Headaches

Headaches disrupt work, sleep, and daily quality of life. Most people seeking headache relief in San Rafael have tried the typical solutions—resting in dark rooms, pain relievers, or prescription medication. These approaches may temporarily reduce symptoms, but fail to address the underlying cause of recurring headaches.

A frequently overlooked factor is the relationship between the neck, the skull, and the nervous system. The top two vertebrae in the neck—the atlas and axis—support the skull and protect the brainstem, a critical communication center for the body. The bones of the skull actually move in a subtle pattern that circulates fluid around the brain. Misalignments or tension in these regions, lower in the neck or jaw can create interference with normal nerve signaling and blood and cerebrospinal fluid flow. This is the cause of most chronic headaches and migraines.

Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) is a specialized chiropractic method designed to normalize the relationship between the spine, cranium and the nervous system they protect. Balance between the sacrum at the base of the spine and the occiput (the base of the skull) is achieved through gentle adjusting and positioning. By adding cranial and TMJ treatment, SOT relieves tension in and around the brain making those nasty headaches go away.

If you are searching for long-term natural headache relief in San Rafael, Dr. Smith using Sacro-Occipital Technique may be your solution.