Posted by Dr. Karl R.O.S. Johnson, DC on Wed, Sep 25, 2013
Close to 15% of the global population will experience migraines at some time or another. Despite decades of empirical and anecdotal evidence, studies and research, the exact causes of migraines are still unknown. Sufferers, or migrainers, are advised to avoid migraine triggers; those that are well documented. Other research suggests links between environment, genetics, diet, and hypothyroidism. Associated conditions and symptoms with one or all of the above include depression, anxiety and recurring/constant neck pain.
If you are a migrainer and also experience high blood pressure, frequent neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome and depression, these may/may not have a direct relationship to your migraines, but they may still qualify as comorbid conditions. Comorbid conditions typically present at the same time, whether by default or after a series of internal triggers. Indeed, decreased livelihood and social activity owed to migraines may exacerbate depression, and both can adversely affect even healthy thyroids or vice versa. Physical discomfort, particularly neck pain, is a symptom of all of the above.
Migrainers will encounter one of two main types of migraine: With aura and without aura. Both are formerly known as classic migraine and common migraine respectively and are distinguished from other headaches by persistent throbbing on one side of the head that worsens with movement of the body. What distinguishes the two? Aura migraines are denoted by distinct sensory disturbances occurring anywhere from two to 24 hours before and during a migraine. Disturbances, like partial blindness and/or visual distortions, occasionally persist during the initial aura migraine phase.
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