What techniques are included in headache treatment?
Neck exercises are included when the evaluation shows they fit your needs. Arrowhead Clinic Chiropractor Newnan may also use spinal adjustments, massage therapy, postural training, soft tissue work, TENS therapy, traction, or myofascial release. The plan depends on your symptoms, movement, health history, and response to care. We explain each technique before using it.
What happens at each stage of headache care?
The first visit includes an intake, health history, exam, and discussion of findings.
- We record your symptoms and relevant history.
- We check movement, posture, joints, and soft tissues.
- We explain a personalized plan.
- We provide selected care and review progress.
These steps help match treatment to your needs.
What does the team look at first during care?
The first check covers your symptoms, health history, neck movement, posture, and related soft tissues. We also ask about accidents, prior injuries, and current concerns. These details help us choose safe methods and spot signs that need medical attention. X-rays may be considered if clinically indicated, based on the evaluation.
What should be checked before care is scheduled?
A health history and exam should be checked before a treatment plan is selected. Share current symptoms, past injuries, medications, and any sudden changes in your condition. Urgent signs such as confusion, fainting, new weakness, or sudden severe pain need medical evaluation first. Our consultation helps determine whether chiropractic care fits.
Can a chiropractor help headaches after an accident?
Yes, chiropractic care may help when headaches relate to whiplash, neck injury, joint limits, or soft-tissue strain. We review the accident history and examine movement before selecting care. Treatment may include adjustments, traction, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitation. Our legal referral network can also connect personal-injury patients with attorneys while treatment and insurance matters are coordinated.
Which factors change the cost of headache care?
The evaluation findings and selected services are the main cost drivers. A plan using adjustments alone differs from one that includes spinal decompression, TENS therapy, soft tissue work, or rehabilitation exercises. We discuss the recommended care during a free consultation. You can ask what each service addresses before deciding how to proceed.
When should headache symptoms receive medical attention first?
Sudden severe pain, confusion, fainting, new weakness, or vision changes need urgent medical attention first. These signs can point beyond a routine musculoskeletal concern. If symptoms are stable and linked with neck pain or movement limits, our team can complete an evaluation. Tell us about all symptoms so the safest next step is clear.