Every headache has a cause such as sinus, tension or migraine. When headaches are chronic it means they happen regularly over time. Nearly everyone has suffered one or more headaches. Those who need pain relief can find it in the office of a Cincinnati OH chiropractor.

The atlas is the uppermost bone in the spinal column. It is larger than the other vertebrae and serves to support the weight of the head. In some individuals the natural curve of the neck is diminished. When that happens, pressure causes the blood vessels supplying the brain to be occluded. Before care is started to lessen the pain, cause must be determined.

The chiropractor is educated and licensed to provide all natural pain relief. After earning the bachelors degree, he or she goes on to four-years at a college of chiropractic. There are challenging exams following that. The final exam is to get a license to practice in Ohio. Each state has similar, but, slightly different laws.

Most individuals do not want to take any medication. Prescription, or even over the counter medicine for pain may be addictive. The headache sufferer may be aware of that possibility. Surgery is a last resort. A chiropractor provides natural methods of care.

The first office visit is spent doing an examination. A medical history is taken. The spine is palpated, with the focus placed on the cervical spine, which is the neck. The muscles in the shoulders may be tight in a tension headache. The client is asked a series of relevant questions and an x-ray may be taken.

Results of the exam will indicate the type of care that will be most beneficial. Spinal adjustments are appropriate if there is found to be a spinal subluxation, which is a misaligned spine. The tense muscles can be relaxed by massage. If spinal adjustments are indicated they will be administered over time.

When headaches strike a pregnant woman, chiropractic all natural care is the logical choice for pain alleviation. In most cases, an expectant mother cannot take medicine of any kind. She may consider meditation, biofeedback or any other drug free care.