How Can A Backache Give You A Headache?

I have a new client that suffers from headaches. She works at a computer and claims that her back is uncomfortable most of the time, but that her major complaint is headaches. She has been examined by her doctor who prescribed medication for the headaches, and suggested giving her eyes a break from the computer screen, but couldn't come up with a concrete diagnosis.

On her first visit, I found her Trapezius to be exceptionally tight and knotty. Most of her tension and tightness was in her thoracic area (mid back). On her second visit, she claimed that her headaches were fewer, and only happened at the end of the day.

Her third visit was a week ago, right before leaving on her vacation. I spent a lot of time on her Trapezius, and when she left, she was pretty relaxed and her muscles felt smooth. I just got a call from her at here desk on her first day back. Her vacation was pain-free and she is relieved to know that her headaches can now be managed.

I have included a nice rendering of a problematic Trapezius. As you can see, what goes on in your back can be nagging at your head. By pulling back on her skull, the placement of her head and neck were fighting back.

I always recommend that you see your doctor for headaches, but in the end, the solution can often be found in surrounding areas. It's great to be back to work!

Settling In

Wow. It's been a long time coming. We sold the house in Parachute in March, moved into a rental in Grand Junction in March, shopped for a place to live, moved into a little house, planted garden stuff in pots, and have finally moved into our cool home. Whew. I'm sitting down now.  The veggies are in the ground, we're moved out of storage, and best of all, Al and I have room for all of our stuff.

Al works for a local plumbing company. He's in shock after driving 85 miles one way each day! He sometimes comes home for lunch now.  He has a big shop, a writing office, a place for his camper, and he's unpacking stuff a little at a time. He's as happy as a clam.

Our new house has a massage room that I swear was built for me! It's a separate studio with nice windows and plenty of room. I'm thrilled to be back to work part time and planting vegetables everywhere!