Migraines and Your Neck: The Physiotherapy Connection
If your headaches often start at the base of your skull or worsen after a long day at the desk, your neck may be playing a bigger role than you realise.
The neck-headache link
The upper three joints of the neck share nerve pathways with the head and face. When these joints are stiff or the surrounding muscles are overworked, they can refer pain into the head — a pattern known as cervicogenic headache.
This overlap is also why neck problems can trigger or worsen migraine attacks in people who are prone to them.
How physiotherapy helps
A thorough assessment can identify whether your neck is contributing to your headaches. Treatment may include hands-on techniques to restore movement, targeted strengthening for the deep neck muscles, and posture retraining.
Just as importantly, we look at the bigger picture — sleep, stress, screen habits, and workload — all of which influence headache frequency.
A plan that lasts
The goal is not just short-term relief but fewer, less intense headaches over time. With the right combination of treatment and self-management, many people significantly reduce how often headaches interrupt their lives.
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