Conditions We Treat
Headache & Migraine Treatment in Seattle
Most chronic headaches have a structural cause that medication doesn't fix. We find it — and treat it.
Types of Headaches
Which Type Do You Have?
The type determines the treatment. Our exam identifies the source so we can target the right approach.
Cervicogenic Headaches
Originate from cervical spine dysfunction — joints, muscles, and nerves in the neck refer pain into the head. Respond exceptionally well to chiropractic.
Tension Headaches
Muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, and scalp creates a characteristic band-like pressure. The most common headache type.
Migraines
Neurological events often triggered by cervical dysfunction, hormones, stress, or dietary factors. Can be reduced in frequency and severity with consistent care.
Post-Whiplash Headaches
Headaches following auto accidents are frequently cervicogenic — arising from damaged cervical joints and muscles.
The Cervical Connection
Research shows the majority of chronic headache sufferers have significant cervical spine dysfunction contributing to their symptoms — yet most are only offered medication. Chiropractic adjustments and soft tissue therapy addressing the neck produce measurable, lasting headache reduction without drugs or side effects.
Treatment
A Drug-Free Path Out of Headaches
Cervical Chiropractic Adjustment
Directly addresses the joint restriction and nerve irritation driving most headaches originating in the neck.
Suboccipital Release
Manual and instrument-assisted release of the muscles at the base of the skull — a primary headache driver.
Upper Thoracic Adjustment
The upper back contributes significantly to cervicogenic headaches. We treat the whole chain.
Acupuncture
Strong clinical evidence for headache and migraine reduction. Wan Nguyen specializes in headache management with acupuncture.
Massage Therapy
Deep work on the cervical paraspinals, upper traps, and scalenes reduces the muscular contribution to headaches.
Postural Correction
Forward head posture is a major headache driver. Correcting it produces long-term reduction in headache frequency.
Stop Medicating. Start Treating.
New patient evaluation + first treatment — $149. Most insurance accepted.