03/09/2023
Have you been experiencing headaches at the base of the back of your head? Above eyebrows? Or behind your eyes? A muscle group known as the suboccipitals could be to blame.
The suboccipital muscles are a group of small muscles located at the base of the skull, just above the upper neck. These muscles play an important role in head and neck movement and stability. When these muscles become tense or tight, they can cause pain and discomfort in the head and neck region, and this can sometimes lead to headaches and migraines.
There are several ways in which tension or tightness in the suboccipital muscles can contribute to headaches and migraines. First, these muscles are closely connected to the occipital nerves, which provide sensory information to the back of the head and neck. When the suboccipital muscles are tight, they can compress or irritate these nerves, causing pain that can be felt as a headache or migraine.
Second, the suboccipital muscles are also involved in the movement and stabilization of the upper cervical spine. When these muscles are tense or imbalanced, they can lead to misalignment or dysfunction in the upper cervical spine, which can contribute to headaches and migraines.
Finally, the suboccipital muscles are part of a larger network of muscles and fascia that run from the head to the feet. Tension or dysfunction in any part of this network can lead to imbalances and compensations throughout the body, which can contribute to headaches and migraines.
Overall, the relationship between the suboccipital muscles and headaches or migraines is complex and multifactorial. However, addressing tension or tightness in these muscles through techniques such as massage, stretching, and chiropractic adjustments can often provide relief for those who suffer from headaches and migraines.
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