Common presentation of a cervicogenic headache

Loss of range of motion of the neck. Worsening of headache with certain cervical movement and/or with direct pressure applied to certain areas of the neck. One-sided headache symptoms. Symptoms originating at the base of the skull/upper neck. Possible radiation of symptoms into the head above. Usually associated with neck pain. Many primary type headaches will also cause pain and symptoms in the neck, this can lead to misdiagnosed headaches and poor management approaches. A cervicogenic headache must have evidence of disorder of the upper cervical spine, not just neck related pain to be correctly diagnosed as cervicogenic.

What should I do if I think I have a cervicogenic headache? If you are experiencing the symptoms of a cervicogenic headache, you should see a physiotherapist as soon as possible. Your physio will conduct an assessment of the head and neck to determine whether or not your headache can appropriately be managed by physiotherapy intervention.

Possible interventions could include:

Manual therapy Exercise Education A self management plan to undertake independently If your headache is a true cervicogenic headache, the headache symptoms will reduce as the responsible structures in your neck respond positively to treatment. If you are experiencing cervicogenic Headache book appointments with us for further treatment. #Headache #neckpain #physiotherapy #Physiotherapist #nearme #clinic #dr.pravins #vikhroli #mumbai