There are two ways to categorize headaches:

Primary Headaches are headaches which are not caused by other underlying medical conditions. More than 90% of headaches are primary.

Secondary Headaches result from other medical conditions, such as infection or increased pressure in the skull due to a tumor. These account for fewer than 10% of all headaches.

The 4 Primary Headache Types:

1. Tension Type

Tension–type headaches are by far the most common, affecting upwards of 75% of all headache sufferers. Nearly everyone has had a tension–type headache in their life.

Tension–type headaches usually involve a steady ache, rather than throbbing. Often described as a feeling of pressure or tightening, they may last minutes to days. They can affect both sides of the head, and do not worsen with routine physical activity. It may also be accompanied by hypersensitivity to light and noise, as well. Some people get tension–type headaches in response to stressful events. Tension–type headaches may also be chronic.

Tension headaches can be divided into three categories, according to how often they occur:

• Infrequent episodic — When it happens less than once per month
• Frequent episodic — When it occurs 1-14 times per month
• Chronic — When it happens 15 days or more in a month

2. Cervicogenic Headaches

Cervicogenic Headaches originate from disorders of the neck and are recognized as a referred pain in the head.  They are often precipitated by neck movement and/or sustained awkward head positioning, such as painting the ceiling or washing the floor. It is often accompanied by restricted range of motion, neck, shoulder, or arm pain.

3. Migraine Headaches

Migraine Headaches are less common than tension–type headaches. Nevertheless, migraines afflict 25 to 30 million people in the United States. As many as 6% of all men, and up to 18% of all women experience a migraine headache at some time.

Among the most distinguishing features is the potential disability accompanying the headache pain of a migraine. Migraines may last 4-72 hours and typically affect only one side of the head. Throbbing of moderate to severe intensity can also be present in migraines, and they are aggravated by routine physical activity.

Nausea, with or without vomiting, and/or sensitivity to light and sound often accompany migraines.   An “aura” may occur before head pain begins–– involving a disturbance in vision, and/or an experience of brightly colored or blinking lights in a pattern that moves across the field of vision. About one in five migraine sufferers experiences an aura.

Usually, migraine attacks are occasional, or sometimes as often as once or twice a week, but rarely occur daily.

4. Cluster Headaches

Cluster headaches are relatively rare, affecting about 1% of the population. They are distinct from migraine and tension–type headaches. Most cluster headache sufferers are male –– about 85%.

Cluster headaches come in groups or clusters lasting weeks or month. The pain is extremely severe but the attack is brief, lasting no more than a hour or two. The pain centers around one eye, and this eye may be inflamed and watery. There may also be nasal congestion on the affected side of the face. A history of heavy smoking and drinking is common, and alcohol often triggers attacks.

No matter what type of headache you suffer, relief is as close as Southern Shores. Dr. Casey Titus is the number one chiropractor on the Outer Banks, and has had vast experience in relieving the pain and headache of headaches! For more information, please visit our Outer Banks wellness blog.Similar Posts:

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Non-Surgical Decompression Treats Back Pain:

• Axiom experts report, “The system is designed to apply spinal decompressive forces to compressive and degenerative injuries of the spine. It has been found to provide relief of pain and symptoms associated with herniated discs, bulging or protruding intervertebral discs, degenerative disc disease, posterior facet syndrome, and sciatica.”
• This is a non-surgical method of treatment. Many people prefer to avoid sometimes unnecessary and painful surgeries by using this excellent alternative method of back pain relief.
• With treatments from the DRX9000, you won’t have to wait through a painful recovery period often associated with invasive back surgery.
• This technology is used by your Outer Banks chiropractor to provide a relaxing and tranquil method of pain relief.

Enjoy The Benefits Of Laser Therapy!!

