Headaches & Concussion Support

We look at the connections between your neck, jaw, movement and nervous system to understand what may be contributing to your symptoms.

Headaches can have many different contributing factors, including

Tension or reduced movement through the neck and upper back,
Changes in the jaw and facial muscles associated with orthodontic treatment
Clenching or grinding of the teeth, or
After a impact to the head

The nervous system can also play an important role. When the body is under increased stress or remains in a heightened state of alert, it can become more sensitive to normal physical sensations, potentially contributing to or amplifying headache symptoms.

At Invicta Osteopathy, we take a whole-body approach to understanding your headaches. We assess the relationship between the neck, jaw, head, breathing and nervous system, and use gentle hands-on treatment alongside movement and other appropriate strategies to address the factors that may be contributing to your symptoms.

Even after the initial impact has passed, some people experience ongoing headaches, dizziness, neck tension, fatigue, brain fog, sensitivity to light or sound, sleep disruption or difficulty returning to their usual activities.

At Invicta Osteopathy, we take a gentle, whole-body approach to supporting recovery. Cranial osteopathy may be incorporated alongside treatment of the neck and body to address areas of tension or altered movement that may be contributing to symptoms. Where appropriate, this can be combined with breathing, movement and graded exercise strategies to help gradually rebuild your tolerance and confidence.

Every concussion is different, so treatment is adapted to the individual and to where they are in their recovery. Our goal is to support your body's ability to adapt while helping you gradually return to the activities and lifestyle that matter to you.

Osteopathy is complementary care and does not replace medical concussion assessment or management. If you have experienced a recent head injury, appropriate medical assessment should be sought, particularly if symptoms are new, worsening or concerning.