Headaches are a very common problem.  Research shows that 9 out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches at some point in their lives.  Some headaches are quite mild and not much more than a temporary annoyance.  Others can be debilitating, causing interference with normal daily activities and putting strain on relationships.  There have been several studies that show that chiropractic care is more effective than medication in treating tension type headaches, and here at Broomfield Family Chiropractic we are having great success with this condition.  We focus first on helping people prevent the condition, then treat the headache if it does become a problem.

Broomfield Family Chiropractic has some tips and suggestions on how to avoid getting tension type headaches.  First, if you work long hours in a static position, such as in front of a computer, get up and stretch every 30 minutes or so.  Second, stay hydrated.  Third, after work, or even at lunchtime, take a walk for about half an hour.  Lastly, try to relax you jaw, don’t clench your teeth.  Doing all of these should help you avoid tension type headaches.

If you do get a headache, chiropractic care should be your first choice for treatment.  Many tension type headaches originate in the neck, and chiropractic adjustments are exactly what is needed to correct the problem.  We recommend having a thorough examination to determine the exact cause of the problem, and specific treatment to correct the condition.  In addition, we can look at the ergonomic factors that may be contributing to the condition and offer advice on how to correct these” says Dr. Schrad.  It is important to note that the goal of chiropractic care when treating headaches is to find the cause of the problem and correct it, whereas taking medication is working to cover the symptoms.

Broomfield Family Chiropractic is offering free consultations through the summer to make getting the care you need easier.  This no pressure, no obligation offer expires on August 31st, so be sure to act today!