Headaches aren’t all the same — and neither are their causes. While dehydration or certain foods can be triggers, many persistent headaches stem from issues in the neck, jaw, or general posture. Hours at a desk, screen glare, or even emotional stress can tighten muscles and irritate nerves, creating the perfect environment for headaches to thrive.
How Neck Tension Triggers Pain
The human head weighs around five kilograms. When it leans forward — like when scrolling on a phone or leaning toward a laptop — the effective load on the neck can double. This extra strain impacts muscles, joints, and nerves at the base of the skull, often producing that familiar “band” of tension across the head or sharp pain behind the eyes.
Jaw clenching, shoulder tension, and poor sleep can make the problem worse.
Early Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Watch for headaches that:
- Appear after long periods of screen use
- Come with stiffness in the neck or shoulders
- Include pain radiating from the base of the skull
- Return multiple times a week or daily
Addressing these signs early may help prevent them from becoming a long-term pattern.
Steps Toward Relief
Simple adjustments can help — taking screen breaks, improving posture, stretching tight muscles, and supporting neck alignment with the right pillow. A chiropractic assessment can determine whether your headaches are linked to cervicogenic issues, postural stress, or other musculoskeletal factors, and create a personalised improvement plan.
You don’t have to live around your headaches. Address the cause, not just the symptoms, and give your body the best chance to feel clear-headed again.
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