Headache and Migraine Treatment in Lincoln, NE

Headache And Migraine Specialist
Symptoms Of Headaches
Headaches can come in a variety of forms. Some symptoms include:
- Headache pain in the forehead
- Pain in the back of the skull
- Pain that radiates throughout the head
- Nausea and Dizziness
- Pain behind one or both eyes, Ear pain
- Seeing spots or flashing lights that aren’t there
- Light or sound sensitivity
- Vomiting, Tenderness
- Temporary vision loss in one or both eyes
- Feeling as though a band is placed tightly around your head
- Irritation or mood swings, Pressure in temples
- Depression, Menstrual migraine
- In rare cases, hallucinations may occur
Causes Of Headaches
Headaches can be caused by a wide range of problems, including:
- Faulty eyeglass prescription
- Stress, Anxiety, and Lack of sleep
- Exposure to loud noises
- Headwear that is too tight
- Fatigue
- Withdrawal from substances
- Adverse reaction to the medication
- Allergies to particular foods
- Hunger and Dehydration
- Hangover from alcohol
- Injury and Bright lights
- Sleeping in an uncomfortable position
- Overeating and Trauma
- Underlying conditions such as
- Viral or bacterial meningitis
- Brain tumor
- Traumatic brain injury
- Aneurysms
- Sinus infection
- Concussion
- Ear infections
- Intracranial Hematoma
Long Term Problems Due To Untreated Headaches
According to Dr. Shane Davidson DC, a leading chiropractor at Novo Chiropractic Lincoln clinic, most headaches go away with proper care, some more severe problems can occur if you ignore them:
- Fever
- Difficulty speaking
- New Confusion
- Convulsions
- Weakness in arms, legs, or hands
- Dizziness
- Vertigo
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Chronic pain
- Fatigue
Temporary Pain Relief
- Rest in a dark, quiet room
- Hot Epsom salt bath
OTC medications
You can get quick headache relief by doing some of the following things:
- Resting in a dark, quiet room away from any activity
- Taking a hot bath with Epsom salts
- Using OTC medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen
- Massaging your temples
- Placing an ice pack or cold, wet rag on your forehead or neck
Headaches Treatment
If you need treatment for headaches or migraines in Lincoln, we have a strong team of talented professionals who can help you.
At our Novo Chiropractic Lincoln clinic, some of our treatments for headaches include:
- Acupuncture
- Hypnosis
- Meditation
- Chiropractic spinal adjustments
- Herbal and nutritional supplements
- Nutritional and diet advice
Book An Appointment
Request an appointment online by calling us on (402) 817-7373
You can also use the online booking tool below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Headaches
Are Chiropractors good for Headaches?
Many treatments are there in chiropractic care to treat headaches effectively, including spinal manipulation and massage therapy. Chiropractors can provide treatment after identifying the root cause of your headaches that seeks to address the cause rather than simply treat the symptoms.