Causes of Headaches and Neck Pain
Headaches and neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Inflammation of soft tissues in the neck
- Posture
- Overuse or a repetitive motion injury
- Sprains and strains
- Stress and anxiety
- Text neck
- Whiplash
Symptoms of Headaches and Neck Pain
You may feel a variety of symptoms with your headache and neck pain. The good news is that at Acujin Acupuncture we can help reduce symptoms so that you can get back to living your life.
Headache Symptoms
The most common types of headaches are tension headaches and migraines. Depending on the type of headache, you may experience:
- Blurry vision
- Difficulty concentrating
- Dull or sharp aching in the head
- Nausea or upset stomach
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Stiff or sore neck
Neck Pain Symptoms
Neck pain can occur on its own or in conjunction with a headache. Common symptoms include:
- Dull headache
- Herniated disks in the neck
- Loss of range of motion
- Neck pain
- Tingling down one or both arms
- Upper back pain
Acupuncture Treatments for Headaches and Neck Pain
Dr. Diveley L.Ac is here to help relieve your headaches and neck pain. Our team will conduct a physical assessment and ask questions to identify the causes of your pain. From there, we will develop a personalized holistic treatment program that may include common acupuncture treatments, massage therapy, and hot and cold therapy to reduce inflammation and relieve pain. We may also recommend corrective exercises to improve neck muscle strength and flexibility. With our expert care, you can feel confident that you are in good hands and on your way to living a pain-free life.To learn more about how Acupuncture can help with your headache and neck pain, give our office a call at (858) 272-4627. We’d love to be your pain care team.
