Tension Headaches and Desk Posture
Tension Headaches and Desk Posture: How to Find Relief
If you’re regularly dealing with tension headaches or posture-related pain while working at a desk, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to just push through it. As a mobile chiropractor in Bastrop, I help busy people find simple ways to reduce daily stress on the nervous system, starting with one of the most overlooked triggers: your desk.
What Are Tension Headaches?
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache — and they often come from muscle tension in the neck, upper back, and shoulders. These headaches usually feel like:
A tight band around your head
Pressure behind the eyes or at the base of your skull
An ache that worsens throughout the day
Why it matters: Your nervous system is constantly responding to posture, movement, and stress. When that system is stuck in “on” mode (sympathetic overdrive), tension builds — and headaches follow.
Mayo Clinic – Tension Headaches
How Poor Desk Posture Contributes to Headaches
Common posture stressors:
Head leaning forward toward the screen
Slumped or unsupported low back
Rounded shoulders and a tight chest
Jaw clenching or teeth grinding
When your head shifts even one inch forward, it adds 10–12 lbs of strain to your neck. Multiply that over hours (or days), and your nervous system gets overwhelmed — especially if you’re already stressed, dehydrated, or under-slept.
Quick Check:
Look at your current desk posture. Are your eyes level with the top third of your monitor? Are your feet flat and your spine supported? If not, your setup could be contributing to chronic tension headaches.
Simple Shifts to Improve Your Desk Setup
As a mobile chiropractor in Bastrop, I work with clients on improving their ergonomic desk setup to reduce strain and support long-term health. Here are a few foundational shifts you can make today:
Top 5 Adjustments for Headache Relief
Raise your monitor to eye level
Support your low back with a cushion or lumbar roll
Keep your feet flat and knees at hip level
Take movement breaks every 30–60 minutes
Breathe deep — especially during moments of overwhelm
Harvard Health: Posture and Pain
Want help making these changes at your workspace? I offer on-site ergonomic support as part of my mobile care services. Book here.
How Chiropractic Care Helps with Tension Headaches
Desk strain doesn’t just cause sore muscles — it dysregulates your nervous system. My care goes beyond adjustments by helping:
Calm overactive stress responses
Improve spinal motion and alignment
Reduce muscle tension and nerve irritation
Whether you’re working from home or bouncing between meetings, I bring care to you. This means you can stay consistent without squeezing in another errand.
📍 If you’re looking for a mobile chiropractor in Bastrop to help with tension headaches or posture-related stress, I’ve got you.
Let’s Create a Desk Setup That Works For You
Your posture matters. So does your nervous system. And they’re talking to each other all day long.
If you're tired of popping Advil for another tension headache or adjusting your chair for the tenth time, let’s work together. I offer:
Personalized mobile chiropractic care
Desk posture and ergonomic setup sessions
Nervous system-based support to help you feel more at ease in your body
Book your session today
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