Headaches can be frustrating and exhausting. They often interrupt work, disrupt sleep, and make everyday tasks feel harder. Because they show up in many different ways, chiropractic care offers gentle and effective support. It can help reduce tension, improve movement, and support your body’s natural recovery. At Triada Health Ottawa, we offer gentle, personalized chiropractic care for tension headaches, migraines, cervicogenic headaches (neck-related), TMJ-related headaches, and posture-related strain.
Why Headaches Happen
Headaches can start for many reasons. For example, your symptoms may be due to jaw tension, neck stiffness, posture strain, or stress. You may also notice headaches during busy weeks or long periods at a computer.
Common contributors include:
- Neck stiffness or reduced movement
- TMJ or jaw clenching
- Posture strain from screens or desk work
- Stress or muscle guarding
- Upper-back and rib tightness
- Previous injuries
- Sensory or nervous system overload
According to the Mayo Clinic, migraines often involve both neurological and musculoskeletal factors. As a result, these factors can influence how the neck and jaw respond to tension.
When we understand the cause, we can create a clearer and more effective treatment plan.
How Chiropractic Helps Headaches & Migraines
Chiropractic care focuses on the joints and muscles of your neck, jaw, and upper back. Because these areas often work together, improving one area can reduce strain in the others.
Your treatment may include:
- Gentle neck and upper-back mobilizations
- Soft-tissue release for neck, shoulder, and jaw muscles
- Posture and desk setup strategies
- Nervous system calming techniques
- TMJ-related support
- Optional low-force chiropractic adjustments
In addition, we explain each step so you feel comfortable throughout your appointment.
Types of Headaches We Commonly Treat
Tension Headaches
These often come from neck or shoulder tension. Because this tension builds gradually, gentle mobility and soft-tissue work can help ease symptoms.
Cervicogenic (Neck-Related) Headaches
These begin in the neck and move upward.
Learn more about Neck Pain Chiropractic
TMJ-Related Headaches
Jaw clenching, grinding, or muscle tension can create pain around the temples and forehead.
TMJ Chiropractic
TMJ Massage
Migraines
Migraines can have multiple triggers. Even so, improving neck and jaw mechanics often reduces overall strain.
Postural Headaches
Desk work, laptops, and phone use place extra load on the neck and shoulders. Small changes can make a significant difference.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
During your first visit, your chiropractor will:
- Listen to your symptoms and daily habits
- Assess your posture, neck, jaw, and upper-back movement
- Explain what may be contributing to your headaches
- Provide gentle, personalized treatment
- Offer simple home strategies (only when helpful)
Above all, our approach is supportive, calm, and focused on long-term relief.
Meet Our Chiropractors
Dr. Jessie Hsieh, Chiropractor
Gentle, family-focused care supporting headaches linked to posture, stress, pregnancy, or postpartum recovery.
Meet Dr. Jessie
Dr. Courteney Werner, Chiropractor
Movement-focused chiropractic care with training in Activator, CATS, Graston®, concussion management, and orthotics assessments.
Meet Dr. Courteney
Dr. Bell, Chiropractor
Provides diversified, Thompson, and Activator techniques with special interest in neck mechanics and cervical mobility.
Meet Dr. Bell
Related Services for Headaches & Migraines
Headache relief often improves with an integrated approach.
Book Chiropractic Care for Headaches or Migraines
If headaches or migraines are affecting your comfort or daily routine, our chiropractic team is here to help you move and feel better. Because every person is different, we create treatment plans that match your needs and pace.
Book your appointment today or contact us by email or call 613-695-1213 to learn which chiropractor is the best fit for your needs.