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Headaches & Migraines

Many headaches originate from tension in the neck and upper back. Our brain-based approach assesses how spinal dysfunction may be contributing to your headaches, and treatment often produces rapid improvement in both frequency and severity.

Chiropractor treating a patient for headaches and migraines at Synergy Body & Spine Clinic
Understanding Headaches & Migraines

What's Going On?

Headaches and migraines can be debilitating, affecting work, sleep, and quality of life. What many people don't realise is that a significant proportion of headaches originate from tension and dysfunction in the neck and upper back, known as cervicogenic headaches.

Our brain-based approach looks at how spinal dysfunction, particularly in the upper cervical spine, may be contributing to your headaches. When the joints and muscles of the neck aren't moving or functioning as they should, they can refer pain patterns into the head. Addressing the underlying neck dysfunction often produces rapid improvement in both the frequency and severity of headaches.

Symptoms

Common Signs

Recognising the symptoms is the first step toward effective treatment.

Tension-type headaches, often starting at the base of the skull
Pain at the temple, forehead, or behind the eyes
Frequent or recurring migraines
Neck stiffness or discomfort that precedes the headache
Headaches triggered by certain postures or stress
Treatment

How We Treat It

Treatment focuses on restoring healthy function to the neck and upper back, which often reduces headache frequency and intensity:

Gentle upper cervical adjustments
Soft tissue release of the neck and upper back
Lifestyle and trigger identification advice
Postural correction and ergonomic guidance

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