Laser therapy is safe, effective, relaxing, and drug free. This non-invasive therapy controls inflammation and increases joint mobility, so you can get back to feeling like your former, active self again. We recommend chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks as your first effort to eliminate all types of ailments, including back pain, tendonitis, and even headaches and migraines. With high-quality chiropractic treatments, physiotherapy, and laser therapy, you will be increase your life quality and become pain free.

Contact Clearview Chiropractic Wellness Center Today:

1 Ocean Boulevard Suite #4
Southern Shores, NC 27949
888-408-9323Similar Posts:

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What Is Tendonitis?

Tendonitis occurs when a tendon becomes irritated or inflamed due to overuse or injury. Our tendons are the fibrous cords that attach muscles to bones, and the pain typically results around the affected joint area. Tendons play the middleman between our muscles and bones, providing the necessary drive for our movements. For example, if you have tendonitis in your shoulder, you will likely feel more pain when you try to move or rotate your arm. Common symptoms of tendonitis are pain (especially during movement of the joint area), swelling, and tenderness.

The Pain Relief Of Physiotherapy Is Priceless:

• Cryotherapy: Your Outer Banks chiropractor may use cold applications, which are used to decrease or eliminate symptoms of pain and inflammation.
• Ultrasound: Sound vibrations increase metabolic activity, increasing blood flow and relaxing muscles.
• Hydrocollator (Heat Packs): Increases blood flow, relaxes muscles, and encourages healing through the application of moist heat.
• Electrical Stimulation can also be used to reduce swelling and inflammation.
• Chiropractors often recommend rehabilitating exercises to regain muscle strength and flexibility.

Chiropractic Care For Mind, Body, & Soul

Chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks will relieve your symptoms, reduce the risk of further injury, and help you regain muscle strength to the affected area. Everyone enjoys the peace and relaxation they find during physiotherapy. Not only do these methods free your body of the pain caused by tendonitis, but you also get a chance to lie down, relax, and clear your mind while enjoying excellent chiropractic care. Whether you suffer from tendonitis, lower back pain, headaches, or a slipped disk, physiotherapy will help to free you from the pain.

Contact Clearview Chiropractic Today:

1-888-408-9323
1 Ocean Blvd. #4
Southern Shores, NC 27949Similar Posts:

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TMJ & Symptoms

TMJ is the joint connecting the lower jaw to the temporal bone of the skull. This joint allows you to chew, yawn, and talk. Symptoms of this disorder can be mild to severe, causing pain and discomfort in the joint and the surrounding area. This can leave you with headaches, difficulty chewing, and pain and discomfort in both the jaw and ears.

There are several possible causes of TMJ:

• An injury directly to your jaw
• Muscle stress or fatigue
• Arthritis
• Grinding of your teeth or frequent clenching of your jaw muscles
• Misalignment of the jaw

Chiropractic Treatments Can Help

Studies have shown that chiropractic care is highly effective in relieving the pain caused by TMJ. When there is a misalignment between the spine and nervous system, your body can develop numerous problems, including TMJ. At Clearview Chiropractic, we use massage and chiropractic adjustments to greatly reduce your pain and correct this disorder. This alternative healthcare solution corrects misalignments using the most professional and up to date methods in chiropractic care. If you are suffering from the symptoms of TMJ, or if you are having lower back pain problems, call or stop by to see how we can relieve the pain.Similar Posts:

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What is Whiplash?

Whiplash occurs when soft tissues in your neck, such as muscles, ligaments, and tendons, are injured as a result of an accident that caused your neck to go beyond its normal range of motion. The neck pain can be severe or minimal. In either case, if you are having neck pain, it is wise to seek chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks.

Watch for these symptoms:

• Minor or severe neck pain
• Limited movement of your neck (trouble looking left or right)
• Neck pain that extends into the shoulder
• Swelling or spasm of neck muscles
• Headache

What to expect from your chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks:

Clearview Chiropractic will begin by collecting your medical history and symptoms. Often, you will fill out a sheet describing your accident in detail, determining the impact the accident has had on your neck. Next, x-rays may be taken of your spine. If this is your first visit, these x-rays can also help to determine other problems, such as lower back pain.

