Whorton Therapy, LLC
Chronic Headache Treatment in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
You've tried medication, maybe even a neurologist, and the headaches keep coming back. For many people, the real driver isn't in the head at all. It's in the neck. Cervicogenic headaches originate from the joints, muscles, and nerves of the upper neck and refer pain up into the head, temples, and behind the eyes.
Dr. Lance Whorton, DMin, MSPT, MTC, CMTPT/PT uses a six-driver assessment framework, evaluating muscle, joint, nervous system, and recovery factors, to identify what's actually driving your specific headaches, then treats the cause directly with dry needling, manual therapy, and NEUBIE neuromuscular therapy. This approach is backed by his own published research in the Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapy.
Cash-pay, no referral required.
Head and Neck Pain
A typical therapy session consists of: manual treatment, education and exercise instruction to help address your specific issue. We may also recommend dry needling if indicated. This combination of care will help decrease your pain, restore normal joint function and allow you to enjoy your life!
How We Find Your Headache Driver
Your evaluation looks at six possible drivers of your headaches:
1. Muscle tension in the neck, jaw, and shoulders
2. Joint dysfunction in the upper cervical spine
3. Nervous system sensitization
4. Sleep and recovery habits
5. Posture and daily movement patterns
6. Stress and autonomic nervous system regulation
Once we identify your primary driver, we build a treatment plan around it, so you're treating the actual cause, not just masking the pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my headaches are coming from my neck? Cervicogenic headaches typically start at the base of the skull or one side of the neck and radiate to the temple, forehead, or behind the eye, often worsened by neck movement, desk work, or phone use.
Is dry needling effective for headaches? Yes, it targets the suboccipital and cervical muscles that commonly refer pain into the head, and is supported by published research as an effective treatment.
Do I need a referral? No, you can schedule directly since Whorton Therapy is cash-pay.