Common Condition

Migraine in Sydney

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

499 practitioners Sydney, NSW

Chiropractors Who Treat Migraine

The Good Movement
Allied Health Services Sports Injury
Concord NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
78 reviews
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Allied Health Services Sports Injury Open Saturday +2 more
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Posture Pain Correction
Posture Correction Allied Health Services
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
5.0
91 reviews
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Posture Correction Allied Health Services Open Saturday +10 more
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Clinic 27
Back Pain Carpal Tunnel
Sydney NSW 2000, NSW
5.0
211 reviews
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Back Pain Carpal Tunnel Headache & Migraine +6 more
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The Posture Room
Posture Correction Back Pain
Darlinghurst NSW 2010, NSW
5.0
5 reviews
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Posture Correction Back Pain Diversified Technique +11 more
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Medisport Clinic
Sports Injury Allied Health Services
Concord NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
134 reviews
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Sports Injury Allied Health Services Open Saturday +2 more
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MVP Health Randwick
Acupuncture Allied Health Services
Randwick NSW 2031, NSW
5.0
138 reviews
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Acupuncture Allied Health Services Athletes & Sports +13 more
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Neo U Fit
Sports Injury Open Saturday
West Ryde NSW 2114, NSW
5.0
33 reviews
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Sports Injury Open Saturday Open Sunday
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Spirit Chiropractic
Open Saturday Diversified Technique
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
5.0
17 reviews
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Open Saturday Diversified Technique Early Morning +3 more
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Organic Mind Body
Headache & Migraine Pediatric / Children
Manly NSW 2095, NSW
5.0
10 reviews
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Headache & Migraine Pediatric / Children Pregnancy & Prenatal
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Triumph Health
Back Pain Family-Friendly
Bankstown NSW 2200, NSW
5.0
37 reviews
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Back Pain Family-Friendly Health Fund Rebates +3 more
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Bondi Chiro
Open Saturday Back Pain
Bondi Beach NSW 2026, NSW
5.0
21 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Family-Friendly +1 more
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Kai Chiropractic
Activator Method Back Pain
Sydney NSW 2000, NSW
5.0
46 reviews
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Activator Method Back Pain Diversified Technique +8 more
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Pontey John
Open Saturday Remedial Massage
Mortdale NSW 2223, NSW
5.0
3 reviews
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Open Saturday Remedial Massage
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NS Chiropractic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
North Strathfield NSW 2137, NSW
5.0
22 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Early Morning +2 more
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TLC Wellness Care
Cupping Therapy Diversified Technique
Norwest NSW 2153, NSW
5.0
4 reviews
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Cupping Therapy Diversified Technique Dry Needling +2 more
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KIRO PLUS
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Bondi Junction NSW 2022, NSW
5.0
45 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Back Pain +8 more
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Studio Chiro
Open Saturday Diversified Technique
Neutral Bay NSW 2089, NSW
5.0
17 reviews
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Open Saturday Diversified Technique
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Align Your Health
Family-Friendly Pediatric / Children
Hornsby NSW 2077, NSW
5.0
2 reviews
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Family-Friendly Pediatric / Children Pregnancy & Prenatal
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Ruttle Corey
Open Saturday Back Pain
Moorebank NSW 2170, NSW
5.0
1 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Family-Friendly +2 more
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Spinal Symmetry
Spinal Decompression Open Saturday
Dee Why NSW 2099, NSW
5.0
22 reviews
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Spinal Decompression Open Saturday Family-Friendly +1 more
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Alison Griffiths
Open Saturday Female Practitioner
Campbelltown NSW 2560, NSW
5.0
2 reviews
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Open Saturday Female Practitioner Family-Friendly
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pH Clinic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Balgowlah NSW 2093, NSW
4.9
171 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Kinesiology +1 more
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Bay Chiropractic
Open Saturday Acupuncture
Neutral Bay NSW 2089, NSW
4.9
41 reviews
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Open Saturday Acupuncture Athletes & Sports +9 more
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Hampden Health
Open Saturday Multi-Practitioner Clinic
Wahroonga NSW 2076, NSW
4.9
63 reviews
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Open Saturday Multi-Practitioner Clinic
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Spine Focus
Open Saturday Back Pain
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
4.9
192 reviews
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Open Saturday Back Pain Dry Needling +2 more
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TLC Hornsby
Athletes & Sports Back Pain
Hornsby NSW 2077, NSW
4.8
88 reviews
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Athletes & Sports Back Pain Disc Injury +20 more
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Spinal & Sports Care
Sports Injury Spinal Decompression
Parramatta NSW 2150, NSW
4.8
56 reviews
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Sports Injury Spinal Decompression Allied Health Services +9 more
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Peak Health Centre
Allied Health Services Sports Injury
Green Valley NSW 2168, NSW
4.8
87 reviews
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Allied Health Services Sports Injury Open Saturday +4 more
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Spectrum Healthcare
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
North Ryde NSW 2113, NSW
4.8
109 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Athletes & Sports +11 more
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Chiro Centre
Open Saturday Arthritis
North Sydney NSW 2060, NSW
4.7
13 reviews
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Open Saturday Arthritis Back Pain +11 more
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Bondi Doctors
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Bondi Beach NSW 2026, NSW
4.7
1053 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Open Sunday +2 more
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Norwest Wellness
Open Saturday Activator Method
Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, NSW
4.7
32 reviews
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Open Saturday Activator Method Applied Kinesiology +7 more
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Brain Hub
Allied Health Services Open Saturday
Gladesville NSW 2111, NSW
4.6
18 reviews
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Allied Health Services Open Saturday Headache & Migraine +1 more
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Hills Spinal Health
Applied Kinesiology Athletes & Sports
Castle Hill NSW 2154, NSW
4.6
50 reviews
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Applied Kinesiology Athletes & Sports Back Pain +13 more
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Neurotronics
Allied Health Services Back Pain
Randwick NSW 2031, NSW
3.0
2 reviews
Allied Health Services Back Pain Neck Pain
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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.