A variety of factors can cause headaches.

By understanding a few of the most common, you’ll have the essential information you need to make the lifestyle changes needed to find lasting relief!

And the good news is that many of these are habits and patterns that you can easily control.

The top 3 common causes of headaches are…

• Medications. Many commonly prescribed pain-relieving medications (including those prescribed for headache relief) list headaches as a top side effect.
• Posture. Forward head posture due to long hours sitting or standing at work is a primary factor in the development of tension and cervicogenic headaches.
• Foods. Coffee, cheese, alcohol, and many types of meat contain substances that can contribute to headaches.

Do you see anything listed in these top 3 causes that may be contributing to your headaches?

If the answer is yes, be proactive.

• Take steps to improve your posture and ergonomics at work.
• Moderate those foods that cause headaches in your diet.
• Ask your medical doctor about the side effects of any medications you’re taking and consider finding alternative treatment options that may help you reduce the frequency, severity, and impact headaches are having in your life.

Helping you both get to the root cause of your headaches and treating them is something we do every day.

Know that we’re here to help you find relief, naturally.

Just give us a call at (417) 598-0080 or schedule an appointment online.