YOGYAKARTA - Back headaches often feel annoying because the pain appears in areas close to the neck and spine. Many people consider this complaint to be the result of ordinary fatigue, although there are various factors that can be the trigger. By understanding the causes of back headaches, you can more easily determine the right treatment steps while preventing pain from coming back.
One of the most common causes of a headache in the back is tension in the neck and shoulder muscles. This condition is common for those of you who sit for too long, work in front of a computer screen, or rarely change body position. Stiff muscles can press on the nerves around the neck, causing pain that spreads to the back of the head.
Tension headache or tension headache usually gives a feeling like your head is being pressed or tied. This pain often feels behind the head and appears when you are stressed, sleep-deprived, or mentally exhausted. Although not always severe, this type of headache can last quite a while and interfere with activities.
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Occipital neuralgia occurs when the occipital nerve, which stretches from the neck to the scalp, is irritated. Citing Healthline, Tuesday, December 16, the headache behind this condition often feels sharp, stabbing, or like an electric shock. The pain usually starts at the base of the neck and then spreads up the head.
The habit of bowing down when using a cell phone or bending over when working can trigger a headache in the back. Uneven body posture makes the neck and shoulders work harder, so that over time it causes tension and pain in the back of the head.
Cervicogenic headaches come from disorders in the neck structures, such as joints, muscles, or the upper spine. The pain usually starts in the neck and then spreads to the back of the head. In some people, moving the neck can make the pain worse.
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Although often known as pain on one side of the head, migraines can also cause a headache in the back. This type of pain is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, sensitivity to light, or sound. The intensity can be quite strong and last for hours to days.
A sharp increase in blood pressure can trigger a headache in the back with a heavy or throbbing sensation. Although it is not always accompanied by other symptoms, this condition should not be ignored because it can be a sign that your blood pressure is not under control.
Sleeping positions that make the neck bend or the use of pillows that are not suitable can also be a cause of back headaches. When the neck does not get good support throughout the night, the muscles can tense up and trigger pain when you wake up.
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Back pain can be triggered by various things, ranging from daily habits to certain health conditions. By recognizing the causes of back pain, you can take more appropriate preventive measures, such as correcting posture, managing stress, and maintaining rest patterns. If the pain often recurs, is heavier, or is accompanied by other worrying symptoms, you should consult a medical professional to get the right treatment.
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