Do you struggle with migraines or tension headaches in Fayetteville AR? To fully understand the best solution to your headaches, it is important to have knowledge of the most common types of headaches and what causes them.

Dealing with headaches in Fayetteville AR

45 million Americans suffer from headaches. Many of them respond to their headaches by taking drugs. Unfortunately, the same medications that people take in hopes of curing their headaches can actually cause headaches when they're overused. A study in the Journal of Child Neurology reported that up to 15% of patients in headache clinics suffer from daily headaches caused by over reliance on pain medications.

Other medicines can cause headaches as a side effect. Oral contraceptives, cold and allergy medications, and antidepressants can all cause headaches. Even supplements like iron and Vitamin A have been linked to headaches. Taking pills to counteract the side effects of other pills can lead to a vicious circle as overuse of pain medications increases the likelihood of headache.

Part of the problem is that we think headaches are all in our heads. In fact, nearly half of all headaches begin in the spine - specifically, the cervical spine, the part of the spine that is in the neck.

How do you get a pain in the neck that leads to a headache?

• Vertical subluxations, or misaligned bones in the spine
• Poor posture
• Stress

The solution? Chiropractic treatment, of course, to get your spine back in alignment. Chiropractic adjustments are as effective as prescription medication in curing headaches, according to a study of 683 patients reported in the Journal of Manipulative Physiological Therapeutics. This is the best way to get out of the pain-pill vicious circle. If you're interested in preventing headaches, the chiropractic lifestyle is your best bet.

Let Dr. Myshka show you how you should hold your head to avoid posture-related pain. Get regular exercise with stretching and strength components to improve your posture, as well as cardio to reduce stress. And get the sleep and nutrition you need for overall wellness.