Headaches, especially cervicogenic
headaches (CGH), are often embedded in musculoskeletal dysfunction in
the neck. For sufferers seeking persistent
relief, chiropractic care has long been a trusted approach. An increasing body of evidence purports
that blending targeted exercise into a Manahawkin
chiropractic treatment plan can significantly boost its
effectiveness—especially when it comes to handling chronic
headache pain. Manahawkin Chiropractic Center is ready to help!
HEADACHE’S RESPONSE TO EXERCISE
A recent randomized controlled trial looked at
this very relationship. Published in The Journal
of Headache and Pain, the effects of neck-specific exercises and
health promotion on office workers experiencing
headaches was beneficial. The findings revealed
that participants who engaged in targeted neck exercises described
significant reductions in headache frequency and intensity. This
suggests that exercise, when added to
chiropractic care, can boost treatment outcomes for
headache sufferers. (1)
HEADACHE RESPONSE TO EXERCISE AND CHIROPRACTIC CARE
These outcomes line up with
broader clinical insights showing that manual therapies—like spinal manipulation and mobilization used here at
Manahawkin Chiropractic Center—are most effective when paired with active
interventions like exercise. Chiropractic adjustments return
joint motion and lower tension in the cervical spine, while
exercise helps stabilize the
musculature, boost posture, and increase resilience
against future flare-ups. A systematic review in Chiropractic & Manual
Therapies emphasized the efficacy of manual therapies, such
as spinal manipulation and mobilization, in handling cervicogenic
headaches. The review found moderate-to-large positive outcomes
in lowering headache intensity and frequency, particularly
when blended with exercise interventions. This combination
approach appears to offer a thorough solution
for managing CGHs. (2)
HEADACHE EXERCISE
What exercises may benefit most? Deep neck flexor
strengthening, scapular stabilization, and postural training have been documented
to not only decrease headache symptoms but also decrease
the need for medication and enhance quality of life. The synergy between chiropractic adjustments and exercise gives
back some control to patients by addressing
both the root biomechanical issues and the lifestyle factors adding
to their pain. Moreover, regular movement supports better
circulation, lowers stress—a known headache trigger—and supports
long-term neuromuscular health. Chiropractors like yours at Manahawkin Chiropractic Center are
uniquely positioned to prescribe individualized
exercise regimens that go along with
spinal care goals and each patient’s specific needs.
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Incorporating exercise into your chiropractic
care routine is not just an add-on; it’s a vital
step toward sustainable headache management. Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. David Kulla on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
details relieving treatment of headache and neck pain using The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.
Make your Manahawkin chiropractic
appointment soon.
