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Tired of headaches controlling your life? Relief is possible. Whether it's a dull ache or a debilitating migraine, headaches can make even the simplest tasks feel impossible. You don’t have to live in constant pain. The right treatment can help you regain control and experience lasting relief.
You shouldn’t have to suffer through another painful day. At Hughes Health, we take a holistic, non-invasive approach to treating headaches and migraines by addressing their root causes and not just the symptoms. If you're ready to break free from chronic pain and regain control of your life, schedule an appointment today with one of our expert sports chiropractic physicians.
About Headaches & Migraines
& Anatomy That Contributes
Headaches and migraines are more than just an inconvenience. They can disrupt your work, your relationships, and your ability to enjoy life. While tension headaches often cause mild to moderate pain, migraines can bring intense throbbing, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. If you find yourself relying on pain medications just to get through the day, it's time to explore a better solution.
The muscles, joints, and nerves in your head and neck play a crucial role in headache and migraine development. When these structures become tight, strained, or misaligned, they can trigger pain that radiates throughout your head and face.
• Suboccipital Muscles – A group of small muscles at the base of the skull that, when tight, can cause tension headaches and occipital neuralgia.
• Temporalis & Masseter Muscles – Located on the sides of the head and jaw, these muscles are commonly involved in TMJ dysfunction and tension headaches.
• Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Muscle – Runs along the side of the neck and can refer pain to the head and behind the eyes when tight or irritated.
• Trapezius Muscle – Extends from the shoulders to the back of the skull; tension and trigger points in this muscle often lead to tension headaches.
• Cervical Spine & Nerves – The upper spine houses nerves that, when irritated or compressed, can cause headaches and migraines.
Addressing dysfunction in these muscles and structures through targeted treatment can significantly reduce headache frequency and intensity. Our sports chiropractic experts have undergone additional training of the head, face, and neck to appropriately and effectively help you with your headaches and migraines.
Common Causes of Headaches & Migraines
Understanding Why It Happens
Headaches and migraines can be triggered by a variety of factors, making it essential to identify the root cause before finding the right treatment. Some of the most common causes include:
• Muscle Tension & Poor Posture – Stress and misalignment in the neck and shoulders can lead to frequent headaches.
• Nerve Irritation & Spinal Misalignment – When nerves in the upper spine are compressed or irritated, they can trigger headaches and migraines.
• Dehydration & Nutritional Deficiencies – Lack of proper hydration and key nutrients can contribute to chronic headaches.
• Stress & Hormonal Imbalances – High stress levels and hormonal fluctuations can increase headache frequency and severity.
• Environmental Triggers – Bright lights, strong smells, or even certain foods can set off migraines in sensitive individuals.
Common Conditions Related to Headaches & Migraines
Head pain isn’t always just a standalone issue. It’s often linked to deeper musculoskeletal or neurological concerns. Some of the most common conditions that contribute to headaches include:
Cervicogenic Headaches – Pain originating from misalignment or tension in the neck.
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction – Jaw misalignment and tension leading to headaches.
Occipital Neuralgia – Irritated nerves in the back of the head causing sharp, shooting pain.
Post-Concussion Syndrome – Lingering headaches after head trauma or injury.
Chronic Migraines – Frequent, debilitating headaches that interfere with daily life.
Treatments for Headaches & Migraines
Find Relief Once & For All
Before we are able to treat your headaches or migraines at Hughes Health, we must perform a detailed consultation and examination. We start with a one-on-one consultation where our doctors truly listen. We want to understand how your headaches and migraines are affecting your life, whether it's keeping you from working, exercising, or simply enjoying time with family. This conversation helps us gather key details that point us toward the root cause of your pain.
In the examination, we assess your movement, muscles, ligaments, and joints using chiropractic, orthopedic, and functional movement testing. Pain is your body’s way of signaling that something isn’t working right. Our job is to find out why. Once we pinpoint the cause, we create a personalized treatment plan to restore function and get you back to living pain-free without unnecessary medications or surgery.
Sports Chiropractic: More Than Just Adjustments
At Hughes Health, we believe true recovery goes beyond spinal adjustments and manipulation. While we are chiropractors, we don’t just focus on your joints. We take a whole-body approach through Sports Rehabilitation to target the muscles and tissues that support you. Your body is more than just bones and joints, and your care should reflect that. By addressing movement, strength, and stability, we help you heal faster, stay active, and prevent future injuries so you can get back to doing what you love without limitations.
Deep Tissue Class IV Laser Therapy: Heal from the Inside Out
Our Class IV Deep Tissue Laser uses light therapy to reduce pain and inflammation at the cellular level. This advanced treatment:
Boosts your body’s natural healing process
Reduces pain and inflammation in just 5-10 minutes
Feels like a gentle, warming sensation—no discomfort, just relief
Soft Tissue Manual Therapy: Digging Deep
At Hughes Health, we specialize in a wide variety of techniques to address the soft tissue causes of the pain.
Dry Needling: This targets tight or dysfunctional muscles by inserting small acupuncture needles into specific muscles and their trigger points to release tension and promote muscle recovery.
Myofascial Release: Active Release Technique (ART), also known as manual trigger point release, takes your muscles through dynamic movement to release tension and alleviate pain at its source.
Sport Rehab and Custom Exercises: Build Strength, Prevent Injury
Pain relief is just the first step. Staying pain-free while moving and grooving is the goal. Our Custom Therapeutic Exercise Programs help you:
Strengthen muscles and improve mobility
Fix imbalances that cause recurring pain
Get back to doing what you love with confidence
The Right Care, Every Time
At Hughes Health, your recovery comes first. While we specialize in advanced chiropractic care and personalized treatment plans, we also know when you need more. If our exam reveals that additional care is necessary, we’ll connect you with our trusted network of physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and pain specialists. No guesswork, no wasted time—just the right care for the best results.
Your health is our priority. Let’s get you on the path to recovery today!
Why Choose
Hughes Health?
We take pride in providing evidence-based non-invasive approaches to healthcare. Our goal is to identify the root cause of your discomfort and pain to then provide effective and personalized treatment plans to help you achieve long-lasting results. If you're experiencing any of the conditions listed above, don't hesitate to contact us.