Headaches have various causes, some of which may be due to stress or dehydration, but many involve dysfunction around the top few joints in the neck. The top three cervical joints of the neck share a close proximity with the trigeminocervical nucleus (TCN), thus when these joints are irritated they can sensitise the TCN, which connects to the brainstem and can cause a referral of pain to the head.

Your treatment will be individualised, but can include

Education on the cause of your headaches, Advice around managing the headaches, Restoring mobility, through the joint causing your symptoms, with gentle mobilisation, and/or Releasing surrounding soft tissues.