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Headache Care in Etobicoke
Headaches have many causes, and some are closely linked to the muscles and joints of the neck. Our Etobicoke clinic assesses whether your headaches may have a neck-related component that could respond to conservative care.
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- B.Sc., D.C.
- Insurance accepted
- 20+ years
Overview
Understanding headaches
Tension-type and cervicogenic (neck-related) headaches are commonly associated with tightness and irritation in the neck and upper back. Identifying this pattern helps guide care toward the likely contributing structures.
Where appropriate, chiropractic care and laser therapy may help address neck-related contributors, along with advice on posture and daily habits. We will refer on if your presentation suggests another cause.
Common symptoms
- Pain spreading from the neck to the head
- A band-like pressure around the head
- Tightness in the neck and shoulders
- Headaches aggravated by posture or stress
Possible causes
- Neck muscle tension and joint irritation
- Posture and prolonged screen use
- Stress and fatigue
- Previous neck injury
How we help
Treatments we may consider
After an assessment, we discuss which of these options — alone or combined — may be appropriate for your headaches.
We use evidence-based approaches and never promise cures or guaranteed results. If care with us isn't appropriate, or medical evaluation is needed first, we'll tell you.
Book an assessmentFAQs
Headaches questions
For headaches with a neck-related component, addressing the neck may help. An assessment determines whether this applies to you. If your headaches suggest another cause, we will recommend appropriate medical evaluation.
Seek prompt medical care for sudden, severe headaches, headaches after a head injury, or headaches with fever, vision changes, weakness or confusion. These need urgent assessment rather than conservative care.
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Etobicoke · Serving the Greater Toronto Area · Near Toronto Pearson International Airport