Headaches in Colorado Springs CO

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What Triggers A Migraine?

For someone who suffers from migraines, it’s good to know what triggers a migraine. A migraine takes place inside the brain, but it actually begins outside the brain. During a migraine attack, an anatomical trigger delivers a faulty signal to the brain. This ultimately results in migraine pain inside the brain.

Some Of The Most Common Migraine Triggers Include: Narrowing down possible triggers is important for someone who suffers from migraines Colorado Springs. Food, changes in a daily/weekend routine, stress, lack of sleep/too much sleep, caffeine, environment, dehydration, exercise, drugs, physical conditions such as muscle tension, repeated coughing, sleep, or stress.

Migraine sufferers may be more susceptible than others to sleep disorders.

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Common Sleep Disorders Associated With Migraines

If you suffer from migraines, you may also experience sleep disorders.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Intermittent breathing stoppage while sleeping. Obstructive Sleep Apnea causes the throat muscles to relax and block the airway, resulting in snoring.

Insomnia: Lack of restful sleep that may lead to fatigue, irritability and anxiety. Insomnia generally affects individuals who have trouble falling or staying asleep, and those who experience insomnia usually get less than 6 hours of restful sleep per night.

Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): An uncontrollable urge to move the legs or unpleasant sensation in the legs. RLS symptoms often increase in severity overnight and can make it difficult for a person to enjoy restful sleep.

There is a direct correlation between sleep and stress, too. Insufficient sleep typically affects a person’s mood, memory and judgment, along with his or her stress levels. Additionally, restless nights sometimes cause people to feel stressed about getting sufficient sleep – something that may lead to an ongoing cycle of poor sleep.

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Develop A Healthy Sleep Routine

For someone who suffers from migraines, it’s important to follow consistent bed and wake-up times. Go to bed and wake up at the same time consistently.

Create a comfortable sleeping environment. Ensure a bedroom is quiet and free of bright lights, loud noises, and other potential sleep distractions.

Relax – then go to sleep. Turn off electronic devices & read a book, meditate or practice relaxing activities before going to sleep.

For those who suffer from migraines in Colorado Springs CO, it is important to understand the relationship between sleep, stress, and migraines. With the right plan, a migraine sufferer can develop a healthy sleep routine. As a result, this individual may be better equipped than ever before to combat his or her migraine pain, along with any sleep/stress-related issues.

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4 Anatomical Triggers For Migraines

Did you know that there are 4 anatomical triggers that may cause someone to suffer from migraines?

1. Forehead: Causes an individual to suffer migraine pain from above the eye or on the forehead, either on one or both sides. Forehead migraines occur when the supratrochlear or supraorbital nerves are irritated by bone, blood vessels, muscle or fascia (lining of muscles).
2. Temples: Causes an individual to suffer migraine pain from the temple area, either on one or both sides. Temple migraines occur due to irritation of the zygomaticotemporal or auriculotemporal nerves; this irritation may be caused by blood vessels, muscle or fascia.
3. Nose: Causes an individual to suffer migraine pain from behind the eye and affects one or both sides of the nose. Additionally, nose migraines may cause congestion, a runny nose and other cold symptoms. Many nerve branches may be involved in nose migraines, and these nerves can be irritated by bone or cartilage or the mucosa (lining) of the nose.
4. Neck: Causes an individual to suffer migraine pain from the back of the neck that impacts one or both sides of the neck. Neck migraines occur due to irritation of the greater occipital nerve, lesser occipital nerve or third occipital nerve by blood vessels, muscle or fascia.

*Information above provided by the Migraine Institute

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How Does A Specific Atlas Adjustment Affect A Migraine?

Relief from migraines in Colorado Springs CO may be just a non-traditional adjustment away. Blood vessels carry blood to and from the brain. Before reaching the brain these blood vessels have to pass through and around the atlas vertebra which is also known as your body’s Foundation. Misalignments of your Foundation can obstruct the proper function of vital blood vessels and nerves. This disruption in blood and nerve flow can lead to headaches, migraines, and several other severe conditions.

By taking precise 3-dimensional images of the upper neck, performing a detailed analysis of the images along with 3 other objective measurements taken in-office, our non-traditional doctors of chiropractic are able to perform a gentle adjustment that involves zero popping twisting, or cracking and is focused on alleviating each patient's unique 3-dimensional misalignment for long term change. Balance Chiropractic then creates a customized plan to maintain alignment and regain health for each patient's individual needs. If you or a loved one suffers from migraines/headaches and have not found a long-term solution, look into Balance Chiropractic & Foundational Correction!

Learn more about Foundational Correction for migraines in Colorado Springs CO by calling (719) 265-0115 to schedule your complimentary consultation today! Watch this awesome Success Story below!