How Neck Issues Trigger Headaches Neck pain and headaches are a classic “bad combo”—but did you know they’re often connected? If you’ve ever felt a dull ache start in your neck and creep its way up into your skull, you’re not imagining it. At Vector Spine and Sport, we often see patients dealing with this exact issue—and the good news is, you don’t have to live with it.
🚨 Why It Happens:
Your neck is packed with nerves, muscles, and joints that connect directly to your head. Poor posture, previous injuries, or even stress can cause muscle tension and misalignments in the cervical spine. When this happens, nerves become irritated and muscles tighten, leading to referred pain in the head—aka a cervicogenic headache.
Common causes include:
- Poor posture (tech neck, anyone?)
- Whiplash or previous trauma
- Stress and muscle tension
- Sleeping in poor positions
- Joint restrictions or misalignments in the cervical spine
🩺 What Does It Feel Like?
Neck-related headaches often:
- Start at the base of the skull
- Radiate to the forehead or behind the eyes
- Feel like dull, steady pressure
- Get worse with neck movement
🛠️ Treatment Options:
At Vector Spine and Sport, we take a multi-modal approach to treating neck pain and headaches.
✅ Chiropractic Care
Gentle spinal adjustments help improve joint mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and release muscular tension.
✅ Shockwave Therapy (EPAT)
This non-invasive technology helps stimulate blood flow, reduce inflammation, and accelerate tissue repair in tight, painful neck muscles.
✅ Posture Correction & Ergonomic Coaching
We’ll help you fix the root cause—whether it’s your workstation or how you sleep.
✅ Soft Tissue Therapy & Rehab Exercises
Custom stretches and therapies that retrain your muscles and improve strength and flexibility.
🗣️ Real Results
Many patients report reduced headache frequency and intensity after just a few visits. The key is addressing the source of the pain, not just covering up symptoms with painkillers.
📅 Don’t Let Neck Pain Rule Your Life
If you’re tired of treating headaches with pills that don’t work, it’s time to try a new approach. Book a consultation with Vector Spine and Sport and find out if chiropractic care or shockwave therapy can help you break the cycle of pain—for good.