Neck – Headaches and dizziness from the neck
In short: Tension and poor posture in the neck can cause headaches and an unsteady, swaying feeling. Typically, the symptoms are linked to neck movements or sitting for long periods. It's important to have other causes ruled out by a doctor first.
How can I tell it's coming from my neck?
- The headache starts in the neck or at the back of the head and moves forward.
- It's usually one-sided or stronger on one side.
- Certain head movements or long hours at a screen make it worse.
- The dizziness feels more unsteady or light-headed than spinning.
- The neck is stiff, tense or tender to the touch.
Common causes
- long hours of screen work and a forward head posture
- stress that settles in the shoulders and neck
- previous accidents or whiplash
- little exercise and weak neck muscles
- an awkward sleeping position or an unsuitable pillow
What can help in everyday life
- set your screen at eye level and take regular breaks
- gently move your shoulders and neck, for example a few circles every hour
- warmth, such as a cherry-stone pillow or warming creams
- stress relief: walks, breathing exercises, enough sleep
- a pillow that supports your neck
How I can help
With Atlaslogie, I work gently on the first cervical vertebra to relax the muscles of the upper cervical spine and guide the atlas back into its correct position. Many clients come to me with exactly these complaints. Whether it helps you usually becomes clear after a few sessions.
How Atlaslogie differs from chiropractic: Atlaslogie or chiropractic?
When should I see a doctor first?
Seek medical help immediately for sudden, very severe headaches, fever with a stiff neck, problems with vision or speech, paralysis, numbness, after an accident or if your symptoms change significantly.
Find out more: Atlaslogie.
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