Neck Pain, Headaches, and Migraines
Often Come From the Same Place.

Can neck problems really cause headaches?

Yes — this is called a cervicogenic headache, and it's more common than most people realize. Joint dysfunction, muscle tension, and nerve irritation in the upper neck can refer pain into the head, often felt behind the eyes, at the temples, or at the base of the skull.

How do you tell the difference between a tension headache and a migraine?

Tension headaches typically feel like a tight band around the head and often connect clearly to neck and shoulder tension. Migraines usually involve more intense, one-sided pain and can include light sensitivity or nausea. Both can have a cervical (neck) component, which is exactly what we assess for.

Will neck adjustments help my headaches?

For headaches driven by neck dysfunction, yes — restoring joint motion and reducing muscle tension in the cervical spine is one of the most effective conservative approaches available. The key is confirming your headaches actually have a cervical component first, which is part of your assessment.

Is it my posture causing my neck pain and headaches?

Posture is often part of the picture, especially with desk work and phone use, but it's rarely the whole story. Muscle imbalances, joint restrictions, and old injuries frequently combine with posture to create the pattern. We look at all of it, not just how you're sitting.

How is Identity's approach different for headaches?

We don't just treat the head — we assess the neck, upper back, and posture as a system to find what's actually referring pain into your head, then build a plan around fixing that, not just calming symptoms for a day or two.