Can a chiropractor fix headaches?

Yes. Many headaches — including tension headaches and cervicogenic headaches — are caused by restrictions and muscle tension in the neck and upper spine. At Touchpoint Chiropractic in Revesby, we identify the root cause of your headaches using a thorough assessment including sEMG scans and postural analysis, then create a personalised treatment plan for lasting relief rather than just masking symptoms.

What causes headaches and migraines?

Headaches can have many causes including neck and shoulder tension, spinal misalignment, poor posture, stress, dehydration, and jaw clenching. Cervicogenic headaches originate directly from the neck and are very common in people who sit at desks or look at screens for long periods. Identifying the specific cause is key to effective, lasting treatment.

How many chiropractic sessions does it take to get rid of headaches?

Many patients notice significant improvement within the first few visits. However, for long-term relief, a corrective care plan is recommended to address the underlying structural cause. At Touchpoint Chiropractic, we track your progress objectively with sEMG scans and posture assessments so you can see exactly how you're improving.

Is chiropractic care safe for headaches?

Yes. Chiropractic is a natural, drug-free approach to treating headaches and is considered safe when performed by a registered chiropractor. At Touchpoint Chiropractic in Revesby, all our chiropractors are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and conduct a thorough assessment before beginning any treatment.

What is the difference between a tension headache and a migraine?

Tension headaches typically feel like a dull, pressing pain around the forehead or the back of the head and neck, often caused by muscle tension. Migraines are usually more intense, often one-sided, and can involve nausea, visual disturbances, and sensitivity to light and sound. Both can have a spinal or muscular component that chiropractic care can address effectively.

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Headaches: When your neck may be the cause

Dull aching pain in your head?
Tenderness in your neck, shoulders, and scalp?
Tightness or pressure on your forehead or the side of your head?
Throbbing sensation in your head?
Visual disturbances?
Sensitivity to light and noises?

Many tension-type and neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches are linked to stiffness or muscle tension in the neck and upper back. Chiropractic care may help some people. We assess first, explain what we find and refer you to your GP if we think something else is going on.

Types of headaches

Tension type
Neck related (cervicogenic)
Migraine

Causes of headaches and migraines

Poor posture (head forward of shoulders
Prolonged sitting positions
Dehydration
Trauma or accidents such as whiplash
Stress
Dietary triggers (dark chocolate, red wine)
Dysfunction in the cervical spine
Underlying disease or pathology (rare)

Treating headaches and migraines at Touchpoint:

At Touchpoint Chiropractic in Revesby, we aim to locate the cause of your headache so we treat the problem at its core. Serving patients from Bankstown, Condell Park, Padstow and surrounding suburbs, our chiropractors commonly find that headaches originate from the upper neck or jaw — both of which we can help you with. Sometimes this involves a referral to a medical doctor to gather further info, but most of the time we can get you relief fast.

This page is written by Charles Williams (chiropractor) AHPRA registered. Last reviewed October 27, 2026.

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