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CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE CHIROPRACTOR

Any early headache requires further evaluation to rule out any potential pathological causes.  Make an appointment with your primary care physician without delay if you are experiencing vomiting, nausea, dizziness, blurred vision, or disorientation in conjunction with a headache.  Suppose you are dealing with persistent headaches and migraines. In that case, it is recommended that you visit a qualified Steven Payne Chiropractor to receive an assessment and a treatment plan so that you can start on the path to recovery.  You can reach us at 0430 167 910 or by booking online.

Cervicogenic Headaches are a specific type of headache that originates from issues in the neck. These headaches are frequently accompanied by discomfort that originates at the base of the skull and can radiate to the temples, forehead, and ears.  It would be advantageous to visit a chiropractor about the possibility of a cervicogenic headache if you have been getting headaches that appear to originate from your neck and have been occurring repeatedly.


Get your path to recovery started by reaching out to us now to arrange an evaluation at 0430 167 910, or

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WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF A CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE?

Head pain that originates from the cervical spine, which is the neck region.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF CERVICOGENIC HEADACHES?

You Typically Encounter:

  • Pain confined to the base of your skull and your neck

  • Pain that might originate at the base of the skull and spread to the forehead, temples, and even the ears

  • Pain that is worsened by particular neck movements or sustained postures and that may radiate to the forehead, eye region, temple, and ears

WHAT CAUSES A CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE?

Common cervicogenic headache reasons may include:

  • Neck movement or continuous awkward head positions, such as painting, scrubbing the floor

  • History of neck trauma

WHO ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO HEADACHES THAT ORIGINATE IN THE CERVICAL REGION?

Research indicates:

  • Over 18% of adults are affected by this sort of headache.

  • Headaches of this type are more prevalent among individuals of middle age,

  • With an average age of onset of approximately 42  years.

  • This condition is more prevalent among women than among men.

  • The frequency is also noticeably higher in people with cervical spine problems or those recuperating from whiplash​.

ARE THERE REMEDIES TO HELP WITH MY CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE?

After contacting one of our skilled Chiropractors,

You will be educated on appropriate techniques to treat your Cervicogenic Headache.


Some tactics you need to discuss with our Chiropractors include:

  • Ice / Heat

  • Supportive neck pillow

  • Mild stretching of the neck

CERVICOGENIC HEADACHE CHIROPRACTOR

Cervicogenic headaches

- It could be effectively treated with chiropractic treatments. 

A cervicogenic headache chiropractor employs targeted approaches, including chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue massage,

and postural correction, to alleviate neck strain and enhance alignment. 


Chiropractic care for cervicogenic headaches

- Seeks to ease pressure on the nerves and muscles that trigger headaches, giving both short-term relief and long-term management. 


Chiropractic care can help alleviate the symptoms of cervicogenic headaches and improve overall neck function by addressing the underlying cause of the condition. It provides a non-invasive, drug-free option for those who suffer from headaches.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long can a headache that originates from the cervical spine persist?
Cervicogenic headaches can persist for anywhere from a few hours to several days, depending on the underlying cause and the treatment received.


What are some exercises for cervicogenic headaches?
Neck flexion stretch with retraction.


By relaxing the muscles in the neck and upper back, this stretch improves flexibility and posture.

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  1. Sit up straight in a chair and turn to look ahead.

  2. Keep your head in the same position and your look directed forward while tucking your chin in.

  3. Could you make an effort to stretch the back of your neck?

  4. Put your hands on top of your head.

  5. You can maintain the chin tuck as you gently lower your head. You ought to get a sensation of elongation at the base of your skull.

  6. For a few moments, remain in the stretched position.

  7. Please repeat as necessary.

 

Release of Suboccipital Muscle Self-Trigger Points


Headaches are frequently associated with tension in the muscles that are located near the base of the skull.

This method helps release that tension.

 

  1. Put a sock with two tennis balls positioned next to each other to make a pad.

  2. Lie on your back and put the tennis balls right below the base of your skull.

  3. The tennis balls will offer mild pressure to your suboccipital muscles.

  4. Hold the position on any tender locations you detect.

  5. Please repeat as necessary.


Warning: If you experience excessive discomfort or pain,

Please stop immediately or contact your local chiropractor with any questions.


What is the ideal sleeping posture to minimise cervicogenic headaches?
The most excellent sleeping posture to prevent cervicogenic headaches is one that

preserves normal alignment of the neck and spine. 


Using a cushion that maintains the natural curve of your neck may help alleviate tension. 


Try sleeping on your back or side, as stomach sleeping can place increased pressure on the neck,

perhaps producing cervicogenic headaches.

Please keep in mind:  If you experience the following symptoms, get medical attention immediately:

  • A really intense headache that comes on suddenly

  • Newly developed headache, particularly in those who are over sixty years old

  • Signs and symptoms that are new and related to the headache. For example, symptoms include numbness, tingling, and weakness.

  • Alterations in personality

  • Vomiting, seizures

  • A headache that does not go away

  • Incapable of moving the neck

  • Anticoagulant therapy, such as the use of warfarin

  • Children with Headaches

  • Cancer that has been diagnosed

  • Pressure in the eyes

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