Overview

Headaches can be more than just an occasional nuisance—they can become chronic, disabling, and tied to underlying issues in the neck, nerves, or surrounding muscles. At Restore Spine and Pain, we specialize in evaluating and treating headache disorders that originate from the cervical spine, trauma, or nerve irritation.

Many patients experience headaches that begin in the neck or at the base of the skull and radiate upward. These patterns often go undiagnosed or are mistaken for migraines. Our goal is to identify the true source and deliver targeted treatment for long-term relief.

Common Symptoms

• Headaches that begin in the neck or upper shoulders
• Pressure or throbbing behind the eyes or temples
• Pain worsened by head movement or poor posture
• Burning or stabbing pain at the base of the skull
• Headaches that persist after a concussion or auto injury

Conditions We Treat

• Cervicogenic Headache
• Post-Traumatic Headache
• Whiplash-Associated Headaches
• Occipital Neuralgia
• Myofascial Pain Syndrome

These conditions often overlap, particularly in patients with trauma, poor posture, or degenerative spine disease. Identifying the underlying mechanism is key to creating an effective treatment plan.

Our Approach

At Restore Spine and Pain, we use a step-by-step approach to managing chronic or complex headaches:

1. Comprehensive evaluation and imaging review
2. Physical therapy referral and postural retraining
3. Trigger point and occipital nerve blocks as needed
4. Neuropathic medications for nerve-based pain
5. Peripheral nerve stimulation for chronic or treatment-resistant cases
6. Coordination with neurology when appropriate