Dr. Kwang Lee Wellness Center · Glendale, CA
Headache & Migraine Relief in Glendale, CA: Chiropractic & Acupuncture
Many headaches start in the neck and upper shoulders, and migraines often become more frequent when the neck is stiff and stress is high. Dr. Kwang Lee, D.C., L.Ac., treats the neck, releases trigger points and uses acupuncture, which research supports for reducing headache and migraine frequency.
Problems we see every week
- Headache that begins at the base of the skull
- Pressure or band-like pain around the head
- Migraine with light or sound sensitivity
- Headaches after long computer work
- Jaw clenching and temple pain
- Taking pain relievers several days a week
What treatment involves
- Examination of the upper neck joints, muscles and jaw that refer pain to the head
- Gentle upper-cervical adjustment or mobilization
- Acupuncture and electro-acupuncture for headache frequency and intensity
- Trigger-point release in the neck and shoulders
- Posture, screen, sleep and hydration changes you can keep
Treatments we use for this problem
- Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture & CuppingBack, neck, joint, nerve and myofascial pain · Headache and migraine frequency · Stress, tension and poor sleep
- Chiropractic AdjustmentAcute and chronic back pain, neck pain and sciatica · Tension and neck-related headaches · Radiating pain into the arms or legs
- Manual Therapy & Sports MedicineMuscle strains and sports injuries · Scar tissue and adhesions after injury · Tight, overworked muscles and fascia
- Class 4 Cold Laser (Photobiomodulation)Ligament sprains and muscle strains · Tendonitis and bursitis, including tennis elbow · Neck, lower back and knee pain
See a doctor or emergency room first if you have
- The worst headache of your life, or one that starts like a thunderclap
- Headache with fever, stiff neck, confusion or rash
- New headache after a head injury
- Headache with weakness, numbness, vision loss or trouble speaking
Questions patients ask
Does acupuncture really help migraines?
Clinical guidelines list acupuncture as an option for migraine prevention, with studies showing fewer headache days for many patients over a course of treatment.
Is neck adjustment safe for headache patients?
After screening, gentle cervical techniques are used and adapted to you. Dr. Lee explains the approach before treating.
Should I stop my migraine medication?
No. Keep working with your prescribing doctor. Our care aims to reduce how often you need it.
Can I be treated in Korean?
Yes. Dr. Lee sees patients in Korean and English.