Chiropractic Care: Solving Headaches at the Source
While headaches are incredibly common, they are definitely not normal. Approximately 50% of the population will experience
headaches at some point, but that doesn’t mean they should be accepted as part of life. Whether it’s migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, or ocular migraines, it’s important to get to the root of the issue.
“Being in practice now for 25 years, the question I always ask is ‘what’s causing the problem,'” says Dr. Jean-Guy.
The Problem with Symptom-Only Solutions
Conventional medical approaches often rely on medications such as aspirin or popular OTC headache and migraine medication. These treatments may temporarily alleviate the pain but do nothing to address the root cause. Dr. Jean-Guy poses an essential question to patients: Do headaches occur because you don’t have enough medication in your system? The answer is, of course, no!
Is it lifestyle, is it stress, is it things you eat? “What’s the trigger? We want to find that out,” emphasizes Dr. Jean-Guy.
The Role of Spinal Health in Headaches
Over his years in practice, Dr. Jean-Guy has noticed a major link between spinal health and headaches. Spinal and nervous system issues, particularly in the upper cervical region (the top two bones of the neck), often contribute to chronic headaches. Prior injuries to the spine that were never corrected—or were only partially corrected—can result in joint dysfunction and nerve irritation.
When the upper cervical joints are not moving correctly, they develop scar tissue, which leads to a condition known as dysafferentation, which, in plain English, means those bones are not moving properly. According to Dr. Jean-Guy, when the bones then start to irritate those nerves, people will start having some of those headaches or migraines.
Why Headaches Are Common But Not Normal
Many patients come in saying they have “normal headaches.” Dr. Jean-Guy’s message is simple: Normal means you have none. If headaches are preventing you from living your best life, whether by affecting your ability to work, be present for your kids, or simply enjoy your favorite activities, we’re here to help.
Schedule an Evaluation Today
Isn’t it time to put that pounding pain in your past? Call us today to book an evaluation. Dr. Jean-Guy and our team are here to provide thorough assessments and personalized chiropractic care to address the root cause of your headaches and provide lasting relief so you can enjoy life to the fullest.
About Dr. Jean-Guy Daigneault, D.C., C.C.W.P.
Dr. Jean-Guy Daigneault is a Doctor of Chiropractic with 25+ years of clinical experience and advanced certification in Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP), spinal trauma care, clinical nutrition, neuropathy, and regenerative therapies. He co-founded Rassel-Daigneault Holistic Health Center in Lansing, MI, and is dedicated to helping patients restore their God-given ability to heal naturally. Dr. Jean-Guy regularly speaks at wellness events and continues advanced post-graduate training. Connect: (517) 336-8880 • Full Bio
