Headache Relief in Davis, CA
Headaches can be sneaky. Sometimes they show up as dull pressure behind the eyes, other times as tension that creeps up from your neck and settles at the base of your skull. Maybe they hit like clockwork in the afternoon—or maybe they stop you in your tracks with throbbing pain. Whatever your experience, we know how disruptive headaches can be, and we’re here to help.
At Scriven Chiropractic, we take a whole-body approach to headache relief—because most headaches don’t start in your head. They’re often a sign that something else in your body is off balance.
Types of Headaches We Work With
We help patients with a variety of headache patterns, including:
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Tension headaches (often linked to stress, poor posture, or muscle tension)
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Cervicogenic headaches (originating from the neck)
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Migraine-like symptoms (often triggered by nervous system sensitivity, neck issues, or lifestyle factors)
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Referred pain from the upper back or jaw
The first step is figuring out where your headaches are really coming from. Then, we use hands-on care to calm your nervous system, reduce muscular tension, and help your body move and function the way it’s meant to.
How We Help with Headaches
Headaches often come from a combination of tension, restricted movement, and nervous system overload. Here’s how we help:
Targeted Chiropractic Adjustments
When joints in your neck or upper back aren’t moving well, it can lead to muscle tension and nerve irritation—both of which can trigger headaches. Gentle, precise adjustments help restore normal motion and calm those irritated pathways.
Flexion-Distraction & Decompression
These techniques help relieve pressure and improve mobility in the cervical spine (your neck), which can ease referred pain and reduce headache frequency.
Cupping & Scraping
Headaches often come with tight muscles across the upper back, neck, and even the jaw. Cupping and scraping techniques help release those areas and improve blood flow, making it easier for your body to reset and heal.
Nervous System Support
Many people don’t realize how connected headaches are to the nervous system. Gentle chiropractic care helps regulate stress responses and bring your body back into a more balanced, restful state.
Your First Visit
We’ll start by going over your health history, headache patterns, and how your body is moving. From there, we’ll build a care plan focused on lasting relief—not just temporary symptom management.
There’s no pressure to commit to a long treatment plan or make big changes overnight. Our goal is to help you feel better in a way that makes sense for your life.
You Deserve Fewer Headaches—and More Good Days
If headaches are getting in the way of your work, sleep, or daily routine, let’s figure out what’s causing them and start addressing it together. We're here to help you feel like yourself again.