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"The full package. This man has fixed more things with me than I realized were broken. I was “working myself to death”, when I first came here. He took me from a very bad state of health to being very energetic, active, and eliminated my anxiety. He has given me back my life!" -Shawn
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"Michel Brosseau is an extremely knowlegeable and very competent chiropractor. Éliane the assistant/ receptionist is very welcoming and very accomodating. My husband and I have been patients at McLeod Street Chiropractic for a few hears now and we are very pleased with Michel Brosseau’s treatments and ongoing maintenance ." -Leonie
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"Dr Brosseau is kind and professional. He did a thorough assessment of me and sent me for x-rays. X-ray showed that I need surgery. Thus Dr Brosseau doesn't recommend Chiropractic treatment but that I should speak to my family doctor regarding my chronic problem. I appreciate Dr Brosseau giving me his honest professional opinion." -Michael
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"I've been a patient of Dr. Brosseau's for a bit over a year and I'm so greatful. He has treated the osteoarthritis in my neck along with other spinal and hip alignment issues. It's been fantastic! I have recommended him to members of my family and they've had excellent results too. I go to him regularly now to keep everything in-line and working fine!" -Jennie
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"Dr. Brosseau patiently took a digital scan and physical assessment and clearly defined the strategy for treatment. It was agreed that I would receive an adjustment that day and walked out of there feeling better. I returned weekly for subsequent visits. Dr Brosseau is very professional and extremely knowledgeable in many areas of care." -Shawn
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"Went in for a work injury and Dr. Brosseau gave me an adjustment and put my rib back in place. He had me fixed in one visit. Best chiropractic experience. His receptionist Ashley is professional and absolutely lovely." -Eva
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"Dr Brosseau cares about his patients and has helped me with many issues." -Shayne
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"Dr. Brosseau and Ashley (receptionist) are both very professional, and personable. You are greeted with smiles and friendly conversation each visit. Dr. B makes you feel very comfortable with his knowledge-base, taking time to answer questions as they present. While also keeping you on your toes, by laughing (or shaking your head with a smirk) at his quirky jokes." -Tammy-lynn
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"Friendly staff. If you have any kind of pain, the doctor will do his best to help relieve it. I’ve only had one adjustment and I feel the results already!!!" - Miss. Doll
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"He is honest, dedicated, knowledgeable and professional with a witty sense of humor that brightens every visit. The receptionist is also very friendly and personable and the office has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. I drive all the way out from Chelmsford twice a week for my visits and it is definitely worth it!" -Susanne
Headaches and migraines can affect your focus, mood, energy, sleep, work, and ability to enjoy your day — but they are not something you should just have to live with.
Nearly 4.5 million Canadians experience headache pain each year, with more than 12% suffering from chronic headaches for 15 days or more each month. At McLeod Street Chiropractic, we recognize how disruptive headaches and migraines can be, and we focus on helping patients better understand what may be contributing to the problem so care can be more targeted, thoughtful, and effective.
Headache and migraine patterns are often grouped by how long symptoms last, how often they return, and how much they disrupt daily life.
Sudden symptoms that may last a few days to a few weeks.
Persistent symptoms that continue for several weeks and may need closer attention.
Ongoing or recurring symptoms that alter daily life and may last beyond 12 weeks.
The nature of headaches and migraines can vary. Understanding the pattern can help guide a better evaluation and a more focused care plan.
Tension Headaches: The most common form, often described as a dull, aching sensation across the forehead or around the back of the head and neck.
Migraines: Often more intense and disruptive, migraines may involve throbbing pain, sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, and difficulty functioning normally.
Cluster Headaches: Painful headaches that can occur in groups or cycles, often felt around or behind one eye.
Sinus Headaches: Often confused with migraines, these may involve pressure around the cheeks, eyes, and forehead.
Medication Overuse Headaches: Headaches that may develop when frequent medication use contributes to recurring or rebound symptoms.
Dr. Michael Brosseau can help identify what may be contributing to your headache pain and recommend a care plan designed around your symptoms, posture, neck movement, stress patterns, lifestyle factors, and what your body actually needs.
Daily habits, stress patterns, food choices, sleep, and activity levels can all influence how often headaches or migraines show up.
Common lifestyle triggers may include:
Muscle tension, joint restriction, and poor movement patterns can all contribute to headaches, migraines, and pressure through the head, neck, and shoulders.
When the neck, jaw, shoulders, or upper back are not moving well, the surrounding muscles often work harder than they should. Over time, that tension can build into head pain, stiffness, and recurring flare-ups.
Common muscular and joint factors may include:
Healthy blood flow and nerve communication matter because your brain, neck, muscles, and tissues all rely on steady circulation and clear signals to function well.
When circulation is reduced, nerves are irritated, or muscles stay tense for too long, headache and migraine symptoms can become more frequent, more intense, or harder to calm down.
Key factors to pay attention to include:
Your environment can quietly load stress onto your nervous system, eyes, neck, and shoulders — and that can contribute to headache and migraine flare-ups.
Common environmental triggers to watch for include:
Some headaches are connected to underlying medical conditions, infections, inflammation, hormone changes, nerve irritation, or other health concerns.
When headaches feel new, unusual, severe, or different from your normal pattern, it is important to take them seriously and get the right evaluation.
