Common Condition

Migraine in Melbourne

Chiropractors help manage migraines through upper cervical adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, and lifestyle modifications to reduce trigger frequency and pain intensity.

449 practitioners Melbourne, VIC

Chiropractors Who Treat Migraine

Dr Nathan Jenner
Open Saturday Athletes & Sports
Prahran VIC 3181, VIC
5.0
16 reviews
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Open Saturday Athletes & Sports Back Pain +9 more
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Karma Health
Open Saturday Health Fund Rebates
Ringwood VIC 3134, VIC
5.0
14 reviews
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Open Saturday Health Fund Rebates HICAPS On-Site +2 more
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Innate Wisdom
Open Saturday Low-Force / Gentle
Caulfield South VIC 3162, VIC
5.0
11 reviews
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Open Saturday Low-Force / Gentle
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Dr. Joe Bonanno
Open Saturday Athletes & Sports
Sunshine VIC 3020, VIC
5.0
2 reviews
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Open Saturday Athletes & Sports Back Pain +6 more
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Align Chiropractic
Activator Method Athletes & Sports
South Melbourne VIC 3205, VIC
5.0
41 reviews
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Activator Method Athletes & Sports Back Pain +21 more
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Penny Seuren
Open Saturday Female Practitioner
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, VIC
5.0
1 reviews
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Open Saturday Female Practitioner
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Your Chiro
Back Pain Health Fund Rebates
Ascot Vale VIC 3032, VIC
5.0
35 reviews
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Back Pain Health Fund Rebates Neck Pain +7 more
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Pando Society
Sports Injury Open Saturday
Elwood VIC 3184, VIC
5.0
192 reviews
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Sports Injury Open Saturday Open Sunday +4 more
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Aligned Health
Open Saturday Athletes & Sports
Box Hill VIC 3128, VIC
5.0
24 reviews
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Open Saturday Athletes & Sports Back Pain +15 more
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Posture Patterns
Posture Correction Open Saturday
Melbourne VIC 3000, VIC
5.0
222 reviews
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Posture Correction Open Saturday Open Sunday +6 more
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Sportspinal Health
Sports Injury Spinal Decompression
Hawthorn VIC 3122, VIC
5.0
39 reviews
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Sports Injury Spinal Decompression Allied Health Services +1 more
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Indah Health
Sports Injury Open Saturday
Frankston VIC 3199, VIC
5.0
13 reviews
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Sports Injury Open Saturday Myotherapy +4 more
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Spino Concept
Open Saturday Posture Correction
Blackburn VIC 3130, VIC
5.0
6 reviews
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Open Saturday Posture Correction Scoliosis +1 more
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MEDICUS
Allied Health Services Acupuncture
Balwyn North VIC 3104, VIC
5.0
3 reviews
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Allied Health Services Acupuncture Back Pain +4 more
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Dr Tony Briggs
Open Saturday Athletes & Sports
Highett VIC 3190, VIC
5.0
11 reviews
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Open Saturday Athletes & Sports Cold Laser Therapy +3 more
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Dr Chris Webster
Pregnancy & Prenatal Back Pain
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, VIC
5.0
7 reviews
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Back Pain Family-Friendly +5 more
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Athletic Spine
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Brunswick VIC 3056, VIC
5.0
20 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Back Pain +2 more
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Align HQ
Arthritis Back Pain
Somerville VIC 3912, VIC
5.0
5 reviews
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Arthritis Back Pain Early Morning +6 more
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Flex Spinal
Spinal Decompression Open Saturday
Glen Iris VIC 3146, VIC
5.0
13 reviews
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Spinal Decompression Open Saturday
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Dr David Bagas
Open Saturday Activator Method
Templestowe Lower VIC 3107, VIC
5.0
2 reviews
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Open Saturday Activator Method Applied Kinesiology +19 more
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Melbourne Sports & Spinal
Allied Health Services Athletes & Sports
Blackburn South VIC 3130, VIC
5.0
11 reviews
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Allied Health Services Athletes & Sports Health Fund Rebates +11 more
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Move Well Health
Back Pain Family-Friendly
Albert Park VIC 3206, VIC
4.9
44 reviews
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Back Pain Family-Friendly Health Fund Rebates +9 more
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Brunswick Health
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Brunswick West VIC 3055, VIC
4.9
388 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Acupuncture +8 more
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Back Into Health
Acupuncture Family-Friendly
Blackburn North VIC 3130, VIC
4.9
64 reviews
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Acupuncture Family-Friendly Headache & Migraine +17 more
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Diskin Life
Open Sunday Athletes & Sports
Fitzroy VIC 3065, VIC
4.9
271 reviews
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Open Sunday Athletes & Sports Back Pain +8 more
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Kirsh Chiropractic
Back Pain Headache & Migraine
Blackburn VIC 3130, VIC
4.9
100 reviews
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Back Pain Headache & Migraine Health Fund Rebates +8 more
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Think Chiropractic
Back Pain Headache & Migraine
Hampton Park VIC 3976, VIC
4.8
137 reviews
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Back Pain Headache & Migraine Health Fund Rebates +15 more
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Reclaim Health
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Carlton North VIC 3054, VIC
4.8
133 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Back Pain +11 more
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City Health
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Melbourne VIC 3000, VIC
4.7
66 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Acupuncture +20 more
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Bayswater Health
Cold Laser Therapy Cupping Therapy
Bayswater VIC 3153, VIC
4.5
2 reviews
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Cold Laser Therapy Cupping Therapy Dry Needling +8 more
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Dr Anna Kubicki
Female Practitioner Activator Method
Burwood East VIC 3151, VIC
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Female Practitioner Activator Method Acupuncture +14 more
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Chirocentre
Early Morning Family-Friendly
Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, VIC
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Early Morning Family-Friendly Health Fund Rebates +6 more
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About Migraine