Common Treatments for Whiplash

• Adjustment of spinal column
• Electric and heat therapy
• Massaging of neck area

Chiropractic treatments will work to reduce and eventually eliminate neck pain associated with whiplash. Expect to have 6-8 adjustments within your first two weeks of visiting. The amount of visits will decrease as your symptoms subside. Whether you suffer from headaches, lower back pain, or whiplash, be sure to consult Clearview Chiropractic.Similar Posts:

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If you have or suspect a slipped disk, it is important to seek Chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks before the condition worsens. A slipped disc is also commonly referred to as a herniated disc or a ruptured disc, and it can cause a significant amount of pain. Today we would like to discuss the causes and symptoms associated with this type of injury.

What is a herniated or slipped disc?

This condition occurs when the disc’s fibro cartilage, located between the spinal vertebrae, becomes ruptured.  In other words, this cushion between the spinal vertebrae is pushed outside of the protective area and spinal decompression occurs. This can affect the surrounding spinal nerves. As we get older these discs loose their elasticity, and we become far more prone to injury.

What are the symptoms of a herniated or slipped disc?

Depending on the location of the ruptured disc, you may experience different symptoms. Depending on the severity of the rupture, pain can vary from minor discomfort to extreme discomfort. Injury in the neck region will cause these sensations throughout your shoulders and arms, while the lower back region will affect your legs or cause lower back pain problems. Here are the main symptoms to watch for.

• Weakness in the muscles
• Tingling sensation or numbness (The “pins and needles” sensation you feel when a limb falls asleep)
• Pain and discomfort in arms or legs

Clearview Chiropractic can Help

Chiropractors commonly treat patients with a slipped disc. Chiropractic treatments on the Outer Banks are an effective solution to alleviate the pain associated with a slipped disc, as your chiropractor will be able to develop an effective pain relief treatment plan. This plan may include heat therapy or an exercise routine to further minimize the affects of the injury. The sooner you schedule a visit with us, the more likely you are to avoid further symptoms or injury, so please feel free to swing by our office or give us a call to see how we can help.Similar Posts:

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Chiropractic Treatment

Treatment by a chiropractor usually involves spinal manipulation or adjustment of the lower back. It may also include massage, hotpacks and electrical muscle stimulation. Don’t worry about how it sounds. Adjustment is gentle and there’s no jarring of the body.

The conventional medical approach for lower back pain is often to prescribe medication to reduce inflammation and pain killers. Although this can be quite effective in terms of aching and inflammation, medication is not actually treating the underlying issue.

With the chiropractic model, however, a patient’s history examined. If the patient has had prior tightness, spasms or pain, these are noted. As such, treatment might include adjustment, muscle release, exercises and stretching. Instead of using chemicals to treat the symptoms, chiropractors treat the structure and cause of the problem.

In lower back adjustment, the chiropractor will get you to lie on your side. One leg is placed over and in front of the other. The chiropractor will have you cross your arms and move your body in a certain direction to perform the adjustment. Sometimes there’s a sound or noticeable movement.

Chiropractic Exercises

Stretching exercises help to relieve lower back pain problems. Ensure that both sides of your body receive the same amount of stretching. Don’t go overboard as it will create more injury. Don’t jerk – gentle stretching is the key to chiropractic exercises and pain prevention.

Lower back pain is a common condition across the population. With some gentle chiropractic treatment in the Outer Banks, advice and light stretching exercises with Dr. Casey Titus, you can alleviate that annoying and often agonizing lower back pain. Getting to the underlying problem, rather than just treating the symptoms, is a priority of Outer Banks Chiropractic treatment at the Clearview Wellness Clinic.Similar Posts:

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Goodbye Dr. McGiffin, Hello Dr. Titus

The Clearview Wellness Clinic on the Southern Shores is under new management. With Dr. Casey Titus taking over from Dr. McGiffin, the Outer Banks chiropractic continues to prescribe and promote effective chiropractic treatment that prevents the need for debilitating surgery and/or medication.

