{"id":1362,"date":"2021-06-01T05:06:49","date_gmt":"2021-06-01T05:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/?p=1362"},"modified":"2021-06-01T05:06:49","modified_gmt":"2021-06-01T05:06:49","slug":"5-best-exercises-for-top-of-head-headache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/5-best-exercises-for-top-of-head-headache\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Best Exercises for Headache on Top of Head"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s work to finish but you&#8217;ve got a headache at the top of your head.\u00a0 You know that you&#8217;re working too much at your desk, but what can you do?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The phone flashes and you look down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/5-common-reasons-you-are-experiencing-neck-pain\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neck pain again<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re not alone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many patients at Nexus Massage &amp; Rehab suffer from headaches on top of their head. They often feel neck pain at the same time. Our new normal of working from home and spending all day on our computers and phones doesn\u2019t help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We sit too much and our bad posture when looking down at our phones just makes the pain worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t worry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the 5 best exercises I recommend to my patients who experience headaches on top of their head. You don\u2019t have to power through the pain. In fact, relief may just be a few exercises away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try these quick and easy exercises and feel better instantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>5 Best Exercises for Headache on Top of Head<\/h2>\n<h3><b>1. Chin Tuck<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Purpose<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthens deep neck flexor and cervical extensor muscles while stretching the scalene and suboccipital muscles. This will bring the head back into good positioning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 1<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1368\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1368\" class=\"wp-image-1368 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-Tuck-Step-1-scaled-e1621049115128.jpg\" alt=\"How to start the chin tuck exercise for headaches on top of the head.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1368\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sit upright and look forward. (Place your finger on your chin and use it as a guide if needed.)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 2<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1369\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1369\" class=\"wp-image-1369 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-Tuck-Step-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Second step of chin tuck exercise for headaches on top of the head.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1369\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make a \u201cdouble chin\u201d and move the chin and head straight back.<\/p><\/div>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><b>How often?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 7 seconds. Do 10 reps, 3 sets. Daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keys to success:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look straight ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Common mistakes:<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1392\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1392\" class=\"wp-image-1392 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-Tuck-Mistake-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"This is a common chin tuck mistake when trying to heal your headache pain.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1392\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">People often look down or engage chest muscles.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>2. Assisted Neck Flexion Stretch<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Purpose:\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps loosen up the splenius capitis to promote blood flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 1<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1382\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1382\" class=\"wp-image-1382 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Assisted-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Step-1-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Assisted Neck Flexion Stretch for Headaches and Head Pain, Step 1\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/281;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1382\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sit looking forward.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 2<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1380\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1380\" class=\"wp-image-1380 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Assisted-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Step-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Assisted Neck Flexion Stretch Step 2\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1380\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Clasp your hands behind your head near the base of your skull. Bring your elbows forward. Gently bring your neck into a flexed (downward) position. The stretch should be felt at the base of the skull and down the neck.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>How often?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds and do 3 sets. Daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keys to success:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relax and exhale during the stretch<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Common mistakes:<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1383\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1383\" class=\"wp-image-1383 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Assisted-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Common-Mistake-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Assisted Neck Flexion Stretch Common Mistake\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1383\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pulling the neck down too hard.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>3. Chin to Armpit Stretch<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Purpose:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretches the levator scapulae and splenius capitis muscle (rotation and flexion component) which helps loosen up the muscle tissue to promote blood flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 1<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1386\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1386\" class=\"wp-image-1386 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-To-Armpit-Stretch-Step-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Look forward to start chin to armpit stretch.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/281;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1386\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sit looking forward.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 2<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1387\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1387\" class=\"wp-image-1387 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-to-Armpit-Stretch-Step-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Look toward your armpit for step 2 of the chin to armpit stretch\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1387\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">To stretch the right side of your neck, rotate your head towards the left. Point your chin towards your left armpit.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 3<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1388\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1388\" class=\"wp-image-1388 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-to-Armpit-Stretch-Step-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Bring your head down toward the armpit for step 3 of chin to armpit stretch.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1388\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Place your left hand on top of your head. Gently bring your head towards your left armpit. The stretch should be felt on the right back region of the neck. Repeat the steps to stretch the left side of your neck by first rotating your head towards the right.<\/p><\/div>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4><b>How often?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds and do 3 sets. Daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keys to success:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Point the chin towards the armpit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Common mistakes:<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1391\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1391\" class=\"wp-image-1391 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chin-To-Armpit-Stretch-Common-Mistake-With-X-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Common mistake while doing the chin to armpit stretch\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1391\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rotating the neck too far.