Headache

Headache Chiropractor Centerville, VA

Do you find yourself reaching for pain relievers multiple times a week to manage headaches? You’re not alone. 

Nearly 75% of adults worldwide experience at least one headache per year, with about 20% suffering from chronic or recurrent headaches. At Turner Chiropractic Clinic, we have been providing natural, drug-free headache relief for Centreville residents since 1992.

Chiropractors can help with headaches by addressing the underlying causes, such as muscle tension and spinal misalignment. They can use a variety of techniques, including spinal adjustments, massage, and stretching.

Understanding Headaches

Contrary to common belief, a headache is not a "brain ache." The brain itself and most of its membranes don't feel pain. Instead, headaches occur when pain-sensitive structures around the brain i.e blood vessels, nerves, and muscles become irritated, inflamed, or compressed.

Common types of headaches include:

• Tension Headaches: The most common type, characterized by dull, band-like pressure on both sides of the head, often triggered by stress and poor posture
• Migraines: Intense, throbbing pain often on one side, potentially accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances
• Cervicogenic Headaches: Pain referred from neck issues, frequently stemming from spinal misalignments or muscle tension
• Cluster Headaches: Excruciating pain around one eye, occurring in patterns or "clusters"
  

How Chiropractic Care Helps Headaches

Many headaches, particularly tension and cervicogenic headaches, are related to spinal misalignments and muscle tension in the neck and upper back. Chiropractic care addresses these underlying issues through:

1. Spinal Adjustments: Gentle, precise manipulations to realign the vertebrae in your neck and upper back, relieving pressure on nerves and improving blood flow
2. Soft Tissue Therapy: Targeted techniques to release tight muscles that may be causing headache pain
3. Posture Correction: Guidance on proper ergonomics and body positioning to reduce strain on your neck and shoulders
4. Lifestyle Advice: Recommendations regarding diet, hydration, sleep and stress management to reduce headache frequency
   

The Research Behind Chiropractic for Headaches

Research supports chiropractic’s effectiveness for headache relief. A study published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that spinal manipulation resulted in sustained improvement in headache frequency and severity in patients with chronic headaches, with many experiencing significant or complete improvement.

Our Approach to Headache Relief

At our Centreville clinic, we begin with a thorough assessment to identify your specific headache type and potential triggers. Rather than simply masking symptoms with medication, we address the root causes of your headaches for long-lasting relief.



Many patients report significant improvement after just a few sessions, with reduced frequency and intensity of headaches. Over time, our goal is to not only provide relief but to prevent headaches from recurring.

Schedule Your First Appointment Today

Don’t let headaches run your life. Call us now at 703-815-9500 to schedule a consult at our Centreville office and find out how our natural approach to headache relief can help you live pain-free.