Cervicogenic headache

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There are several things that can cause headaches, one of them can be due to neck involvement, known as a cervicogenic headache, this is a secondary headache that arises normally due to neck pain.  The pain is normally felt on one side of the neck and into the head, forehead, temples, eyes or ears and usually associated with reduced movement of the neck.  These can be severe and last from hours to weeks.  By addressing the neck Physiotherapy can help with these headaches.

Neck pain radiating into the head

Headaches

Tightness feeling

Pind and needles

Numbness

If you are unsure what is going on and the best things to be doing, we can help!
We understand the impact that pain can have on your daily life and the mental space it can take up, stopping you being able to do the things that are important to you.
We will ensure a thorough assessment by discussing your situation and a hands on screening to determine the structures that are affecting you.
This will allow you to have a clearer understanding of what is going on and we will guide you through the best treatment and adaptations you can follow, using an up to date evidence based, honest approach to allow you to get back to the things that are important to you sooner.
If you would like to book with one of our skilled and friendly team please book an appointment