Tension Headache Relief in Langford BC

Over 70% of chronic headaches originate in the neck, base of the skull, and upper shoulders. Our clinical Registered Massage Therapy in Langford deactivates tight suboccipital trigger points and restores cervical mobility to stop headache pain at its source.

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CLINICAL MECHANISM

Why Suboccipital Trigger Points Cause "Band of Pressure" Headaches

When working at computers or driving, forward-head posture forces the small muscles at the base of your skull (suboccipitals) to contract constantly to keep your eyes level. This creates radiating referral pain patterns:

Suboccipital Muscle Release (C1-C2 Spine)

Gentle manual traction and ischemic compression at the occipital ridge to decompress the greater occipital nerve, using specialized deep tissue techniques.
Upper Trapezius & Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) Deactivation

Releasing the "coat hanger" tension pattern across the top of the shoulders that refers pain behind the eyes and temples. Also check our neck and shoulder pain guide.
Jaw & Masseter Fascial Balancing

Stress clenching magnifies temple headaches. We integrate gentle cranial and TMJ myofascial release when jaw clenching accompanies headache episodes.

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CLINICAL ASSESSMENT FOCUS

Cervical & Cranial Assessment Protocol

What to expect during your appointment:

1. Cervical Rotation Test: Measuring side-to-side neck mobility and facet joint stiffness.

2. Trigger Point Mapping: Pinpointing the exact trigger points in the upper traps, levator scapulae, and temporalis.

3. Suboccipital Decompression: Sustained finger-tip traction beneath the base of the skull to relax deep cranial fascia.

4. Ergonomic Coaching: Setting up your desk height and monitor angle to prevent recurring postural fatigue.

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Convenient Wale Road Location (Free Parking)

Located inside Coastal Offices at 132–328 Wale Rd #120, Colwood/Langford border. Free ground-level parking stalls directly in front of the clinic.

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