Headaches and Migraines

Struggling with recurring headaches or debilitating migraines?

At Connecticut’s Best Acupuncture in Newington, we help people reduce both the intensity and frequency of their symptoms—naturally and effectively. Many of our patients come to us after trying prescription medications, over-the-counter painkillers, and other therapies without lasting relief.

What Causes Headaches and Migraines?

Headaches and migraines can stem from a wide range of factors:

• Muscle tension, especially in the neck and shoulders
• Hormonal shifts (common in women before periods)
• Irregular sleep or disrupted circadian rhythms
• Long screen time or poor posture
• Food triggers like caffeine, wine, or processed foods
• Sensory overload, dehydration, or changes in weather

Migraines often involve neurological hypersensitivity, inflammation of blood vessels, and imbalances in pain-regulating chemicals in the brain—especially serotonin.

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How Acupuncture Works for Headaches

Acupuncture offers a research-backed, drug-free option to reduce headaches and migraines by:

• Stimulating the nervous system to release natural pain-relieving chemicals (like endorphins and serotonin)
• Reducing inflammation and improving circulation
• Easing tight muscles in the neck, jaw, and shoulders
• Lowering stress-related tension that can contribute to flare-ups
• Helping regulate hormonal cycles and sleep patterns

🧠 A 2020 meta-analysis published in Neurology found that acupuncture significantly reduces both the frequency and severity of migraines—and performs as well as or better than many preventive medications, without side effects.

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What to Expect During Treatment

Every patient begins with a personalized consultation. We’ll identify your specific headache patterns, triggers, and contributing factors. Based on that, your care may include:

• Precision-placed acupuncture needles to target relevant nerve pathways
• Gentle muscle release techniques for tension-related headaches
• Guided relaxation techniques to improve nervous system regulation
• Adjunct therapies like cupping or gentle electrical stimulation (if appropriate)
• Lifestyle guidance to address posture, hydration, sleep, and diet

Patients often report:

• Fewer headache days per month
• Shorter episodes with less intensity
• Less reliance on daily medications
• Better focus, energy, and sleep quality

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Who We Help

We regularly work with individuals suffering from:

• Tension headaches
• Migraine with or without aura
• Occular Migraine
• Hormonal or menstrual migraines
• Post-concussion headaches
• Sinus-related pressure headaches
• Cluster headaches
• Rebound (medication-overuse) headaches

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Ready for Fewer Headaches and Better Days?

If your headaches or migraines are affecting your daily life, your work, or your ability to enjoy time with others, we’re here to help. Many of our patients wish they had come in sooner.

📍 Located in Newington and serving Hartford County and Central Connecticut.