HEADACHES · PATIENT EDUCATION · LOGANSPORT, IN
The “Headache Posture” Trap: How Neck Tension Triggers Headaches (and What to Do)
If your headaches show up after desk work, driving, or scrolling, the problem is often sustained neck load—not a mysterious “migraine out of nowhere.” Here’s the fix that holds up.
Educational only. Not medical advice.
Why posture can trigger headaches
- Upper neck joints and muscles can refer pain forward into the head
- Shoulder elevation increases neck tension quickly
- Low movement = higher sensitivity
3 “setup” fixes that matter most
- Screen height: raise and bring closer
- Arm support: reduce trap/neck load
- Micro-breaks: 60–120 seconds every 30–45 minutes
A simple daily routine
- 2–4 short walks (even 5 minutes helps)
- Gentle neck motion breaks during the day
- Progressive strengthening instead of aggressive stretching
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