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Headaches and Migraines

Headache and Migraine Treatment in Torrance, Newport Beach, and San Pedro

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Headaches and migraines bring more than just occasional discomfort; they are a major health concern affecting millions. In fact, one out of every six Americans experiences migraine and severe headaches. These debilitating headaches cause severe pain and disrupt daily life. 

At Zaker Chiropractic, we’ve helped countless patients in Torrance, San Pedro, and Newport Beach find relief from headache pain and migraine pain. Whether you’re dealing with tension headaches, migraines, or cluster headaches, we can create personalized treatment plans to bring you lasting pain relief. 

Experience reliable headache and migraine treatment in Torrance, San Pedro, and Newport Beach today!

Common Causes of Headaches and Migraines

Headaches and migraines stem from various factors, making it difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. At Zaker Chiropractic, we focus on the root causes to provide lasting relief. Here are some of the most common triggers. 

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  • Stress and Muscle Tension: Stress can cause tightness in the neck and shoulder muscles, creating pressure that radiates to the head. This tension can also irritate the trigeminal nerve, a key player in migraine pain. 
  • Postural Issues: Poor posture, especially from prolonged sitting or screen time, can strain the muscles and joints in your neck and upper back. This strain often leads to headache pain as the misalignment puts pressure on the nerves and blood vessels that supply the head.
  • Spinal Misalignments: Misalignments in the spine, particularly in the cervical (neck) region, can disrupt nerve and blood vessel functions. This disruption can trigger primary headaches, including migraines and cluster headaches, and secondary headaches. 
  • Lifestyle Triggers: Certain lifestyle choices can trigger headaches and migraines. Common dietary triggers include alcohol and caffeine. Additionally, irregular sleep patterns—too much or too little—can lead to headaches. 

Our Approach to Headache and Migraine Relief 

For effective headache treatment in Torrance, San Pedro, and Newport Beach, we start by deepening our understanding of your specific needs. Our patient-first philosophy ensures that each treatment is tailored to help you achieve lasting relief and improved quality of life.

Dedication to Patient-Centered Care

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Your health and well-being are our top priorities. From your first visit, we take the time to understand your concerns, medical history, and health goals. We strive to provide compassionate care, whether you're struggling with migraine headaches, tension headaches, or cluster headaches.

Personalized Treatment Plans

No two patients are alike, so we go the extra mile by creating customized treatment plans. After a thorough physical exam and evaluation, we develop a plan that may include chiropractic care, lifestyle modifications, and other treatment options to reduce your headache's frequency and severity. 

Specialized Techniques and Methods

We use advanced, evidence-based techniques to provide lasting relief for headache pain and migraine pain. This includes advanced spinal adjustments designed to relieve pressure on nerves and improve blood flow and integrative acupuncture methods that target specific points related to headache relief.

Ongoing Care and Support

Our commitment to your health doesn’t end after your initial treatment. We provide ongoing care and support, from follow-up appointments and lifestyle recommendations to preventive medications if needed. We also educate patients on lifestyle changes, such as improving posture, managing stress, and identifying triggers, to help them maintain a headache-free life.

Types of Headaches and Migraines We Treat

We understand that headaches and migraines can vary significantly in type and severity. We tailor our treatment to your needs, allowing us to address your specific type of headache. Here are some common types of headaches we treat.

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  • Tension Headaches: Tension headaches are common, often caused by stress, poor posture, or muscle tension in the neck and shoulders. Symptoms typically include a dull pain that feels like a tight band around the head. 
  • Migraine Headaches: Migraines are more than severe headaches—they're a complex neurological condition that can cause throbbing pain, nausea, and sensitivity to sounds and bright lights. Triggers can include stress and certain foods and medications. 
  • Cluster Headaches: Cluster headaches are intense, recurring headaches occurring in cyclical patterns or clusters. They cause severe pain around one eye or temple and can last for weeks or months. While the exact cause is unknown, they may be linked to the trigeminal nerve. 
  • Secondary Headaches: These headaches are caused by underlying health conditions, such as sinus infections, injuries, or issues with the brain or blood vessels. These headaches often require a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause. 
  • Cervicogenic Headaches: A type of secondary headache, cervicogenic headaches stem from neck issues, such as spinal misalignments, muscle tension, or joint problems. The pain often radiates from the neck to the back of the head and temples.

We also treat less common types of secondary headaches, including those caused by medication overuse, high blood pressure, dehydration, and neurological conditions.

Headache and Migraine Treatment Options We Offer

Zaker Chiropractic proudly provides compassionate, holistic, patient-centered headache and migraine treatment in Torrance, San Pedro, and Newport Beach. Whether you’re dealing with occasional discomfort or chronic, debilitating headaches, we offer various treatment options tailored to your specific needs and health goals.

