Sinus Pain and Pressure? Chiropractic Can Help!

What is Sinusitis?

Sinusitis is inflammation of the sinuses, the hollow cavities in your skull. If fluid blocks the sinuses it can lead to infections that can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. You can get sinusitis from allergies or the common cold, among other things.

Sinusitis is most common in people between the ages of 18 and 45. You can get acute sinusitis or have sinus issues that are more chronic. Chronic sinus conditions can be painful for people to handle, but your chiropractor may just be able to help you find some relief.

Why Do You Have Sinus Headaches?

So, why do you experience sinus headaches? You experience sinus headaches when there is mucus that clogs the sinuses in your facial structure. You have a series of air pockets in your facial bones, and they are designed to filter the air before it reaches your internal organs, such as your lungs. The filtration system is the mucus you see draining from your nose when you get sick.

If your sinuses are not draining properly, you can develop sinus headaches. That is because clogged sinuses can increase the pressure behind your face, causing you to experience headaches. Sometimes, they get clogged because of an anatomical issue. In other cases, your sinuses simply get overloaded because you have developed a cold or experienced a flare of your seasonal allergies.

How Can a Chiropractor Help You?

If you develop sinus headaches, it is important for you to get plenty of rest and eat a healthy diet. You should also reach out to a chiropractor who can evaluate your sinus headaches and see where they are coming from.

For example, there might be an issue with the structure of your facial bones, and your chiropractor may be able to fix the issue using a cranial adjustment. Keep in mind that your vertebrae are connected to you neck and face, so your chiropractor may be able to adjust the vertebrae in your spine to help you improve your sinus drainage, too.

Furthermore, your sinuses are controlled by your central nervous system. Your central nervous system controls your respiratory system, which in turn control your sinuses. Your chiropractor may be able to use adjustments that can help you improve the flow of signals between your central nervous system and your sinuses.