Cervicogenic & Tension Headaches
Headache Treatment
In Kent, WA.
Many recurring headaches originate from tension or joint dysfunction in the neck rather than the head itself. We evaluate neck involvement as part of a full headache assessment.
Overview
Understanding Headache
Many recurring headaches originate from tension or joint dysfunction in the neck rather than the head itself. We evaluate neck involvement as part of a full headache assessment. Our evaluation determines the specific cause before recommending adjustments, soft tissue therapy, or rehabilitative exercise.
Common Signs
Signs Of Headache To Watch For
Pain Starting At The Base Of The Skull
Tension Across The Forehead
Headaches Following An Accident
Neck Stiffness With Headache
Common Causes
What Causes Headache?
Cervicogenic — Neck-Related
Pain that originates in the cervical spine and neck joints but is felt as a headache in the head.
Tension & Screen Time
Prolonged desk work and screen time build tension across the neck and upper back that radiates into head pain.
Post-Accident Headaches
Headaches are one of the most common symptoms following whiplash and other accident-related neck injuries.
Our Approach
How We Treat Headache
Full Neck & Head Exam
We evaluate your cervical spine alongside your headache pattern, not just the head in isolation.
Identifying Cervicogenic Involvement
We determine how much of your headache is being driven by neck joint or muscle dysfunction.
Treating The Source, Not Just The Pain
Your plan addresses the neck-related contributors we find, rather than just the head pain itself.
Frequent Headaches Are Common — But Not Something To Just Live With
If you're reaching for pain relief more than a couple of times a week, or your headaches consistently start at the base of your skull or follow a car accident, a neck-focused evaluation can help determine whether cervicogenic factors are contributing before headaches become a regular part of your routine.
Headache Treatment FAQ
Yes — cervicogenic headaches originate from the cervical spine and are a common finding in patients with chronic headaches.
Yes, headaches frequently accompany whiplash and other accident-related neck injuries.
We evaluate the pattern and location of your headaches as part of a full assessment; conditions like migraine that involve broader neurological factors may be referred out when they fall outside chiropractic scope of care.
Yes — tension headaches related to posture and screen time are commonly linked to neck and upper back tension we can evaluate.
There's no fixed timeline — your plan and response depend on what our exam finds is contributing to your headaches.
Related Conditions
Also Commonly Treated Together
Dealing with headache?
Call 253-631-7933 or request an appointment — we'll start with an exam to understand what's causing your symptoms.