Headaches, particularly cervicogenic
headaches (CGH), are often embedded in musculoskeletal dysfunction of
the neck. For individuals wanting lasting
relief, chiropractic care has long been a reliable means to that
end. A growing body of evidence purports
that misiung targeted exercise into a Manchester
chiropractic treatment plan can significantly boost its
effectiveness—especially when it comes to managing chronic
headache pain. Manchester Chiropractic & Sports Injuries is ready to help!
HEADACHE’S RESPONSE TO EXERCISE
A new randomized controlled trial looked at
this very relationship. Published in The Journal
of Headache and Pain, the impacts of neck-specific exercises and
health promotion on office workers experiencing
headaches was positive. The findings disclosed
that participants who engaged in targeted neck exercises described
significant reductions in headache frequency and intensity. This
suggests that exercise, when combined with
chiropractic care, can elevate treatment outcomes for
headache sufferers. (1)
HEADACHE RESPONSE TO EXERCISE AND CHIROPRACTIC CARE
These outcomes line up with
broader clinical insights showing that manual therapies—like spinal manipulation and mobilization used here at
Manchester Chiropractic & Sports Injuries—are most effective when paired with active
interventions like exercise. Chiropractic adjustments restore
joint motion and lower tension in the cervical spine, while
exercise assists in stabilizing the
musculature, improve posture, and increase resilience
against future flare-ups. A systematic review in Chiropractic & Manual
Therapies emphasized the efficacy of manual therapies, such
as spinal manipulation and mobilization, in managing cervicogenic
headaches. The review found moderate-to-large positive outcomes
in decreasing headache intensity and frequency, especially
when blended with exercise interventions. This combination
approach appears to offer a thorough solution
for containing CGHs. (2)
HEADACHE EXERCISE
What exercises may help most? Deep neck flexor
strengthening, scapular stabilization, and postural training have been shown
to not only reduce headache symptoms but also reduce
the need for medication and improve quality of life. The synergy between chiropractic adjustments and exercise empowers patients by attending to
both the root biomechanical issues and the lifestyle factors contributing
to their pain. Moreover, regular movement promotes better
circulation, lowers stress—a known headache trigger—and supports
long-term neuromuscular health. Chiropractors like yours at Manchester Chiropractic & Sports Injuries are
uniquely positioned to recommend individualized
exercise regimens that go along with
spinal care goals and each patient’s specific needs.
CONTACT Manchester Chiropractic & Sports Injuries
Incorporating exercise into your chiropractic
care routine is not only an add-on; it’s a vital
step toward sustainable headache management. Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. David Kulla on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
describes relieving treatment of headache and neck pain using The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.
Make your Manchester chiropractic
appointment today.
