Migraine and Headache Relief in Springfield, MO
Chiropractic care can help reduce how often headaches strike and how intense they feel, especially tension-type and neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches. At Wellness Ethos Chiropractic, we look for the cause in your neck, posture, and muscles, then build a plan around it.
Living With Headaches? You Don't Have to Just Push Through
Headaches pull you out of work, family time, and sleep. Many of our patients come to us after months of reaching for the same pain reliever. Our goal is different: figure out what is driving your headaches and help your body stop producing them.
Chiropractic care may help if you notice
Headaches that start at the base of your skull or in your neck
Tightness across your shoulders and upper back
Headaches that get worse after long hours at a desk, phone, or steering wheel
Pain on one side of the head that comes with a stiff neck
Jaw clenching or TMJ tension alongside your headaches
How We Treat Headaches and Migraines
Gentle spinal adjustments
to restore motion in the upper neck and mid back.
Soft tissue work
such as pin and stretch, instrument-assisted scraping, or cupping to release tight muscles in the neck and shoulders.
Trigger point dry needling
to calm stubborn muscle knots that refer pain into the head.
Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT)
a gentle, low-force approach used by Dr. Rachel Parsley for patients who prefer a softer touch.
Posture and ergonomic coaching
so your workstation, phone habits, and sleep position stop feeding the problem.
Corrective exercises
to strengthen the deep neck muscles that support your head.
Headaches holding you back?
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Can a chiropractor help with migraines
Chiropractic care can help some people reduce migraine frequency by addressing neck tension, posture, and lifestyle triggers. It works best alongside care from your physician, not as a replacement.
How many visits will I need for headache relief?
It depends on how long you have had headaches and what is causing them. Many patients notice changes within the first few visits. Your doctor will outline a plan after your exam.
Is neck adjustment safe for headaches?
Neck adjustments performed by a licensed chiropractor are generally safe. We screen every patient first, and low-force options like SOT are available if you prefer not to have your neck manipulated.
What is the difference between a tension headache and a migraine?
Tension headaches usually feel like steady pressure on both sides of the head. Migraines are often throbbing, may affect one side, and can come with nausea, light sensitivity, or aura.
Do you accept insurance for headache treatment?
We do not bill insurance directly. We give you an itemized superbill with treatment codes after each visit to submit for possible reimbursement.