03/25/2026
Could Your Afternoon Headaches Be Coming From Your Neck?
If your headaches show up like clockwork in the afternoon, the source may be your neck, not your head.
These are often called cervicogenic headaches—pain that starts in the cervical spine and refers upward. They can feel like a dull ache at the base of the skull, often on one side, and may come with neck stiffness or worsen with movement.
Desk work and forward head posture can put major strain on your neck, which may trigger headaches over time. A few helpful changes include raising your screen to eye level, taking movement breaks every 30–45 minutes, and adding simple stretches like chin tucks.
If your headaches keep returning, a professional assessment may help identify whether your neck is the real cause.
At Align Family Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, we help find the source of recurring headaches so you can feel better long term.