Pregnancy and headaches

Pregnancy and headaches

It is not uncommon for the pregnant woman to suffer from headaches or migraines.  Studies show that around 40% and 50% of pregnant women suffer from headaches and migraines respectively.   Unfortunately, research also show that postpartum these headaches can continue. The most common headaches during pregnancy are tension headaches, cervicogenic headaches, cluster headaches and migraines.  Luckily, chiropractors are trained to assess, diagnose, and treat headaches and migraines.  Evidence proves that chiropractic care can help decrease the intensity and frequency of headaches.     

The presentation or symptoms of the headache depend on the type of headache that you have.  Tension headaches often present as a band, affecting both sides of the head.  Cervicogenic headaches relate to the neck, but present with symptoms on one side in the head and face.  Cluster headaches tend to affect an eye and one side of the head, while migraines are associated with nausea, and light with one sided throbbing. 

Regardless of the type of headache, a common factor is that headaches typically are associated with neck or shoulder tenderness or pain and stress.  Chiropractic care is a proven, all-natural treatment for the neck, shoulder and stress; therefore, helping alleviate headaches at its very core. 

Chiropractors are trained professionals proficient in treating the neck and shoulder via manual adjustments, soft tissue work, physiotherapy, stretches and exercises.  Chiropractors also help improve the ever-changing posture of the pregnant and postpartum women, which has lasting effects in keeping neck, shoulder pain and headaches at bay since posture is directly affected by ones neck and shoulders.  Amazingly, most individuals with headaches often comment that receiving chiropractic treatment acts as a light switch: once treatment is received, the headache switches off.  

Stress is a common factor in all headaches including migraines.  Pregnancy is a stressful and taxing time both chemically, emotionally and physically.  It is no wonder that many headaches and migraines increase with each trimester.  Chiropractic treatment is a direct answer to reducing stress and thereby reducing headaches and migraines.  With each chiropractic treatment comes a release of seratonin or “happy chemicals”.  There simply is no place for stress cells to exist in such a space.  Chiropractic treatment also aids in promoting the parasympathetic nervous system of the body over the sympathetic nervous system.  The parasympathetic nervous system restores and keeps the body in a calm and relaxed state.  Thus, combating both tension in the head and shoulder muscles while reducing chemical stress throughout the body.  

Chiropractic care is a fundamental necessity for combating headaches especially in the pregnant woman.  Your Dorsi Spinal Institute Chiropractor will be able discuss your headache and migraine concerns along with providing other lifestyle recommendations to keep your stress levels down.  Types of exercise, foods and supplements, as well as how to improve sleep conditions during this time can be addressed.    

 

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The role of nutrition during preconception and pregnancy

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Key Takeaways

• Infertility occurs in 5-10% of couples and it is accepted that one third is due to female causes, one third male causes and one third combined causes2,3
• Subfertility is similar to infertility, however, with subfertility there is no specific reason why a pregnancy cannot occur and therefore optimising health has the potential to allow a successful pregnancy
• Factors which can affect both male and female fertility include: stress, irregular sleep patterns, smoking, alcohol consumption, environmental toxins, caffeine and recreational drugs such as marijuana and food sensitivities (including non-coeliac gluten sensitivity)
• Interruption to hormonal control, which affects the ability to produce adequate sperm, ovulate or maintain pregnancy, can be influenced by a number of factors, including adrenal and thyroid function, gut and liver health, mitochondrial function and oxidative stress
• Preconception is an important time, during which both prospective parents can prepare their bodies by ensuring good nutrition to assist fertility and conception. An anti-inflammatory diet is associated with optimal fertility (lots of vegetables, healthy fats, low in sugar and inflammatory fats)
• Specific nutrients to support female fertility and pregnancy include: essential fatty acids, antioxidants, B vitamins and vitamin D and trace minerals. The government recommends vitamin D and folate are taken for three months pre-conceptually. We would recommend an all-round good quality multivitamin and mineral that includes folate and vitamin D, plus other nutrients and that has been formulated specifically for pregnancy.

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Relevant Cytoplan products

Pregna-Plan – A comprehensive multivitamin and mineral suitable for preconception, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Two tablets contain the full range of B vitamins including 400ug; methylfolate, (folic acid) essential for nerve and cognitive development and for the prevention of spina bifida.

Omega 3 Vegan – An omega-3 supplement isolated from algae providing a higher ratio of DHA to EPA than that of fish oils. DHA is an important fatty acid for cognitive and visual development.

Acidophilus Plus – A live bacteria supplement containing 8 strains of bacteria as well as 35mg of fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS), in capsule form.

Vitamin D3 – 62.5ug (2500IU) and also as drops which can be added to water, 2 drops = 5ug (200IU)

Methylfolate (400ug) – Folate in the active form as methylfolate. In specific cases where there is a high risk of neural tube defects the G.P. may recommend additional methylfolate

Phytoshield – Phytonutrient and antioxidant supplement containing a variety of flavonoids and carotenoids. Can be used in the preconception period

Cyto-Renew– Phytonutrient and antioxidant complex including CoQ10 and alpha lipoic acid. Can be used in the preconception period.

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Rather than treating everyone the same, our goal is to find the cause of your problems and really understand WHY they have happened. Your treatment plan will be unique to you. The hands-on treatment you receive will be provided by the Chiropractor or Osteopath and a qualified sports therapist. The Chiropractor or Osteopath will take overall responsibility for your care and provide any recommendations plus the spinal manipulation component of your care. Your sports therapist will work on the soft tissues by providing deep tissue massage, traction or stretching and will take care of your rehabilitation: your homework (if necessary.)

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Our team consists of Chiropractors, Osteopaths & Sports Therapists, all trained in the Dorsi Method. A combination of techniques that took lead Chiropractor Dr Matthew ABJ Potts over two decades to develop.
Even our support staff are trained therapists so that you are heard and understood by every member of our team, whether you are booking an appointment, being shown exercises or receiving treatment

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“After a series of sports injuries I am comfortably doing sports again.

Fantastic! Thank You Dr Matt”

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“The Dorsi Method and philosophy has improved my overall health and well-being considerably since attending the practice. Not only through chiropractic care but learning new life skills…”

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“Since starting care at the Dorsi Spinal Institute I have found far better mental clarity, and can now handle stress better. Headaches are rare and I have significantly more energy”

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