Tension headaches are the most common headache type experienced by adults. Frequently described as a tight, heavy band wrapped around the forehead or temples, these headaches are closely tied to chronic muscle contractions throughout the neck, jaw, upper back, and scalp.
Identifying a Tension Headache
- A dull, aching pain that affects both sides of your head simultaneously
- A feeling of intense pressure or tightness across the forehead or back of the head
- Distinct tenderness when pressing on the muscles of your neck and shoulders
- Pain that builds gradually throughout a stressful, sedentary, or desk-bound day
Releasing Chronic Muscle and Joint Tension
Tension headaches are often a direct physical side effect of poor posture or repetitive screen strain. At Correct Connect Chiropractic, we target the structural source of your headaches by gently realigning the cervical joints and using manual soft tissue therapy to release tight, knotted muscles for lasting relief.