
Headaches that start in your neck or come with tight shoulders? Get examined to find out if your neck is part of the problem.
It can help with some headaches, mainly tension type headaches and headaches that start in the neck. A chiropractor checks your neck, upper back and posture, then builds a plan that can include adjustments, soft tissue work and exercises. Sudden, severe or unusual headaches need a medical doctor first.

MedlinePlus advises getting medical help right away for a headache after a head injury, or a headache with a stiff neck, fever, confusion or fainting.
Neck pain with your headaches? See our neck pain chiropractor page.
| Sign | What to do |
|---|---|
| Sudden, severe headache, the worst of your life | Call 911 or go to the ER |
| Headache after a head injury or car crash | Get checked for a concussion first |
| Headache with fever, stiff neck, confusion or fainting | Get emergency care |
| Recurring headaches with neck stiffness | Book a chiropractic exam |
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It is a headache that starts from a problem in the neck. The pain is often felt at the back of the head and can spread toward the forehead or behind the eyes.
Migraines have many causes and should be diagnosed by a medical doctor. If neck tension is one of your triggers, chiropractic care may be part of your plan along with your doctor’s advice.
No doctor referral is needed to see a chiropractor in Texas. Some health plans require one for coverage.
Book an exam at our Dallas or Lewisville clinic.
Page updated October 23, 2026. Reviewed by the Longhorn Injury and Rehab Centers clinical team.
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