Understanding the Condition
Headaches commonly stem from neck tension, postural strain, jaw clenching, or screen-related visual fatigue. They may also result from stress or spinal joint dysfunction.
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Mechanism of Injury (MOI)
Headaches is a common issue we treat at Gulf Islands Chiropractic. Whether it's caused by poor posture, repetitive strain, athletic injury, or long-standing dysfunction, our approach is designed to treat not just the pain, but the underlying cause.
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Common Symptoms

• Dull, pressure-like pain across the forehead or behind the eyes

• Tension that starts in the neck and radiates upward

• Sensitivity to light or sound during episodes

• Pain that worsens with sitting, screen use, or poor posture

• Occasional nausea or fatigue linked to chronic episodes

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Clinical Insight
Clinically, headaches may involve:

• Trigger points in suboccipital or cervical muscles

• Cervicogenic patterns with neck movement aggravation

• Positive cervical flexion-rotation test (FRT)

• Muscle tenderness in the trapezius or SCM

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How We Treat It

At Gulf Islands Chiropractic, we use a tailored combination of evidence-informed therapies to treat headaches:

• Spinal Adjustments

• TENS/EMS Therapy

• Vibration Therapy

These therapies are selected based on your specific presentation, comfort level, and goals. We always begin with a detailed assessment to determine the best path forward.
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Why Choose Local, Integrated Care

Living on Salt Spring Island, you don’t have to travel far for high-quality care. Our Neuro-Release Therapy™ system integrates chiropractic, soft tissue, and rehabilitation techniques for long-term relief — not just symptom management.