Chiropractic Adjustments

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Our chiropractic adjustments restore proper spinal alignment and pressure on the nerves and blood vessels. This reduces tension in the neck and shoulders, alleviates headache pain, and improves overall spinal health. Each adjustment is tailored to your unique condition, ensuring a gentle yet effective treatment. 

Spinal Decompression 

Spinal decompression involves carefully stretching the spine to release pressure on compressed discs and nerves. This noninvasive therapy improves spinal alignment, reduces nerve irritation, and alleviates pain. It can be integrated with other treatment options to cater to your specific needs, providing relief without surgery or medication.

Massage Therapy 

Massage therapy focuses on relaxing tense muscles, improving circulation, and reducing stress. By targeting areas of tension in the neck and shoulders, this therapy helps reduce the frequency of tension headaches and promotes overall relaxation. Our massage therapists will monitor your response to the therapy, adjust the pressure, and focus on specific areas for a personalized experience.

Pain Management 

Our pain management services provide immediate and long-term relief from headache pain and migraine pain. We help reduce pain and improve function by combining manual therapies, medications, and other pain management modalities. We offer personalized treatment that addresses the cause of your pain and provides lasting relief. 

Postural Correction 

Postural correction addresses poor posture, a common cause of headaches and neck pain. We help reduce strain on the nerves and muscles through targeted exercises and ergonomic advice, improve spinal alignment, and prevent future headaches. Our team also provides personalized guidance tailored to your daily habits, needs, and preferences.

Nutrition Counseling

Dietary triggers contribute to headaches and migraines. Addressing those can help reduce the frequency and severity of your headaches. Our personalized nutrition counseling ensures a practical and effective approach that will suit your lifestyle and health goals. 

Lifestyle Advice 

We provide personalized strategies and recommendations for lifestyle changes supporting long-term headache and migraine relief. From managing stress and improving sleep to avoiding triggers, we offer practical, actionable advice to help you take control of your health and well-being. 

Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Headaches and Migraines

Noninvasive And Drug-Free Solution

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Chiropractic care offers a natural alternative to surgeries and medications. This approach is ideal for patients seeking a safe way to manage their symptoms. We use gentle spinal adjustments and other techniques to alleviate headache pain and migraine pain without relying on drugs or invasive procedures.

Long-Term Relief from Frequent Headaches or Migraines 

Chiropractic care can address the causes of your headaches or migraines. Whether it’s spinal misalignments, muscle tension, or nerve irritation, our treatments provide long-term relief by restoring proper function to your nerves, blood vessels, and spine. This reduces the frequency and severity of your headaches, helping you enjoy a more pain-free life.

Improved Overall Spinal Health and Posture

Chiropractic care doesn't just target headaches—it improves your overall spinal health. Better spinal health means fewer headaches and improved mobility. By correcting misalignments and easing nerve pressure, we help restore proper posture and alleviate neck and shoulder strain. 

Reduced Need for Pain Medications 

Many patients find that chiropractic care reduces reliance on pain medications. Our treatments provide lasting relief without the use and side effects of medicines by directly addressing the causes of headache pain and migraine pain. This is especially beneficial for those who prefer a natural health management approach. 

Enhanced Quality Of Life

Chronic headaches and migraines can affect your physical and emotional well-being. Chiropractic care helps you regain control of your health with fewer headaches, better posture, and improved spinal health. Experience a significant boost in your overall quality of life with reduced pain and improved ability to enjoy daily activities.

What to Expect During Your First Visit

We begin with a detailed consultation, during which we listen to your concerns. Our headache doctor in Torrance, San Pedro, or Newport Beach will ask about your medical history, your headache or migraine's frequency and severity, and any triggers you've noticed. This will help us understand your condition and how it's affecting your life. 

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Next, we’ll perform a thorough physical exam to assess your spinal alignment, posture, and any areas of tension or discomfort. This may include checking the mobility of your neck and shoulders. We may also require imaging tests such as X-rays.

We'll provide a precise diagnosis based on the consultation and physical exam. Whether you're dealing with tension headaches, migraine headaches, cluster headaches, or secondary headaches, we'll explain the root cause of your pain and how to treat it.

Finally, we'll create a customized treatment plan catering to your specific needs. It may include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, massage therapy, lifestyle modifications, or other treatment options to relieve and improve your overall health. You can rest assured our approach is noninvasive, gentle, and focuses on your comfort. 

