Are you suffering from migraine headaches? Here are two topics that could help you manage them!
Topic One: Migraine Headaches and Chiropractic Care
The Problem:
- A migraine is an intense throbbing headache that may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light or noise.
- Worldwide, an estimated ONE BILLION people suffer at least one migraine headache each year
- Adult women are THREE TIMES MORE LIKELY than men to experience migraines.
- Over 80% of migraineurs miss work due to their headaches, with an average of 4-6 absences per year.
The Solution:
- Spinal manipulation has demonstrated similar effectiveness but LONGER-LASTING BENEFIT and FEWER SIDE EFFECTS than a well-known medical therapy (amitriptyline).
- Researchers from Harvard Medical School found that migraine headache patients who received chiropractic care in addition to usual medical care experienced, on average, TWO FEWER MIGRAINE DAYS EACH MONTH, compared to those who did not receive chiropractic co-management.
- Research shows a significant reduction of migraine intensity in almost half of these patients receiving spinal manipulation, and nearly one in four participants reported greater than 90% FEWER ATTACKS.
Sources: 1) La Touche et al., Scientific Reports, 2024. 2) Rist PM et al., Headache, 2019.
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Topic Two: 
Eat Your Way to Fewer Migraines!
Migraines are more than just headaches; they can be debilitating episodes that last for hours or even days. Common triggers include stress, hormonal changes, and diet.
Recent research shows that omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce migraine frequency and intensity. Foods like salmon, flaxseed, and walnuts are rich in omega-3s and support brain and cardiovascular health.
Source: García-Pérez-de-Sevilla G et al., Nutrition Reviews, 2025.
Check out this infographic for foods that could be triggering your migraines:
Author: Dr. Jonathan Yee, Oakville Chiropractic Centre (ABOUT THE AUTHOR)
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