Migraines affect approximately three million Australians and are characterised by intense, throbbing headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. While migraines have a complex neurological basis, research has shown that cervical spine dysfunction and muscular tension can act as significant triggers. Chiropractic care offers a drug-free approach to reducing migraine frequency and severity by addressing these musculoskeletal contributing factors.

A chiropractic assessment for migraines will include a detailed history of your headache patterns, triggers, and associated symptoms, along with a physical examination of the cervical spine, thoracic spine, and surrounding musculature. Treatment typically involves gentle upper cervical adjustments, soft-tissue therapy, myofascial release, and postural correction. A randomised controlled trial published in the European Journal of Neurology found that chiropractic spinal manipulation reduced migraine days and medication use compared to a control group.

Your chiropractor may also recommend lifestyle modifications including stress management strategies, dietary adjustments to avoid known triggers, regular sleep hygiene practices, and appropriate hydration. For patients who experience migraines with aura, it is important to discuss your symptoms thoroughly with your chiropractor and GP to ensure a comprehensive management plan. Chiropractic care works well as a complementary approach alongside medical management, and many migraine sufferers find that regular adjustments allow them to reduce their reliance on preventive and acute medications over time.

Migraine FAQs

Can chiropractic care reduce migraine frequency?

Yes. Clinical studies have shown that chiropractic spinal manipulation can reduce the number of migraine days per month. Many patients experience a 50 percent or greater reduction in migraine frequency after a course of chiropractic treatment combined with lifestyle modifications.

Is chiropractic a replacement for migraine medication?

Chiropractic care is best viewed as a complementary approach. Some patients are able to reduce their medication use under the guidance of their GP, while others use chiropractic alongside medication for optimal results. Your chiropractor will work with your medical team to ensure coordinated care.

What triggers do chiropractors look for with migraines?

Chiropractors assess musculoskeletal triggers including cervical joint restriction, muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, poor posture, and jaw dysfunction. They also consider lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep patterns, hydration, and dietary triggers to develop a holistic management plan.