What exactly is a cervicogenic headache, and could it be the diagnosis that's been missing all along?

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains one of the most overlooked diagnoses in headache care—a headache that originates from the neck. He discusses why neck dysfunction is frequently mistaken for migraine, why imaging often fails to identify the real problem, and how using the right language with your healthcare providers could completely change your treatment approach.

You'll learn:

• What a cervicogenic headache is
• Why neck problems are often mistaken for migraines
• How neck dysfunction can refer pain into the head, face, and behind the eye
• Why X-rays and MRIs don't always identify the underlying issue
• Questions to ask your doctor or physical therapist
• Why improving neck function may help reduce headaches instead of simply masking symptoms

Plus, Dr. Taves answers listener questions about:

• Chronic headaches after whiplash
• Migraines triggered by lifting grocery bags
• Whether triptans prove you have migraines
• Daily headaches that start behind one eye

If you've been told everything looks "normal" but you're still living with headaches or migraines, this episode may change the way you think about your diagnosis—and your path toward recovery.

👉 Get your questions about neck-related headaches, cervicogenic headaches, migraine symptoms, and finding the root cause answered inside our Free Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about 👉

Novera: Headache Center