Headaches & Migraines

There are different types of headaches that can be managed using a variety of naturopathic techniques, these include:

• Tension type headaches or stress headaches
• Cluster headaches
• Mixed headaches
• Migraines
• Sinus headaches
• Headaches related to hormones

It is important to assess all the factors which may be contributing to your headache, such as:

• Stress, lack of sleep, eating patterns, substance use
• Illness or infections
• Grinding teeth or TMJ
• Environmental toxins such as second hand smoke, scents, household chemicals, etc.
• Food allergens or sensitivities
• Noise, light, or weather changes
• Chronic disease such as high blood pressure
• Mental health concerns such as depression or anxiety

Using treatment methods such a botanicals, acupuncture, lifestyle counselling, and diet modification we can work together to reduce headache occurrences.