You know the feeling: the band of pressure that builds by late afternoon, the throb behind your eyes, or the migraine that wipes out a whole day and leaves you hiding from the bright Florida sun. Maybe you've tried keeping a log, cutting caffeine, or another bottle of pain reliever, and you're still looking for answers.

Headaches are very common. Feeling like you've run out of options doesn't have to be.

What's going on?

Headaches have many possible contributors, and often more than one is at play. Some we commonly look at:

  • Neck and upper-back tension or stiffness (some headaches start in the neck)
  • Posture, screen time, and jaw clenching
  • Stress and sleep
  • Food, hydration, and other lifestyle triggers
  • Nervous system factors, including how your brain processes light, motion, and balance, especially relevant for migraines and post-concussion symptoms

Our job is to help sort out which factors apply to you.

How we help at Gilmore Chiropractic

Your plan may include:

  • Chiropractic adjustments for the neck and upper back
  • Functional neurology with Dr. Matthews, a nervous-system-focused approach that may be especially relevant if your headaches come with dizziness, light sensitivity, or a history of concussion
  • Acupuncture with Dr. Funk
  • Massage therapy to help ease muscle tension and support recovery
  • Shockwave therapy when soft-tissue irritation may be involved
  • Soft tissue work and relaxation techniques
  • Nutrition guidance to help identify possible dietary triggers

We'll work alongside your medical providers. If anything in your history or exam suggests you need further medical evaluation, we'll say so.

What to expect at your first visit

  1. Your headache story: frequency, location, triggers, and what you've tried. A headache diary helps if you have one.
  2. An exam of your neck, posture, and nervous system, including balance and eye-movement checks when appropriate.
  3. A clear explanation of what may be contributing.
  4. A plan with in-office care plus simple daily changes to try.

Take back your afternoons

If headaches are stealing time from your life, let's start looking for answers together.

Call us at 772-466-9575 or book online at gilmore-chiro.com (Schedule An Appointment). We're at 800 Virginia Ave, Suite 45, Fort Pierce.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9–1 and 3–6 · Thursday: by appointment · Saturday & Sunday: closed

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Call 911 or seek emergency care for a sudden, severe "worst headache of your life," a headache with fever and stiff neck, confusion, weakness, vision loss, trouble speaking, or a headache after a head injury.

This page is for general education and isn't a substitute for a personal exam or medical advice. Individual results vary.

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