I work a stressful job. I suffer from muscle tightness and spasms in my neck. Can tight muscles in the neck and occipital area cause soreness behind the eyes?
2007-06-25 06:19:36 · 5 answers · asked by Laura J 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
unsure about soreness behind the eyes(brain pain?). But if muscles spasms are your problem they're caused by lack of water. Make sure you're drinking water during the day 64oz every 24 hours is the average reccommended amount depending on body size and amount of exercise you get.
Also be sure to take a multivitamin and try to get some potassium in your diet as it helps to regulate fluid. Good sources of potassium include potatoes and bananas.
Also try to get at least some exercise during the day as it will help to regulate stress.
2007-06-25 06:30:12 · answer #1 · answered by icpooreman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have something called myofascial pain syndrome. It began exactly as you describe. Yes, tightness of the SCM (sternocleidomastoid) muscles can cause soreness behind the eyes, other headaches, dizziness, etc.
It would be well worth it for you to take some steps now to keep your problem from progressing. Consider physical therapy and/or occupational therapy and making your workstation more ergonomic. If necessary, consider a less stressful job. Your health is more important.
Good luck.
2007-06-25 06:31:19 · answer #2 · answered by vita64 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sounds more like sinus problems. Especially this time of year with all the pollens etc in the air.
2007-06-25 06:22:23 · answer #3 · answered by randy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes.
try getting some lavender and sniff it while at work.
when you get home, rub some lavender mixed with peppermint and rub it where its tight.
2007-06-25 06:23:19 · answer #4 · answered by Himiko 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the doc.
2007-06-25 06:22:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