Cervical Nerve Compression: Could This Be the Cause of Your Headaches?
As a busy executive mum, juggling work responsibilities and family life is already overwhelming. But when persistent headaches start interfering with your productivity and energy levels, everything feels even more exhausting. You might be blaming stress, lack of sleep, or screen time for your headaches, but have you ever considered that your neck might be the real culprit? Cervical nerve compression occurs when nerves in your neck become pinched or irritated and this could be the underlying cause of your chronic headaches. If you often experience headaches that start from the base of your skull and radiate to your forehead, temples, or even behind your eyes, it’s time to take a closer look at your cervical spine. Lets discuss more in this blog. 

What Is Cervical Nerve Compression?
Your cervical spine or neck consists of vertebrae, discs, and nerves that control movement and sensation in your head, neck and upper body. When the nerves exiting your cervical spine become compressed due to poor posture, disc herniation, arthritis, or muscle tightness, it can trigger cervicogenic headaches, a type of headache caused by neck dysfunction.

Signs That Cervical Nerve Compression Might Be Causing Your Headaches:
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms along with headaches, your neck could be to blame: 
  • Pain at the base of your skull that radiates to the forehead or eyes
  • Neck stiffness or pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or screen time
  • Tingling or numbness in your shoulders, arms, or hands
  • Increased headache intensity after a long workday or stressful tasks
  • Reduced neck mobility, making it difficult to turn your head


Here are some of the common causes of cervical nerve compression:
Forward Head Posture – Leaning forward while working on your laptop or phone puts extra strain on your cervical spine, leading to nerve irritation.

Prolonged Sitting or standing – Slouching for long hours at your desk or in meetings can compress the nerves in your neck. 

Disc Herniation or Degeneration – Wear and tear over time can cause the spinal discs to bulge, putting pressure on nerves.

Muscle Tension & Stress – Tight muscles in the neck and shoulders can lead to nerve irritation, resulting in headaches.

Here are some easy tips to relieve cervical nerve compression and cervicogenic headaches:
Improve Your Posture – Keep your computer screen at eye level and avoid looking down at your phone for long periods.

Take Breaks & Stretch – Gentle neck stretches and posture resets throughout the day can prevent nerve compression.

Use a Supportive Pillow – Ensure your pillow keeps your neck in a neutral position to avoid excessive strain.

Strengthen Your Neck & Core – A strong core and neck muscles provide better spinal support and reduce nerve pressure.

Reduce Inflammation – Applying hot or cold packs can help relieve tension and inflammation in the cervical spine.

If you suspect cervical nerve compression is contributing to your headaches, don’t ignore it. Addressing the root cause is key to lasting relief! For a step-by-step approach to managing cervicogenic headaches and nerve pain, check out my course:


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MEET SWATI

 
Hi there! 
I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach and a Certified Posture Expert. I use my proven system to help mums of younger kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage their back, neck, and nerve pains, despite low energy levels and brain fog. I do all this without taking away a big chunk of their time out of their already busy day. This enables them to be more productive and capable professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can focus on their kids instead of always being distracted by pain. 



My passion for helping executive mums stems from my own experiences. I have been in the same boat and understand the frustration and helplessness of being in constant pain or being afraid to engage in activities due to the fear of pain. After two pregnancies in the span of three years and juggling my two kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was constantly in pain. The weight gain from motherhood added extra stress to my already overburdened spine and joints. I was stuck in a vicious cycle of weight loss and spinal/nerve pain that I just couldn’t break free from.

On top of the physical pain, I also suffered from adrenal fatigue. I often felt exhausted, waking up groggy even after a full night’s (10 to 12 plus hours!) sleep, and struggled with low energy levels and brain fog. Simple tasks became challenging, and I found myself forgetting things and unable to think clearly. It was incredibly frustrating and made it even harder to balance my professional responsibilities and family life.

My work involved long hours of standing during the day, prolonged hours on the laptop in the evening, and lots of running around and rocking my kids to sleep in between. Despite my knowledge and expertise in pain relief, I still found myself unable to escape the constant daily pain and fatigue.

Sitting at a desk job from 9 to 5, or longer, plus endless meetings that seem to go on forever. The frequent traveling, the uncomfortable hotel pillows that make it impossible to get a good night’s sleep—I’ve experienced it all. I remember not being able to share my discomfort at work because I felt like an imposter, talking about pain relief strategies and focusing on work while I was not able to achieve it myself. I didn’t disclose the extent of my pain and forgetfulness to my colleagues for years. Even though I loved my kids and my job, I couldn’t give 100% to either. The discomfort held me back from reaching my full potential, making me feel guilty as a mum and less productive at work. I felt like I was constantly running on empty, unable to catch a break from the pain and exhaustion.

finally got fed up after years of trying and decided to make a New Year’s resolution to get ‘healthy’ instead of focusing solely on my pain, fatigue, forgetfulness, and weight loss. When I shifted my focus to getting healthier by reducing the inflammation in my body and addressing my adrenal fatigue, the pain started to decrease, my energy levels and focus improved, and the pounds started shedding off too! That, of course, meant a happier spine, nerves, joints, and a happier me! Today, my neck, back, and nerve pain are down to zero, my knee pain has reduced by 75%, my brain fog has reduced drastically and my energy levels are higher than ever. I realized that I had been focusing on the wrong solutions for over a decade!

Now, my mission is to share my knowledge of pain relief and managing adrenal fatigue along with my personal experience with other mums, especially those with younger kids who work in high-stress executive jobs. My goal is to help you find lasting relief, boost your energy, and reclaim your life, just as I did. 

If you can relate to all this, you are not alone. As a mum, I have been there and done that—momma, I got you! I’ve helped hundreds of mums in this situation over the years find their solution to manage spinal and joint pains, low energy levels, and brain fog that hold them back. This enables them to feel confidently in control and empowers them to cultivate that confidence and productivity at work and enjoy being with their kids, to be able to run around with them without the fear of injury or pain.

Are you ready for this journey? Ask me how if you are curious.

Let's DO THIS!
xx Swati
** Executive Mum Power Coach **

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