Headache Treatment
— Starting With What's Causing Them
If you've been managing recurring headaches with medication for years without getting ahead of them, there may be a structural reason they keep coming back — and it may start in your cervical spine.
If Your Headaches Come With Neck Pain, That Connection Matters
Patients who experience neck stiffness, upper shoulder tension, or restricted range of motion alongside their headaches often have a single cervical source driving both. Addressing the neck frequently resolves the headaches along with the pain — because the cause of both is the same.
If that pattern sounds familiar, the neck pain page covers the cervical spine conditions most commonly linked to headaches and how they're treated at Renew.
You've Managed Them Long Enough
Patients who come to Renew for headache care have usually been managing them for years. They've tried medication, they've tracked triggers, they've adjusted their lifestyle around something that never fully resolved. That level of exhaustion is real, and it's also a signal: if the current approach were working, the headaches would be less frequent, not a permanent feature of daily life.
Chiropractic care doesn't eliminate headaches for every patient. For patients whose headaches have a cervical or postural origin, it addresses the mechanism behind them in a way that medication alone does not. That is a meaningful difference for people who are tired of managing rather than resolving.
A Note on Adjustments and Acute Headache Pain
If you're worried about having your neck adjusted while your head is already hurting, that concern is worth addressing directly. At Renew, no adjustment is performed through acute headache pain without a full evaluation first. Dr. Cody explains every step of care before it happens. Nothing proceeds without your understanding and your agreement.
The first visit is a conversation and an evaluation — not a predetermined treatment plan applied before anyone has looked at your actual case.
The Connection Between Your Neck and Your Headaches
Most people don't associate headaches with the spine. But a significant portion of recurring headaches — particularly tension headaches and a category called cervicogenic headaches — originate from misalignment, restricted joint movement, or muscle tension in the cervical spine. When the neck is under sustained structural stress, the nerves and muscles connected to it refer pain upward into the head.
Medication interrupts the pain signal. It doesn't change what's generating it. For headaches with a cervical origin, that's the difference between managing a symptom and addressing a cause.
Which Headache Types Respond to Chiropractic Care
Not every headache is a chiropractic case. Here is an accurate breakdown of where chiropractic is most effective — and where it isn't.
Tension headaches —
The most common type; driven by sustained cervical and upper back muscle tension, often linked to desk posture, screen time, and stress-related muscle guarding. Chiropractic adjustment and soft tissue work address the cervical mechanics producing the tension.
Cervicogenic headaches —
Headaches that originate directly from the cervical spine. Pain typically begins at the base of the skull and radiates forward. These respond consistently to cervical adjustment because the source is structural.
Migraines with cervical involvement —
Some migraines are triggered or worsened by cervical tension and nerve irritation. Chiropractic care can reduce the frequency and severity of these by addressing the cervical component. It is not a treatment for all migraines — neurologically-driven migraines without postural or cervical involvement require a different clinical pathway.
If your headache pattern doesn't fit a chiropractic-appropriate profile, Dr. Cody will tell you that plainly at the first visit. That's the point of the evaluation.
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What services does Dr. John Jung offer?
Dr. Jung’s clinic offers chiropractic care, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, functional medicine, autoimmune-focused support, concussion treatment, chronic pain treatment, and performance-focused care including body hacking and brain chemistry support. Many people choose the clinic because these options can be coordinated together instead of handled in separate offices. If you’re unsure where to start, the first step is choosing the primary concern you want to improve. From there, the plan can be organized around what matters most first.
Do you provide acupuncture and chiropractic at the same clinic?
Yes—both chiropractic care and acupuncture are available in the same Barrington clinic. This makes it easier to build a coordinated plan without bouncing between providers. Some patients use both approaches during the same phase of care, while others begin with one and add the other as needed. The goal is to match therapies to your symptoms and response, not force a one-size approach.
Can you help if I’m not sure what treatment I need?
Yes—many patients start out uncertain, especially when symptoms are complex or have lasted a long time. A clear starting point is usually your main limiting problem (pain, flare cycles, brain fog, dizziness, fatigue, etc.). From there, care can be structured to test what helps and refine based on real changes you notice. You’ll leave with a plan that feels organized and doable, not a list of random options.
Do you treat concussions and post-concussion symptoms?
Yes—concussion treatment is one of the clinic’s focused services, including support for symptoms like headaches, dizziness, brain fog, sleep disruption, and sensitivity to light or noise. Many people seek care when rest alone hasn’t resolved the problem or when symptoms keep returning with activity. The approach is designed to support daily function and steady improvement, based on how your nervous system is responding. If you’re dealing with lingering symptoms, it’s worth exploring options that go beyond waiting it out.
Do you offer virtual or online consultations?
Yes—online consultations are available for patients who need guidance from home or who live outside the Barrington area. Virtual visits can be helpful for care planning, follow-ups, and functional medicine-focused support. If you’re local, you can combine in-person care with online check-ins for flexibility. The goal is to make it easier to stay consistent, even with a full schedule or travel limitations.
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Headache Questions from Newark Patients
Can a chiropractor help with headaches in Newark, Ohio?
Yes, for headaches with a cervical or postural origin. Tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches — which originate from cervical spine misalignment and muscle tension — respond well to chiropractic adjustment. Dr. Cody evaluates the cervical spine on the first visit to determine whether your headache pattern fits that profile.
Can chiropractic help migraines?
It depends on the migraine. Migraines with a cervical component — triggered or worsened by neck tension and nerve irritation — often respond to chiropractic care. Neurologically-driven migraines without postural or cervical involvement require a different clinical pathway. The first visit identifies which category applies to your situation.
What is a cervicogenic headache and can chiropractic treat it?
A cervicogenic headache originates from the cervical spine — typically beginning at the base of the skull and radiating forward. It is one of the headache types most consistently responsive to chiropractic adjustment because the source is structural, not chemical.
Is it safe to get a chiropractic adjustment when I have a headache?
At Renew, no adjustment is performed through acute headache pain without a full evaluation first. Dr. Cody assesses your presentation before any treatment is considered, explains every step of care, and proceeds only with your agreement.
I've had tension headaches for years. Is chiropractic worth trying?
Tension headaches are among the most consistently chiropractic-responsive headache types because they're driven by cervical and upper back muscle tension — a mechanical problem with a mechanical solution. If your headaches have been present for years without resolving, a cervical evaluation is a reasonable next step before continuing indefinite symptom management.
Ready to Find Out if Your Headaches Have a Structural Cause?
New patients can call (740) 670-0890 or complete the online intake form before their first visit. If chiropractic isn't the right fit for your headache type, Dr. Cody will tell you that at the evaluation — and point you in the right direction.
