Not all headaches are identical to one another. They come with varying levels of pain, and can even affect different locations in your head. Being able to differentiate between the types of headaches you are suffering from is the first step in seeking out appropriate and effective treatment. When you visit Dr. Sophia Argeropoulos’s office, we will provide you with pain relief through various treatment methods for headaches. Our chiropractor in Setauket can let you know about the types of headaches you may suffer from, and what specific symptoms they bring. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, our office is temporarily closed. Please check our homepage for updates.

Migraine Headaches

Migraines are amongst the most painful headaches a patient can endure. Pain associated with this type of headache usually takes place on one side of the head and is described as pulsing or throbbing. If left untreated, migraines can last for anywhere between four to 72 hours. When you begin to experience the below symptoms, a migraine is the most likely culprit:

• Pain on one side of the head.
• A throbbing or pulsing pain.
• Feelings of nausea or vomiting.
• Sensitivity to light, noise, touch, and smell. 

Tension Headaches

If you suffer from tension headaches, you’re not alone, as they are the most common type. While migraines are felt on the sides of your head, tension headaches are felt more towards the top of your skull. Those who suffer from them regularly describe the pain that comes with tension headaches as feeling a tight band around their head.

Cluster Headaches

Cluster headaches are known for causing patients immense amounts of pain. They will strike quickly and often come without warning. Like migraines, the pain felt when experiencing cluster headaches takes place on one side of the head. However, cluster headaches also cause pain and pressure behind one of your eyes. If you face the below symptoms regularly, Dr. Sophia Argeropoulos, our chiropractor in Setauket, may be able to help:

• Excruciating pain behind one eye.
• Excessive tearing.
• Redness around the affected eye.
• Restlessness.
• Forehead or facial swelling on the affected side.  

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Sometimes, medication and other forms of traditional headache treatments are not enough to help combat the discomfort. If you fall into this category, chiropractic care could be the answer. Through the use of chiropractic adjustments, the frequency and severity of your symptoms can be limited. For more information about the different types of headaches, and how our chiropractor in Setauket will help you manage them, contact Dr. Sophia Argeropoulos’s office today!