Often the result of problems arising from the neck. Common causes can be postural related issues from sitting for long periods of time at a desk, long distance driving and other postural changes. These types of headache usually affect the base of the skull or one or both sides of the head and are usually dull and achy.

A severe, often sharp headache usually accompanied by other symptoms such as increased sensitivity to light or sound, nausea or visual disturbances. Problems affecting the vertebrae (bones of the spine) in the neck can cause headaches and can be a contributory factor in migraines. Often caused by trigger factors such as stress, hormonal changes and blood sugar changes.

Can feel like a tight band around the head, quite often associated with muscular origin and trigger points. The pain felt is usually even and is not accompanied by nausea, increased sensitivity to light or sound or visual disturbances. They are often caused by postural changes, stress, previous neck injuries and lack of rest or sleep.