It starts as a dull ache that creeps across your temples, the kind you hope will fade after a glass of water or a quick break. But then it builds—a steady, throbbing pain that steals your focus and energy. Some days, it feels like the world is just a little too bright or too loud. When headaches or migraines show up often enough to dictate your schedule, something deeper could be at play.
The Connection Between Your Neck and Head Pain
Most people don’t realize how closely the neck and head are connected. The upper vertebrae in your spine protect nerves that travel directly to your head and face. When those vertebrae lose their natural movement (whether from posture, stress, or past injury), it could trigger irritation and inflammation that radiates upward. The result is that familiar tension at the base of your skull, or migraines that seem to appear out of nowhere.
Everyday habits like working long hours at a computer, constantly looking down at your phone, or sleeping awkwardly can make this worse. Over time, the body adapts in ways that increase muscle strain and nerve pressure.
How Chiropractic Care May Help
Our holistic approach at Adjusted Health includes chiropractic adjustments to restore healthy spinal movement and help calm the nervous system. When alignment improves, muscles can relax, circulation increases, and the brain receives clearer signals from the body.
As Dr. Dennis Stathopulos says, “When your body and nervous system are in sync, pain doesn’t control your day—you do.”
Patients often notice fewer headaches, better sleep, and an overall sense of greater balance. Simple, practical strategies, like posture corrections, hydration reminders, or relaxation tips, help maintain results between visits.
Feel Clearer and With Less Pain
You don’t have to plan life around your next headache. Book a visit with Adjusted Health in Markham to learn how chiropractic care could help reduce the frequency of headaches and migraines, so that you can feel like yourself again.