Which Headache Type Do I Have?

Which Headache Type Do I Have?

Most clinic headaches fall into three buckets: tension, cervicogenic, or migraine. Below are quick clues—not a full diagnosis.

Quick clues

TypeCommon feelTriggers
TensionBand-like tightness both sidesStress, long sitting, tight shoulders
CervicogenicStarts at back of neck → headForward head posture, neck stiffness
MigraineThrobbing, often one-sided, may include auraCertain foods, hormones, lack of sleep, stress

See a doctor if: new severe headache, vision changes, fever, weakness, or sudden onset. These need immediate evaluation.

How we help

  • Circulation PT: posture, breathing, neck mobility, and shoulder load sharing.
  • Circulation HD: when nerve/fascial entrapment contributes to pain.
  • Habit coaching: sleep, hydration, and break routines to reduce triggers.

Unsure which headache?

We’ll classify it, address neck factors, and guide trigger control.

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