Medical factors that may contribute to headaches or migraine-like symptoms can include:
Experiencing the following symptoms can indicate that it’s time to seek professional help:
At McLeod Street Chiropractic, we believe people deserve to be healthy and live their best life.
Headaches and migraines can be influenced by many different factors — from stress and posture to hormones, sleep, lifestyle, and nervous system irritation. The goal is to better understand what may be driving your symptoms so your care can focus on what your body actually needs.
Biological sex influences headaches and migraines, with women being more prone due to hormonal fluctuations, especially during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause, increasing migraine frequency.
Genetic predisposition plays a significant role in headaches and migraines, making individuals more likely to experience them if there is a family history of these conditions.
High stress can trigger tension headaches and migraines by causing muscle tension, hormone imbalances, and increased sensitivity to pain, leading to more frequent episodes.
Poor ergonomic setups, such as improper desk or chair positioning, can cause muscle strain in the neck and shoulders, leading to tension headaches and increased migraine risk.
Inconsistent sleep patterns disrupt the body's natural rhythms, leading to increased stress and fatigue, which can trigger both tension headaches and migraines.
Dehydration and a poor diet can lead to imbalances in electrolytes and blood sugar, triggering headaches and migraines by causing fatigue, muscle cramps, and brain fog.
Get answers. Ease the pressure. Start feeling clear again.
If headaches, migraines, neck tension, or pressure keep disrupting your day, it may be time to look deeper and understand what your body actually needs.
Seek immediate medical consultation if you experience any of the following warning signs.
New Headaches After Age 50: Headaches that first develop later in life can sometimes point to a more serious underlying health concern.
A Change In Pattern: A major, sudden, or unusual change in the frequency, location, intensity, or pattern of your headaches should not be ignored.
Severe Or Escalating Pain: Head pain that is unusually severe, comes on suddenly, feels like the worst headache you have had, or escalates quickly.
Symptoms With Head Pain: Headaches accompanied by nausea, dizziness, visual changes, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light and sound.
Pain Triggered By Movement: Head pain that increases with routine actions like coughing, bending, straining, exertion, or sudden movement.
Neurological Changes: Confusion, decreased alertness, memory issues, slurred speech, weakness, numbness, seizures, personality changes, fever, or stiff neck.
Eye Pain Or Head Injury: Redness or pain in the eye, tenderness near the temples, or headache following a fall, accident, or head injury.
Daily Life Disruption: Headaches or migraines that interrupt work, sleep, driving, exercise, concentration, or normal daily activities — especially if the pain wakes you from sleep.
Persistent Pain: Head pain that does not improve with rest, hydration, lifestyle changes, or over-the-counter medication.
Special Health Conditions: New or worsening headaches in people with a history of cancer, compromised immune systems, or other significant medical concerns.
Cardiovascular Risk Discussion: Some research has linked migraines in men with a higher risk of cardiovascular events, including heart attack. If you are a man experiencing migraines, it is worth discussing your headache history and cardiovascular risk factors with your doctor.
Early and accurate evaluation can help identify what is driving your symptoms, guide the right next step, and avoid missing something serious.
A focused, supportive process designed to help you understand what may be driving the pressure, reduce unnecessary tension, and move toward clearer days, better function, and more confidence.
Start with a focused headache and migraine evaluation designed to look at what may be contributing to your symptoms — including neck movement, posture, muscle tension, nerve irritation, stress, lifestyle factors, and recurring patterns.
Based on your assessment, Dr. Brosseau will recommend a personalized care plan focused on what your body actually needs — not just temporarily quieting pain from one day to the next.
Begin targeted chiropractic care and supportive recommendations designed to reduce irritation, improve neck and spinal movement, support better nervous system function, and help your body settle.
As pressure and tension improve, the goal is simple: less head pain, more clarity, and more confidence moving through your work, sleep, family time, and daily life.
Take the next step toward less pressure, calmer tension, and more confidence moving through your day with McLeod Street Chiropractic.
Reduce tension, support your neck, and protect your day before head pain takes over.
Regular relaxation practices can help reduce stress-related tension, calm the nervous system, and lower the chance of stress-induced headaches.
Build simple daily habits that help your body release tension before it turns into head, neck, or migraine-related pain:
Your environment can either calm your nervous system — or quietly stack triggers that make headaches and migraines more likely.
Create “safe zones” at home, at work, and in your daily routine by reducing common sensory triggers:
What you eat, drink, skip, or change suddenly can influence headache and migraine patterns for some people.
Use simple tracking and steady daily habits to better understand what may be triggering your symptoms:
Regular exercise can support better circulation, reduce stress, improve sleep, ease muscle tension, and help lower headache frequency over time.
Build a balanced routine that includes aerobic movement, strength training, mobility, and flexibility:
Quality sleep plays a major role in headache prevention, nervous system recovery, muscle relaxation, and migraine management.
Build a consistent sleep routine that helps your body wind down, recover, and reduce common headache triggers:
Reducing mental clutter, physical chaos, and daily stress triggers can help lower tension and decrease the likelihood of stress-related headaches.
Create more calm, clarity, and breathing room in your daily life:
Mindful eating can help support steady energy, better hydration, healthier muscle function, and fewer headache-triggering swings throughout the day.
Fuel your body in a way that supports overall health and helps you better understand your headache patterns:
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