Cervicogenic & Tension Headaches

Understanding Cervicogenic and Tension Headaches

Headaches are often misunderstood. Cervicogenic headaches originate from dysfunction in the neck — meaning the pain you feel around your temples, forehead, or behind the eyes is actually referred from issues in your cervical spine and supporting muscles.
Tension headaches, the most common type, usually stem from muscle tightness across the neck, shoulders, and scalp — often worsened by stress, posture problems, or repetitive activities.

Without proper care, these headaches can become frequent, draining energy and affecting your focus and mood.

Common Symptoms

• A dull, aching pain around the base of the skull, forehead, or temples
• Neck stiffness and restricted movement
• Pressure-like band sensation across the head
• Headache worsened by neck movements or poor posture
• Shoulder tightness and discomfort

How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Instead of masking the symptoms with medication, our chiropractors work to identify and correct the underlying mechanical issues contributing to your headaches:

• Gentle spinal adjustments to improve neck mobility
• Soft tissue therapy to release muscle knots and tension
• Posture assessments and ergonomics education (especially for desk workers)
• Targeted stretches and exercises to build resilience
• Stress management strategies if tension is a trigger

By restoring balance and function to your neck and upper back, we help reduce headache frequency, intensity, and reliance on painkillers.

If you are suffering with any of these conditions, please call your nearest Chiropractic & Allied Health Clinic today to make your initial appointment, or click here to Book Online.