Neck Pain & Tension Headache Treatment in Wandsworth

Stiff neck most mornings. A dull ache by the end of the workday that creeps up into a headache. Turning to check your blind spot and feeling it catch.

Neck pain is one of the most common problems we treat, and for most people it is closely tied to how they spend their days. Long hours at a screen, a phone held low, a desk setup that was never quite right. The good news is that this kind of neck pain usually responds very well to the right treatment.

At Heal Therapy & Rehab in Wandsworth, we find out what is driving your neck pain, settle it down, and give you a plan so it stops being a daily background ache.

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Why your neck hurts, and why it becomes headaches

The neck and the base of the skull share a lot of nerve supply, which is why neck tension so often turns into a tension headache that sits at the back of the head or behind the eyes. The usual drivers we see

Stiff joints in the upper neck from sustained desk and screen postures

Tight, overworked muscles across the upper shoulders and base of the skull

A forward head position that leaves the neck holding the weight of your head at a poor angle for hours

Weakness in the deep neck and upper back muscles that should be sharing the load

How we treat it

Ease the tension.

Hands on treatment, gentle joint work and soft tissue therapy to release the tight muscles and restore movement to the stiff segments. This is often where the headaches start to settle.

Address the cause.

We look at your desk setup, your screen habits and how you actually sit through a day, and give you practical changes that fit your work rather than vague advice to sit up straight.

Build resilience.

Targeted strength work for the neck and upper back so the area can handle long days without seizing up. This is what stops the pain returning every busy week.

Most people notice a real difference within the first few sessions, with lasting change over 6 to 12 weeks as the strength work takes hold.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can neck tension really cause headaches?

Yes, very commonly. Tension type and cervicogenic headaches come from the neck, and treating the neck often settles them.

Is it my pillow or my desk?

Both can contribute. We help you work out what is actually driving yours rather than guessing, and tell you if a change is worth making.

Should I worry about my neck pain?

Most neck pain is not serious. Certain symptoms, such as pain after a significant injury, or pain with dizziness, numbness or arm weakness, need proper assessment, and we screen for these at your first visit.

Will it keep coming back?

Not if we address the cause rather than just easing the symptoms. The strength and setup changes are what make the difference last.

Based in Wandsworth, Southwest London

A short walk from Wandsworth Town Station and Southside Shopping Centre. Easy access from Earlsfield, Clapham Junction, and surrounding areas.