines, it is best to learn your triggers and how to work around them to avoid future attacks. Make time to track your migraine symptoms in a journal, and note your food and drink intake, monthly menstrual cycle (for women), and even the weather. If you see a pattern over time, stay away from that item or habit. Triggers vary from person to person. It is essential to understand your body and recognize how it responds to different actions and environments.

 
Upper cervical chiropractic care addresses the underlying cause of many reported cases of migraines – an atlas misalignment. The upper cervical spine consists of the uppermost vertebrae in the spine, and the atlas vertebra is the link between the spine and the skull.

Upper cervical chiropractors are specialists within the chiropractic field. They concentrate on this area of the neck as it is very delicate and moves more freely than the rest of the spine.  Because of this, it is susceptible to misaligning, especially when there is a history of head or neck injury or constant wear and tear.

When the atlas of the spine is misaligned, it could result in several negative effects:

Having your spine adjustments done at Kilian Chiropractic, in Aldergrove, British Columbia, will be different from any previous chiropractic experiences you might have had. You can expect several unique qualities from our care:

If you are suffering from migraines and looking for a migraine chiropractor near Aldergrove, BC, contact us or visit our upper cervical chiropractic clinic. Reap the benefits of our gentle and natural method.

References:

http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/neurologic-disorders/headache/migraine

http://www.migrainetrust.org/about-migraine/migraine-what-is-it/symptoms-and-stages/

http://migraineresearchfoundation.org/about-migraine/what-is-migraine/

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