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Headache - Cervical Pain
Cervicogenic headache, often misdiagnosed due to its complex nature, is a chronic headache that originates from the neck but is perceived as pain in the head. This phenomenon arises from the convergence of nerves supplying the head and neck, leading to a miscommunication in pain perception. It is a secondary headache condition that affects between 2.5 and 4.1 percent of the population. CGH begins in the neck or occipital region and and radiates towards the front of your face and head.
Cervicogenic headaches are quite delimiting, often affecting the quality of sleep or focus on work/daily activities. They originate from issues in the upper cervical spine or base of the skull, and are often felt on one side of the head, and pain is usually mild to moderate.
The primary symptoms include:
- Unilateral pain in the head or face.
- Stiffness in the neck.
- Pain around the eyes.
- Pain exacerbated by coughing, sneezing, or specific neck movements.
- Headache triggered by certain neck postures or movements.
- Additional symptoms resembling migraine headaches, such as light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, blurry vision, and nausea.
Poor posture can put excessive strain on the upper joints of the neck which can lead to a headache, particularly when working or sitting in one position for a long time. Sometimes, an injury may also be the cause. This could be a sports injury or a vehicle-related injury like whiplash.
Physiotherapy can be a game-changer, especially when it comes to managing persistent chronic pain, like cervicogenic headaches, tension or cluster headache.
We at Synchrony Health provide the most recent, evidence-based treatment targeting the source of these headaches, the neck, and upper cervical spine.
We identify the cause of neck dysfunction, do accurate assessment of the type of dysfunction, then work on root causes to ensure optimal outcome.
We offer Manual therapy, strengthening exercises, dry needling, and postural training which directly address the root cause.
Exercise, particularly focusing on neck and shoulder strength and flexibility, helps to improve posture and alleviate pressure on the neck. This could include stretches, strengthening exercises, or aerobic activities.
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