Find Lasting Relief for Headache and Migraine Today

A life free from debilitating headaches and migraines awaits. Zaker Chiropractic offers effective, personalized headache and migraine treatment in Torrance, San Pedro, and Newport Beach. Our professional, noninvasive, personalized care ensures you receive the specific care you need to address the root cause of your headaches and migraines. 

End the throbbing pain from headaches and migraines—book an appointment today if you’re looking for headache and migraine treatment near me in Torrance, San Pedro, or Newport Beach!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a chiropractor help with headaches and migraines?

Yes, chiropractors can help manage headaches and migraines. They can address the root causes of headaches and migraines, such as spinal misalignments, muscle tension, and nerve irritation. We can lessen the headache's frequency and severity through gentle adjustments and personalized care, providing long-lasting relief. 

How often should you go to a chiropractor for headaches? 

How often you should visit a chiropractor depends on your specific condition and needs. /Some patients experience relief after a few sessions, while others need regular visits. During your initial consultation, we'll create a treatment plan aligned with your goals and needs. 

Is headache treatment safe for all ages?

Absolutely! Chiropractic care is a safe, noninvasive option for patients of all ages, from children to seniors. Our gentle techniques are adjusted to suit your age, health condition, and comfort level, ensuring that the headache treatment plan is appropriate and safe for each individual's specific needs.

Can chiropractic care prevent migraines? 

Yes, chiropractic care can prevent migraines by addressing underlying issues like spinal misalignments, muscle tension, and nerve irritation. Regular chiropractic visits, lifestyle modifications, and preventive strategies can lessen migraine frequency and severity.

What happens if I don’t treat my chronic headaches or migraines? 

Untreated chronic headaches or migraines can worsen over time, leading to increased pain, reduced quality of life, and potential complications like medication overuse. Seeking professional care can help you address the root cause and prevent long-term impacts on your health and well-being.

Do I need a referral to start treatment?

No, you don't need a referral to start chiropractic care for headaches or migraines. Schedule your appointment today, and our team will guide you through the process, from your initial consultation to your customized treatment plan. 

Is chiropractic care covered by insurance for headaches and migraines? 

Many insurance plans cover chiropractic care for headaches and migraines. Check with your provider to confirm your benefits. Our team is also happy to assist you in understanding your coverage and making the process as seamless as possible.

How do I schedule a consultation for headache and migraine treatment? 

It’s easy! Book your appointment on our website or call our office to speak with a team member. We'll help you find a convenient time to start your journey toward lasting relief from headache and migraine pain. 

Meet the Team: Expert in Headache and Migraine Treatment

Dr. Misa Zaker

Dr. Misa Zaker is a South Bay resident and a proud graduate of UCLA. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. He has since become a trusted expert in comprehensive chiropractic care, including Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA). Certified in Nerve Conduction Velocity and MUA, Dr. Zaker specializes in sports rehabilitation and has helped countless athletes—from UFC professionals to marathon runners—recover their strength and flexibility without surgery.

Dr. Zaker is passionate about changing the perception of chiropractic care, offering innovative solutions for headache and migraine treatment in Torrance. Whether you’re an athlete or seeking relief from chronic pain, Dr. Zaker’s expertise and compassionate approach ensure you’re in good hands. 

Dr. Nick O’Connor

Dr. Nick O'Connor, a proud Orange County resident, graduated from California State University, Fullerton. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Sciences. Specializing in physical rehabilitation exercises and multifaceted chiropractic care, Dr. O'Connor is certified in OWCP/DOL guidelines and has extensive experience navigating the federal worker compensation system. 

Dr. O’Connor has worked with many patients, including athletes and workers recovering from injuries. He aims to help you regain your strength, flexibility, and quality of life—without pain. With a friendly and approachable demeanor, Dr. O’Connor is committed to providing care that’s as unique as you are.

Dr. Sam Vazin, D.C. and Acupuncture

Dr. Sam Vazin is a trilingual chiropractor fluent in English, Spanish, and Farsi. A Life Chiropractic College West graduate, he specializes in techniques like Diversified, Gonstead, Drop Table, Activator, and Active Release Technique (ART). Born and raised in Southern California, Dr. Vazin brings a holistic approach to chiropractic care, combining his expertise with a passion for helping patients achieve optimal wellness.

Dr. Vazin enjoys playing the piano and staying active when not in the office. His warm, caring nature and dedication to exceptional care make him a favorite among patients seeking relief from headache and migraine pain. 

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2583 E Pacific Coast Hwy, 
Torrance, CA 90505
424-235-1562
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4700 Von Karman Ave #1000,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
949-734-4454
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29050 S Western Ave Ste 152, 
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
310-831-0003
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