Headache from cervical joints is a pain caused by injuries / dysfunctions in the structures of the cervical spine that radiates to the head. High levels of stress are also a risk factor for this condition due to increased muscle tension in the neck and shoulder region.
Generally this type of headache affects only one side of the head and may be located more at the base of the neck if the lower cervical spine is affected, or radiate from the side of the head to the upper eye region.
Studies indicate that the C2-C3 vertebrae are the most common source of cervical headache, accounting for about 70% of cases.
Estimates of headache prevalence of cervical origin range from 1% to 4% in the general population and about 17% among patients with severe headaches. After traumatic sprain of the cervical spine about 53% of patients will develop headache of cervical origin.
Signs and symptoms / Diagnosis
Pain that begins in the neck and radiates to the neck and / or frontal region, and to the ipsilateral shoulder.
Pain that is aggravated by the movement of the neck or in positions held, such as the computer.
Tingling or numbness from the base of the neck to the base of the neck.
There is sometimes a throbbing sensation that runs from the side of the head to the upper eye area.
The diagnosis is directed to rule out other possible sources for this headache and to find out what cervical dysfunction is causing the pain. A good evaluation, including a complete medical history, neurological examination, and cervical and shoulder motor, is usually sufficient for diagnosis.
Treatment
The treatment should be performed by experienced professionals and only after confirming the diagnosis.
After the acute phase, all the tests and evaluations necessary to diagnose the origin of the symptoms and proceed with the most appropriate treatment for each case (whiplash, cervical disc herniation, degenerative changes of the cervical spine, postural syndrome, traumatic cervical spine, etc).
The Physiotherapist can be the most effective professional to solve the headaches problems. The physiotherapist can provide techniques such as Soft Deep Techniques Massage, Joint Mobilization and Manipulation and also may improve neck posture, with Education and Exercises about Postural Advisement.
Sometimes, after one episode of neck pain the activation of deep flexors and stabilizers of cervical spine can be affected and the patient can feel recurrent pain or chronic pain. In this case is important discuss with physiotherapist about how can get a plan of exercise prescription to re-educate and provide stability for the cervical spine.
By Andre Felix - Physiotherapist
Generally this type of headache affects only one side of the head and may be located more at the base of the neck if the lower cervical spine is affected, or radiate from the side of the head to the upper eye region.
Studies indicate that the C2-C3 vertebrae are the most common source of cervical headache, accounting for about 70% of cases.
Estimates of headache prevalence of cervical origin range from 1% to 4% in the general population and about 17% among patients with severe headaches. After traumatic sprain of the cervical spine about 53% of patients will develop headache of cervical origin.
Signs and symptoms / Diagnosis
Pain that begins in the neck and radiates to the neck and / or frontal region, and to the ipsilateral shoulder.
Pain that is aggravated by the movement of the neck or in positions held, such as the computer.
Tingling or numbness from the base of the neck to the base of the neck.
There is sometimes a throbbing sensation that runs from the side of the head to the upper eye area.
The diagnosis is directed to rule out other possible sources for this headache and to find out what cervical dysfunction is causing the pain. A good evaluation, including a complete medical history, neurological examination, and cervical and shoulder motor, is usually sufficient for diagnosis.
Treatment
The treatment should be performed by experienced professionals and only after confirming the diagnosis.
After the acute phase, all the tests and evaluations necessary to diagnose the origin of the symptoms and proceed with the most appropriate treatment for each case (whiplash, cervical disc herniation, degenerative changes of the cervical spine, postural syndrome, traumatic cervical spine, etc).
The Physiotherapist can be the most effective professional to solve the headaches problems. The physiotherapist can provide techniques such as Soft Deep Techniques Massage, Joint Mobilization and Manipulation and also may improve neck posture, with Education and Exercises about Postural Advisement.
Sometimes, after one episode of neck pain the activation of deep flexors and stabilizers of cervical spine can be affected and the patient can feel recurrent pain or chronic pain. In this case is important discuss with physiotherapist about how can get a plan of exercise prescription to re-educate and provide stability for the cervical spine.
By Andre Felix - Physiotherapist
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