What is the difference between a headache and migraine?
Most people are aware that headaches can arise from your neck.
Migraines are commonly thought to have nothing to do with your neck and arise from a component of the sensitised (or irritated) brain stem.
The link between migraine and our necks
Recent research has proven a link between the neck and migraine! Interestingly, the neck can sensitise the brain stem; therefore producing migraines. Reduce the impact of the neck, and you stand to reduce the irritability of the brain stem, and thus the likelihood of migraine.
Is your neck a factor in your migraine?
Having your neck thoroughly assessed is key in determining if you’re are putting up with more than you need to. If your symptoms can be temporarily reproduced with neck palpation, there is a fair chance that good neck treatment will help you.
We are happy to discuss the possibilities with you when you call 8370 3887 or book in online for our Free Initial Assessment!
Mark Mitchell - Senior Physiotherapist, Back In Motion Blackwood