Chiropractic involves working with the body’s natural ability to heal and regulate. One aspect concentrated upon is that of the body’s nervous system. As such, chiropractic looks at finding hindrances (often spinal bones) to the normal functioning of the body and works to reduce them. This way the body’s nervous system can perform at its full capacity.

Despite the new face, Dr. Casey continues to provide the same services offered by Dr. Craig, including those ailments related to: Headaches; Fibromyalgia; Arthritis; Car Accidents; Sports Injuries; Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; and, Lower Back Pain.

Whether you’re experiencing numbness, joint pain or a pinched nerve, Dr. Casey will work with you to provide the best solution possible. If necessary, she will refer you on to the most appropriate care provider.

Dr. Casey is looking forward to meeting all her valued clients and getting to know how she can help improve your overall wellbeing and achieve your healthcare goals.Similar Posts:

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How do chiropractors treat headaches and help prevent them from becoming an everyday event?

• Manipulation – Spinal adjustment and chiropractic manipulation are the primary tools for relieving your headache as it is occurring.  Tension headaches are caused by stress related muscle contraction.  By manipulating the muscles that are causing your headache, the source of pain is relieved and your headache will soon be over.  Adjustments help with headaches caused by incorrect posture, which is discussed below.
• Posture and Exercise – To help prevent your headache from becoming a recurring problem, your chiropractor can give you advice for good posture and help you set up an exercise program.  Proper posture is key to preventing headaches, and exercise will strengthen the areas of your body where stress forms, primarily in the neck and back.
• Nutrition – Many foods and beverages are known to be migraine headache “triggers”.  Alcohol and caffeine are well known triggers, but many other substances can also trigger migraines.  Your chiropractor can help you discover what effects your dining choices have on your headaches.  Some foods help prevent headaches from starting, and your chiropractor can help you decide which of these foods will best fit your lifestyle.

If headaches are affecting your life, call Dr. Casey Titus of Clearview Chiropractic.  Dr. Titus is your chiropractor for the Outer Banks and can treat your headaches and help prevent them from reoccurring.  Call Dr. Casey Titus for help with your headaches or for any of your chiropractic needs.Similar Posts:

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Golfer’s Elbow can be caused by a variety of different activities, not just golf.  Repetitive motion, perhaps from exercise or work, is the primary cause of Golfer’s Elbow.  These actions cause inflammation in the soft tissue, a form of tendinitis similar to Tennis Elbow.

The pain from Golfer’s Elbow is on the inside of the elbow, versus on the outside with Tennis Elbow.  It can be difficult to correctly identify where the pain is centered, but your chiropractor can ask you some questions concerning your pain and daily activities to quickly find which injury you are suffering from.

The symptoms of Golfer’s Elbow may include:

• Pain when flexing the wrist.
• Pain when lifting with the affected arm.
• Pain when holding or grabbing objects.
• Difficulty extending the arm.

Golfer’s Elbow can last for as little as a few weeks or as long as many years.  Prompt treatment is essential for dealing with Golfer’s Elbow, as it can have a major impact on your life.

Treatment for Golfer’s Elbow can include rest, chiropractic massage, and stretching and exercise tailored to your problem.  Your chiropractor will examine you and learn about your lifestyle to generate a treatment program that is best for you.

Your chiropractor will also work with you to prevent Golfer’s Elbow from returning.  Understanding the cause of your problem and finding ways to work (or play) around it will allow you to work (or play) in the future with lessened risk of Golfer’s Elbow returning.

If you are suffering from elbow pain, contact your chiropractor immediately.  Golfer’s Elbow can be treated safely and quickly if you deal with it in timely manner.

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