Why Do Children Get Headaches? Treatment at Mataro Chiropractic1
Our test is designed to identify the three possible causes of the headaches regarding his son: physical, chemical, or emotional problems.
Does your child often complain of headaches?
Headaches may be common, but they aren't normal. The problem with headaches in children, however, is that they can be more difficult to diagnose in terms of cause and effect. This is especially true for younger children, as they often lack the verbal skills or experience to effectively communicate what is wrong or how they are feeling.
Tension headaches
are the most common type of headache in children (as well as in adults) and generally account for about 75% of all childhood headaches. Tension headaches episodic occur several times a month, whereas tension headaches chronic They are much more frequent—occurring more than 15 times a month. Recent studies seem to point to a genetic link with these types of headaches, which no one previously thought existed. Triggers can include lack of sleep, stress at home or at school, or, to a lesser extent, cigarette smoke, skipping meals, poor nutrition, eye strain, and bright lights.
Migraine-like headaches,
Although less common, they also affect children, and if one parent suffers from migraines, their child is 50% more likely to experience them as well. In other words, for every 70% to 90% of all children with migraines, there is also a family history of migraine. Migraine triggers include foods such as chocolate and caffeine, lack of sleep, skipping meals, and—especially in women—hormonal changes.
Headaches Children's can also be caused by ear problems and chronic sinusitis, the onset of menstruation, vision problems, a sore throat, or a fever. While most parents look for products to relieve their child's pain, this approach can cause certain undesirable side effects and rebound effects—and may even trigger them.
There are many drug-free options for treating children's headaches. Naturally, we think that a chiropractic exam A thorough evaluation is the best way to start. We will conduct a comprehensive examination to identify the triggers and to identify and reduce any nerve interference in the upper spine that might be involved. Locating and Correcting a Vertebral Subluxation In our younger patients, it has often been successful in reducing the pain, frequency, and duration of headaches in a relatively short period of time.
A simple solution that's right at your fingertips—give us a call if your child is experiencing frequent headaches.
Marc Bony, DC Treatment in Mataró Chiropractic1
