Migraines seem to manifest out of nowhere and have a crippling effect, but many are related to common triggers you can avoid easily. While it can take some trial and error, familiarizing yourself with potential causes and working with a chiropractor can help you get your migraines under control. Here are some possible prompts to steer clear of.

Potential Causes of Migraines

1. Sleep

Getting too much or not enough sleep can trigger migraines because it disrupts the rapid eye movement (REM) sleep cycle. Also, when your body doesn’t produce enough serotonin and dopamine, it prevents you from achieving quality rest. If back pain and other issues impact your sleep, have a chiropractor perform spinal realignments to help you resolve discomfort.

2. Computer Screens

If you experience headaches at work, your computer screen is a likely cause. Long-term exposure, glare, and poor color balance can collectively cause eye strain and—as a result—migraines.

Give yourself plenty of rest by following the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet from you for 20 seconds. If poor posture causes you to hunch to view your screen, speak with a chiropractor about correcting it.

3. Dehydration

Many people find it challenging to hydrate throughout the day. The average adult requires at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water. When you don’t get enough, the brain shrinks, which can trigger a migraine as it pulls away from the skull. Set reminders on your phone to drink water, and purchase a reusable travel bottle to keep at your desk or in the car.

If you’re dealing with chronic discomfort, the team at Eastern Hills Chiropractic will help. Led by chiropractor Dr. Matthew Haumesser, this Cincinnati, OH, practice offers a wide scope of care. They can help you manage and resolve lower back pain, neck pain, and more with a combination of nutrition, chiropractic care, and massage therapy. Explore their full scope of services on their website and connect on Facebook for news and updates. Call (513) 528-2200 to schedule an appointment.