Chiropractic management of a patient with persistent headache

ObjectiveThe purpose of this case report is to describe chiropractic care of a patient with persistent headache treated using chiropractic manipulative therapy and adjunct treatments.Clinical featuresA 54-year-old multiparous woman had chronic debilitating headaches for 11 months. Previous care from a variety of specialties had brought no appreciable relief.Intervention and outcomeThe patient was managed with chiropractic manipulative therapy, injections, and electromagnetic therapy. Five treatments over 6 weeks brought resolution of the headaches.ConclusionThis patient with persistent headache responded favorably to a course of chiropractic and adjunctive care.