Help for Headaches in Bentleigh East
Not all headaches are created equal. While some may be tied to dehydration or diet, many persistent ones—the kind that return weekly or even daily—can often be traced back to something else such as neck tension, postural stress, or issues with jaw alignment or sinus pressure.
For some, it starts with poor motion in the upper neck. This may irritate the nerves at the base of the skull, leading to that familiar band-like tension wrapping across the head. Others might notice headaches building after screen time, poor sleep, or long commutes. And in today’s world, emotional stress adds fuel to the fire, creating tight shoulders and clenched jaws that feed into headache cycles.
What Happens During an Assessment
We take the time to understand the whole picture here at East Bentleigh Health Group. Is it a classic tension headache, a cervicogenic issue starting in the neck, or something else entirely? We assess posture, spinal movement, jaw alignment, and sometimes even sinus involvement. In some cases, we also evaluate cranial motion—the small, rhythmic movement of the skull bones that can become restricted over time, especially due to emotional tension.
Depending on the findings, care may include adjustments, gentle mobilisations, soft tissue work, or targeted cranial techniques. It’s never one-size-fits-all.
Headache Types That Respond to Chiropractic
Many people come in struggling with tension headaches, which often respond well to manual care and postural corrections. Cervicogenic headaches originate in the neck and can also improve with focused support. Some patients even report fewer or milder migraines after addressing alignment and nerve pressure.
Of course, not every headache is manageable this way. Some types, especially those that come on suddenly or severely, may require medical follow-up.
How Neck Tension and Alignment Play a Role
The human head weighs around five kilograms. When posture is off, like when the head leans forward from looking down at screens, the load on the neck can double. That increased strain builds up in the upper spine’s muscles, joints, and nerves, creating the perfect storm for headaches.
Tension in this area also affects the scalp and upper neck nerves. When irritated, the result can feel like a band around the head or sharp pain behind the eyes or temples.
When Will You Notice a Change?
For many, relief starts within days. In fact, it’s not uncommon to hear patients say their headaches eased after the first or second session.
With longer-term patterns, though, it may take a few weeks to unwind the tension and restore better movement. Either way, the goal is progress, not perfection, and to offer tools that help reduce flare-ups over time.
Take the First Step Towards Relief
Frequent headaches don’t have to rule your week. Whether they’re tension-related or something deeper, we’re here to help assess what’s going on and offer options that feel doable and practical.
Book a visit today and take the pressure off.
