Things you have never heard before: What are they?

 

People often ask “What do I do specifically for a vestibular migraine?” or “What can I do to help my hemiplegic migraines?” and the answers are fairly similar because regardless of what general type of migraine you have, they stem from the same place. 

Migraines are a type of headache that affects millions of people worldwide. They are characterized by a severe headache, often accompanied by light sensitivity, sound sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting. Migraines can be debilitating and can greatly impact a person's quality of life. In many cases, migraines are caused by a condition called central sensitization. Understanding the connection between central sensitization and migraines can help people better understand their symptoms and available treatments.

Central sensitization is when the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord, becomes sensitized to stimuli. This sensitivity leads to an increased perception of pain, even from stimuli that would normally be considered harmless. Central sensitization is believed to be caused by changes in the way the central nervous system processes pain signals.

Migraines are thought to be a result of central sensitization in many cases. People with central sensitization may experience migraines as a result of the increased sensitivity to stimuli. The increased sensitivity can cause the brain to respond more strongly to stimuli, leading to the symptoms of a migraine.

While central sensitization may contribute to migraines, each person's unique experiences and factors must be taken into account. Contributors to headache and migraine sensitization can range from neck and jaw joint issues to sleep disruptions, stress and anxiety, hormonal imbalances, sedentary lifestyles, and poor diet and gut health.

Our team recognizes the importance of understanding and addressing these individual factors in creating a personalized treatment plan. Our plans may involve hands-on therapy, rehabilitation exercises, posture and ergonomic advice, sleep and pillow recommendations, lifestyle changes, stress management techniques, and trigger identification and elimination, ensuring the best and fastest results possible.

If you are sick of your headaches and migraines and would like to find a new pathway, one unburdened by pain, call us today on (03) 9486 7543 to book an appointment with one of our practitioners.