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Treating cervicogenic headaches with dry needling and manual therapy

Chiropractic Economics

Cervicogenic headache refers to a headache of cervical origin. 1 The International Headache Society (IHS) has classified headaches as primary, where there is no other causative factor, or secondary, where the headache occurs in close temporal relationship to another disorder to which it is attributed.

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5 Effective Cervicogenic Headache Treatments

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Nearly half of the population experiences headaches, and an estimated 25% are cervicogenic headaches, i.e., stemming from dysfunction in the cervical spine. 1,2) While often overlooked, cervicogenic headaches can be just as debilitating as migraines, especially when compounded by cervical spine dysfunction.

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The Benefits of Spinal Manipulation in 2025: Why HVLA Still Matters

ChiroUp

Enhanced Cerebrospinal Fluid Circulation: Some studies suggest that spinal adjustments improve CSF dynamics, which may benefit conditions like cervicogenic headaches. The best chiropractors never stop learning. The best practices never stop evolving. And the best profession thrives when we support and challenge one another.

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The Association Between Cervical Degenerative MRI Findings and Self-reported Neck Pain, Disability and Headache: A Cross-sectional Exploratory Study

ChiroOrg

A systematic review from 2019 [13] investigated the presence of cervical MRI findings in patients with NP compared to pain-free controls and found, based on two studies, no differences in terms of disc degeneration between people with chronic non-specific NP and pain-free controls. [10,

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The Temporomandibular Disorder: A Guide for Evidence-Based Chiropractors

ChiroUp

Pain, typically anterior to the ear, may radiate to the face, neck, and shoulders. Concurrent neck pain and headaches are common. Symptoms of TMD Patients with TMD often present with: Clicking or crepitus in the jaw. Restricted mouth opening (less than 40mm is considered restricted).

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Find Relief: Atlanta Chiropractors Expertly Treat Neck Pain

Any Spine

Are you one of the many individuals in Atlanta suffering from persistent neck pain? Youre not aloneneck pain affects countless people, often resulting from stress, poor posture, or injuries. In my practice, I utilize a combination of chiropractic adjustments and traction techniques to alleviate neck pain.

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Chiropractic Care For Headaches

Beecher Chiropractic

Houston Chiropractor Comments: I am always amazed when patients are surprised that chiropractic care can help with headaches. Unfortunately, some people think that chiropractic care is only for neck or back pain. The most common types of headaches are migraine, tension, and cervicogenic.