What Causes a Right Sided Headache?
A persistent right sided headache can be more than just stress or a migraine. Many people suffering from a right sided headache are actually dealing with underlying issues involving the neck, jaw, muscles, or nerves. At Pursuit Physical Therapy, we commonly see patients with chronic right sided headache symptoms that are coming from TMJ dysfunction or cervicogenic headaches originating from the cervical spine.
TMJ Dysfunction and Right Sided Headache
One of the most common causes of a right sided headache is temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. The TMJ connects your jaw to your skull, and when the muscles or joint become irritated, pain can refer into the temple, side of the head, behind the eye, or face.
Patients with TMJ-related right sided headache symptoms may also experience:
- Jaw clicking or popping
- Teeth grinding or clenching
- Facial tightness
- Ear pain or pressure
- Pain with chewing
TMJ dysfunction is often overlooked, leaving many people struggling with recurring right sided headache symptoms for months or years without addressing the true root cause.
Cervicogenic Headache and Neck Dysfunction
Another major cause of a right sided headache is a cervicogenic headache. This type of headache originates from the neck and upper cervical spine. Restricted joints, muscle tension, poor posture, and irritation of the upper cervical nerves can all trigger pain that travels into one side of the head.
Common signs of a cervicogenic right sided headache include:
- Pain starting at the base of the skull
- Neck stiffness or tightness
- Headaches worsening with sitting or desk work
- Pain behind the eye or temple
- Limited neck mobility
Many people do not realize their right sided headache may actually be caused by dysfunction in the neck rather than the head itself.
How Pursuit Physical Therapy Can Help
At Pursuit Physical Therapy, we specialize in identifying the root cause of a right sided headache rather than simply masking symptoms. Our one-on-one evaluations assess the cervical spine, TMJ, posture, muscle tension, and movement patterns to determine what is truly driving your pain.
Treatment may include:
- Manual therapy
- TMJ treatment
- Cervical spine treatment
- Dry needling
- Postural correction
- Mobility and strengthening exercises
- Root-cause movement assessment
Call Pursuit Physical Therapy Today
If you are struggling with a chronic right sided headache, TMJ pain, or neck-related headaches, our team at Pursuit Physical Therapy in Orlando is here to help. We focus on personalized one-on-one care designed to find the root cause and help you achieve lasting relief.
Call Pursuit Physical Therapy today to schedule your evaluation and start addressing the true cause of your right sided headache.
