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Migraine & Headaches Health Center Migraine Overview Migraine and other types of headaches, such as tension headache and sinus headache, are painful. Migraine symptoms include a pounding headache, nausea, vomiting, and light sensitivity and are treated with antinausea drugs and abortive or preventive medications. Headache remedies include pain relievers. Migraine and Headache Symptoms There are many different types of  headaches . Although not all  headaches  are the same, they all share at least one thing in common -- they cause pain. But many  headaches  also cause other unwanted symptoms, including  nausea and vomiting . This article addresses the most common headache symptoms associated with the different types of  headaches . Tension Headaches People with tension headaches commonly report these symptoms: Episodic Tension Headaches (occur less than 15 days per month) Pain is mild to moderate, constant band-like pain o...

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What Does Chiropractic for Back Pain Involve? A chiropractor first takes a medical history, performs a physical examination, and may use lab tests or diagnostic imaging to determine if treatment is appropriate for your back pain. The treatment plan may involve one or more manual adjustments in which the doctor manipulates the joints, using a controlled, sudden force to improve range and quality of motion. Many chiropractors also incorporate nutritional counseling and exercise/rehabilitation into the treatment plan. The goals of chiropractic care include the restoration of function and prevention of injury in addition to back pain relief. What Are the Benefits and Risks of Chiropractic Care? Spinal manipulation and chiropractic care is generally considered a safe, effective treatment for acute low back pain, the type of sudden injury that results from moving furniture or getting tackled. Acute back pain, which is more common than chronic pain, lasts no more...

Chiropractic Care for Back Pain  Among people seeking  back pain relief alternatives, most choose  chiropractic  treatment. About 22 million Americans visit chiropractors annually. Of these, 7.7 million, or 35%, are seeking relief from  back pain  from various causes, including accidents,  sports injuries , and muscle strains. Other complaints include pain in the neck, arms, and legs, and  headaches . What Is Chiropractic? Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative treatments, the theory being that proper alignment of the body's musculoskeletal structure, particularly the spine, will enable the body to heal itself without surgery or medication. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by a traumatic event, such as falling, or repetitive stress, such as sitting without proper back support. Chiropractic is primarily used as a pain relief alternative for mus...