Tension Headaches

As the most common type of headaches, tension headaches present as pain behind the eyes, in the neck region, and diffused across the skull with some patients complaining that the pain of a tension headache resembles having a tight band pressing on their forehead. Tension headaches range from mild or moderate to intense pain. For patients in the greater Calgary area, our chiropractor at Bankers Hall Chiropractic understands the pain of tension headaches and deliver remedies that can bring you relief from chronic tension headaches.

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Tension Headaches: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

There is a number of reasons that might spark a tension headache, and according to a report, many people will experience periodic tension headaches with one or two episodes a month on average. For approximately three percent of the population, however, tension headaches can be a chronic condition that happen more than 15 days a month. Women are twice as likely as men to suffer from the adverse effects of tension headaches.

Muscle contractions centered in the neck and head cause tension headaches, and an array of stressors can contribute to the onset of pain. Such factors can include but are certainly not limited to:

  • Dehydration
  • Skipping meals
  • Eye strain
  • Emotional and physical stress
  • Fatigue
  • Caffeine
  • Overexertion
  • Sinus infection
  • Cold or flu symptoms

This is a varied listing with combinations of potential causes of tension headaches, so manage the causes that can lead to the occasional flare-ups. For example, staying hydrated, getting a good night’s rest, and cutting back on caffeine can help ward off episodic tension headaches. 

For those with a chronic condition, however, these measures may be a short-term solution. A better way to relieve tension headaches for the long term is by seeking the help of a chiropractor.

When you see our chiropractor for tension headache relief, we will perform a physical and take imaging tests of your spine to rule out conditions that may have triggered your tension headaches. We will also review your health history and lifestyle habits to see if your headaches were caused by one of the above factors.

After we have concluded the cause, our chiropractor will then create a treatment plan to halt periodic episodes, eliminate the pain, and help you live your life more comfortably.

Contact Our Dedicated Team at Bankers Hall Chiropractic

If you are suffering the effects of tension headaches in the Calgary area, we invite you to schedule an appointment to speak with our chiropractor. Whether your tension headaches are mild, moderate, or severe, they can have a debilitating effect on your day-to-day life, so contact Bankers Hall Chiropractic today for help. Our number is 403-243-0111.

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