Tension & Neck-Related Headache Relief in Bicton

Targeted Manual Therapy for Cervicogenic and Stress-Related Headaches.

Many persistent headaches aren't actually a "head" problem, they are a neck and shoulder problem. When the spinal joints of the upper neck lose their range of motion and the surrounding muscles are overloaded, they can refer pain up into the skull, forehead, or behind the eyes.

At Southside Spine & Sport, we are experts in identifying these mechanical causes. By focusing on restoring movement to the upper cervical spine and releasing muscular adhesions, we help settle cervicogenic headaches quickly.

• Upper Cervical Mechanics: The top two vertebrae in your neck are among the most common sources of headache pain. We focus on restoring easy, pain-free motion to these spinal joints to improve movement and reduce discomfort.

• Sub-Occipital Muscle Release: The tiny muscles at the very base of your skull often hold heavy loads, especially in the modern desk-working environment. We use focused manual therapy to release these tight muscles that are often a direct contributor to cervicogenic headaches.

• Postural Loading & Education: We look at how you carry your head and shoulders during your workday. By identifying the habits that lead to postural fatigue, we provide specific strategies to help you manage your load and keep headaches from returning.