Migraines and headaches, London osteopathy treatment at Home or at our Practices in Moorgate Monument EC3, Belgravia Westminster SW1 or Clapham SW4. Pain Relief for Migraines and Headaches with our London specialist

Osteopath in London Specialised in the Treatment of Severe Migraines and Headaches

Migraines are a form of headache and located either on the left or right side of the brain. The throbbing pain can often be accompanied with vomiting and nausea and sensitivity to noise and light. They may appear sporadically but can last from a few hours up to three days. The condition can be debilitating and greatly affect quality of life; however, osteopathy treatment can prevent attacks and relieve pain for sufferers.

By using different techniques to promote blood circulation as cranial osteopathy or tension release, our osteopaths in London have a great success rate. Our osteopaths are trained to the highest standard and with many years’ experience. They provide a gentle and caring yet professional approach to all patients, and ensure that they are using the latest and most effective methods so that your recovery is fast and safe.

We are covered by health insurance companies and recognised by Axa ppp (Bupa doesn’t cover osteopathy)

For London migraines osteopathy treatment call : 0207 125 0262 / 07824 553 765

Migraine and Headache Osteopathy Treatment and Pain Relief at home or at our practices in Moorgate Monument EC3, Belgravia Westminster SW1 or Clapham SW4

London Home Visit Physiotherapy offers treatment at your home, so you don’t need to worry about travelling to appointments. Should you prefer to visit us at one of our practices, they are located at the Light Centre Belgravia SW1 in Westminster, near Victoria station, the Light Centre Monument EC3 between London Bridge and Bank stations and our practice in Clapham SW4 between Clapham South and Clapham Common stations.

More information about osteopathy treatment in London and pain relief for severe migraines and headaches

How can osteopathy help me for migraines and headaches?

Osteopathy treatment will promote blood circulation in the brain, joints and internal organs using specific manipulations and techniques which will drain and regulate problematic tensions, both relieving pain during the migraine and helping to prevent future attacks. Your osteopath will focus on reharmonizing the three diaphragms (cranial, thoracic, pelvic) to normalize tensions. They will assess and treat the coccyx, sacrum and internal organs, especially the stomach and uterus which are often in lesion. It will be necessary to drain the intracranial sinuses to optimise blood circulation too. The primary function of the osteopathic treatment is to restore functionality by improving blood cir

What are the causes and triggers of migraines and headaches?

Migraines are caused by vascular disorders within the skull and neurological issues such as face parathesias, visual disturbances or difficulties concentrating. The primary causes of these vascular and neurological disorders are complex but may include head injuries, car accidents that resulted in whiplash, cervical trauma, such as sprains and fractures, a fall landing on the coccyx or difficult birth deliveries that may have impacted the pelvic area.

Although reasons are complex, making it difficult to single one cause out, common triggers for migraines include:

• Hormonal (2/3 of women experience migraines related to their menstrual cycle)
• Psychological (stress, anxiety, exhaustion)
• Dietary (alcohol, hypoglycaemia, fasting, fats, chocolate, irregular meals)
• Traumas (head trauma, fall landing on the coccyx, whiplash)
• Behavioural (lack of sleep, unhealthy lifestyle)

What are the symptoms of severe migraines and headaches?

The headache will be located either on the left or right side of the brain. A throbbing pain is often accompanied with digestive issues, such as vomiting and nausea, sensitivity to noise and light, as well as neurological issues such as blurred vision and acute facial sensitivity. Migraines can appear sporadically and last for a few hours up to three days.

Article by James Turgis Chartered Physiotherapist