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>4. Lateral Neck Flexion Stretch<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Purpose:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretches the trapezius and splenius capitis muscle (lateral component), which helps loosen up the muscle tissue to promote blood flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 1<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1394\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1394\" class=\"wp-image-1394 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Lateral-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Step-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Sit looking forward for lateral neck flexion stretch step 1.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/281;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1394\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sit looking forward.<\/p><\/div>\n<h4><b>Step 2<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1396\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1396\" class=\"wp-image-1396 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Lateral-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Step-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Bring your left year towards your left shoulder step 2 of the lateral neck flexion stretch for top of head headache pain.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1396\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">To stretch the right side of the neck, tilt your head left and bring your left ear towards your left shoulder.<\/p><\/div>\n<h4><b>Step 3<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1397\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1397\" class=\"wp-image-1397 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Lateral-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Step-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Lateral Neck Flexion Stretch Step 3 for headaches and top of head pain.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1397\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Place your left hand on top of your head. Gently bring your head towards your left shoulder. The stretch should be felt on the right aspect of the neck. Repeat the steps by tilting towards the right to stretch the left side of your neck.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>How often?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold for 30 seconds and do 3 sets. Daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keys to success:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring your ear towards your shoulder.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Common mistakes:<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1395\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1395\" class=\"wp-image-1395 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Lateral-Neck-Flexion-Stretch-Common-Mistake-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Shrugging the shoulders is a common mistake when doing the lateral neck flexion stretch for top of head pain.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1395\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shrugging the shoulders.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>5. Splenius Capitis Self-Massage<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Purpose<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Target the splenius capitis muscle which will breakdown trigger points that are caused by knots in the splenius capitis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 1<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1400\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1400\" class=\"wp-image-1400 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Splenius-Capitis-Self-Massage-Step-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Splenius Capitis Self-Massage Step 1\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1400\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wrap 2 lacrosse\/tennis balls in a towel so they can\u2019t roll around.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1399\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1399\" class=\"wp-image-1399 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Splenius-Capitis-Self-Massage-Step-1.5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Make sure the lacrosse balls don't roll around.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1399\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Wrap the lacrosse balls so they create a comfortable head rest.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Step 2<\/b><\/h4>\n<div id=\"attachment_1401\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1401\" class=\"wp-image-1401 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Splenius-Capitis-Self-Massage-Step-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Step 3 of Splenius Capitis Self-Massage for top of head and headache pain.\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1401\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lie down. Move the towel-wrapped-balls underneath the base of your skull. Gentle pressure should be felt at the base of your skull and the top of your neck.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>How often?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold it for 3 minutes. Do it every 2 to 3 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keys to success:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The placement of the ball is located at the base of the skull, centred in the space between the spine and ears.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Common mistakes:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locating the wrong muscle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>The Most Effective Treatments for Top of Head Headache<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are still feeling pain and headaches after finishing the exercises, then it\u2019s time to see a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/team\"><b>dedicated health professional<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to find an effective treatment that is tailor-made for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headaches on top of the head are caused by referral patterns from trigger points that develop in the splenius capitis muscle. Trigger points are the knots in the muscles. They are painful to touch and feel like nodules or tight bands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two most common causes of headaches on top of the head come from bad posture due to looking down at your phone, or sitting too much while working all day at a desk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s who to see to find lasting pain relief, based on your needs and preferences:<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Registered Acupuncturist or Acupuncture Provider<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes blood flow to the affected area(s) and slow, gentle release of trigger point(s).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Chiropractic:<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlocks restricted joints. These joints can cause muscle tension in the area, resulting in headaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Registered Massage Therapist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Release tight muscles with trigger point referral patterns that shoot up, resulting in a headache.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Come visit our clinic at Yonge and Eglinton and check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/services\">health services<\/a> such as acupuncture, chiropractic, and registered massage therapy if you are looking for the most effective treatments for headaches on top of the head.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><b>Recommended Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Headache on Top of Head<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable, long-term solutions to prevent future headaches on top of head are simple and easy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t look down when using your phone. Instead, bring your phone higher. If you have to look down at your phone, don\u2019t bend your neck forward.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up your desk with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nexushealthclinic.com\/community\/workplace-ergonomics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">proper desk ergonomics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get up from your desk every hour.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s work to finish but you&#8217;ve got a headache at the top of your head.\u00a0 You know that you&#8217;re working too much at your desk, but what can you do? The phone flashes and you look down.\u00a0 Great. Neck pain again. You\u2019re not alone. 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