Headache & Migraine Relief in Welwyn | GH Chiropractic

Naturally reduce headaches and migraines with chiropractic care in Welwyn. Improve posture, nerve function, and muscle balance with GH Chiropractic.

Headaches and migraines are incredibly common and affect people of all ages. Whether it’s a dull, persistent ache or a debilitating migraine that forces you to stop everything, these conditions often stem from a combination of muscular tension, postural strain, joint dysfunction, and nervous system overload.

At GH Chiropractic in Welwyn, we take a whole-body approach to headache care. While many people assume headaches come “from the head,” most are influenced by issues in the neck, shoulders, posture, movement patterns, and lifestyle stress.

Why Headaches and Migraines Occur

Common causes include:

• Tight muscles in the neck, jaw, or shoulders

• Misalignment or restricted movement in the upper spine

• Forward-head posture from screens or mobile use

• Stress and anxiety cause muscle clenching

• Poor sleep or dehydration

• Eye strain

• TMJ/jaw tension

• Nerve irritation in the neck

When these factors accumulate, the nervous system becomes overloaded, resulting in headaches, migraines, dizziness, or nausea.

How Chiropractic Helps

Many people experience significant relief from headaches and migraines with chiropractic care — not simply because it reduces muscle tension, but because it helps regulate the nervous system.

Chiropractic benefits include:

• Improved movement in the upper neck, reducing nerve irritation

• Relaxation of tight muscles in the shoulders, neck, and jaw

• Enhanced blood flow to the head and neck

• Improved posture, reducing strain on the upper spine

• Reduced stress signalling, helping calm an overstimulated nervous system

• Better proprioception, allowing your body to hold healthier positions

• Neuroplastic changes, helping the brain process pain and movement more efficiently

By restoring balance in the musculoskeletal system, chiropractic often reduces the frequency, intensity, and duration of headaches.

Self-Help Tips for Headache Relief

Tip #1 - Hydration First

• Even mild dehydration is a common trigger.

Tip #2 - Gentle neck and shoulder stretches

• Upper trapezius stretch

• Levator scapula stretch

• Chin tucks

• Thoracic extensions

Tip #3 - Ergonomic adjustments

• Raising your computer screen and keeping your shoulders relaxed can drastically reduce strain.

Tip #4 - Regular movement

• Break up long periods of sitting to avoid muscle fatigue.

  
  

Tip #5 - Manage stress levels

• Breathing exercises, meditation, or a short walk can help reduce tension.

Chiropractic Helps the Whole Body

Headaches rarely start in isolation — they’re often a sign of dysfunction elsewhere. At GH Chiropractic, we assess posture, spinal movement, muscle balance, jaw function, and nervous system health to deliver comprehensive care.

If headaches or migraines are affecting your quality of life, care at GH Chiropractic in Welwyn can help restore comfort, clarity, and balance.