Drug-Free HeadacheRelief (NAPSA)—If you have a headache, you may wantto visit a doctor of chiropractic care before you head to the medicine cabinet. Doing so can speedrelief and help you avoid the side effects associated with certain drugs. . ae. ee fo Chiropractic care has long been used to treat headaches without drugs. A report from the Duke University Evidence-Based Practice Center in Durham, N.C., found that spinal manipulation quickly improved headaches originating in the neck, and had far fewer side effects and longer-lasting relief of tension headaches than a commonly prescribed medication. Other studies have shown chiropractic care to be effective in the treatment of migraine headaches. “Headaches can often be debilitating and deserve examination by a doctor,” explains Gerard Clum, D.C., a spokesperson for the not-for-profit Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (FCP). “They could be a warning sign that something is wrong. That something wrong could be a structural problem with the head and neck as a result of posture or injury.” Dr. Clum advises that instead of masking their pain with medication, people should consider a visit to a doctor of chiropractic. For more information, visit www.yes2chiropractic.com.
