A migraine is more than a bad headache. For millions of Americans it can be debilitating, especially for women. It's estimated that women are three times more likely than men to suffer from migraines.

The incidence of migraines in women is about 18 percent. In men, the incidence is about 6 percent.

Neurologist Marc Schlosberg says the difference may be attributed to monthly hormonal changes among women.

Marc Schlosberg says, "In women there is a strong association between migraines and estrogen. In particular it's an abrupt drop in the estrogen level and this occurs towards the end of the period. It can also occur at the end of pregnancy."

Experts believe migraine symptoms are likely to be worse among some women taking birth control pills.

Marc Schlosberg says, "It might just be related to the fact that if you're taking a pill then you have a level that is going up and down rather than what you have naturally during your cycle when it gradually increases over time."

Dr. Touney, with Excel Chiropractic in Sioux Falls says he sees woman all the time with migraine pain. He says if you're dealing with migraine pain, chiropractic care could help you. A spinal adjustment can relieve tension on the nervous system to help your body heal.

If you have questions about how chiropractic care could help you, you can find more information by clicking here. Other ideas to help alleviate migraine pain can be found by clicking here.