Headaches that originate from a physical, mechanical problem in the neck are known as cervicogenic headaches. These are classic examples of referred pain—meaning the structural damage or joint restriction is located in your cervical spine, but your brain registers the pain in your head or face.
Symptoms of Cervicogenic Headaches
- Pain starting at the base of the skull or neck that moves toward the temples or eyes
- A headache that is consistently triggered by specific neck movements or positions
- Noticeably reduced flexibility when trying to turn or tilt your head
- Pain that remains strictly confined to one side of the head and face
Correcting the Cervical Root Cause
Because these headaches are structural copycats, over-the-counter pain relievers only provide temporary masking. At Correct Connect Chiropractic, we identify the exact upper neck joints that are restricted or inflamed, using gentle adjustments to remove the mechanical stress and clear the referred pain pathways completely.