Physical Therapist: 5 Things People Try For Headaches That Start In The Neck, And What Each One Really Does

Physical Therapist:
5 Things People Try For Headaches That Start In The Neck, And What Each One Really Does

by Kate P.

Last Updated Apr 2, 2026 

Summary: If your headache starts at the base of your skull, you’ve probably tried a few things already.
Physical therapists see this pattern all the time: the source is often the neck, so whatever works only on the head or the surface lasts a few hours.
Here’s what each common option does, what it doesn’t, and how FisioRest compares.

1. A Massage Gun Works On The Surface

It loosens the muscle you can reach, for a while. It doesn’t take any pressure off the top of your neck, so the tightness comes back.

 

FisioRest has vibration too, but under your neck, together with traction and heat.

 

“I’ve used other massagers, but they’re often too intense or bulky, causing more discomfort.” (Aaliyah N., verified buyer)

2. A Heating Pad Warms The Skin

Heat relaxes the surface muscles, and it feels good. But a heating pad has no traction and holds no position, so nothing changes at the top of your neck.

 

FisioRest has heat too, and adds traction at a 26-degree angle and vibration.

 

“...it is so much better than a heating pad as relief for a stiff neck.” (Robert C., verified buyer)

3. A Chiropractor Adjusts, One Visit At A Time

A chiropractor adjusts the joints, one visit at a time, $80 to $150 each. Many buyers went for years. What they say changed is being able to do something every day, at home.

 

“It has kept me from having to go to the chiropractor as much & when I told my chiropractor about it he said his wife has one!” (Joy D., verified buyer)

4. Physical Therapy Is The Right Approach, If You Can Keep Going

In physical therapy they combine gentle neck traction, heat and targeted vibration in the same session. That’s the approach that works on the neck.

 

The catch: 2 or 3 sessions a week, for months. Appointments take time, and most people eventually stop going.

 

“My physical therapist recommended that I use a massager on the days I didn’t go to therapy, so I decided to try this one.” (Alice B., verified buyer)

5. FisioRest Does The Same 3 Things, At Home

Gentle traction at a 26-degree angle, heat and vibration, together, under your neck. 15 minutes a day, lying down. No appointments, no co-pays, no driving.

 

“Physio, massage, chiropractic all helped to a degree. Fisiorest has been the first product to provide significant relief to me.” (Shelley T., verified buyer)

Side By Side

Massage gun: vibration, on the surface

Heating pad: heat, on the surface

Chiropractor: adjustments, one visit at a time

Physical therapy: traction, heat and vibration, 2 or 3 visits a week

FisioRest: traction, heat and vibration, at home, 15 minutes a day

 

Many people used physical therapy or a chiropractor for years before they found FisioRest. What they say changed is doing it every day, on their own schedule.

What The First Month Feels Like

Most people feel the heat and vibration loosen things up during the very first 15-minute session.

  • Week 1: that pressure at the base of your skull can start to ease. “I was able to feel a difference in my neck after first week.” (Chris B., verified buyer)
  • Week 2: the headaches can start to come less often. “No headaches since 2 weeks after buying it. It’s been 2 months now” (Victoria M., verified buyer)
  • Day 30: it can feel like someone switched your head back on. “I went from having daily headaches in the afternoon after sitting at my desk all day, to none!” (Shannon J., verified buyer)

It goes under your neck, not your skull, because that’s where it starts.

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Olivia Brown

Can anybody vouch for this?

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Sophia Davis

I’ve had cervical pain for years. Spent years of bad posture at work, always hunched over. I honestly didn’t think anything would help long-term. This device surprised me. After 15 minutes, my neck and shoulders finally relaxed. It’s become my daily ritual now.

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Emma Wilson

I bought mine for the full price and now they're 51% off? That's not fair!

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Ava Thomas

How long does shipping take??

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Isabella Jackson

Hey Ava, got mine after a week.

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Ethan Sullivan

Got this for my wife, she’s had constant neck pain and headaches for years from a bulging disc. After just a couple days, she said it was the first time her neck didn’t feel “locked up.” She uses it every evening before bed now.

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Mia White

Hey Charlotte, this is what you need instead of the expensive massage sessions

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Charlotte Taylor

Wow, this is crazy, have ordered one now!

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Michael Rivera

Did you buy one? How long does it take to get it?

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Amelia Moore

For me 7 business days.

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I waited too long to get this. The warmth and massage combo is honestly perfect. I use it every night now, it helps my muscles let go and I sleep way better.

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Evelyn Martinez

Wow looks amazing, does anyone actually have one and has it been tested?

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Lily Johnson

I sit at a desk all day and my neck was constantly tight and tingling by 3pm. This helps loosen everything up. The heat + stretch feels amazing after work. Really glad I gave it a shot.

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Madison Clark

Just ordered mine, fingers crossed it helps. Tired of tossing and turning all night from the neck pain.

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Ella Lewis

I want one so bad, I'm gonna buy it this weekend when my paycheck hits

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Avery Walker

Does anyone know how long the shipping takes? Want to buy one for my friend.

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Scarlett Hall

Hey Avery, mine arrived after about a week

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Grace Lee

Your friend will be happy! Perfect gift

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Mark Young

This thing really surprised me. The heat is strong (in a good way), and it’s not heavy or bulky like other ones we’ve tried. My wife uses it every night now and says it’s the only thing that helps her unwind. Plus, it arrived quickly and didn’t cost a fortune. Win-win.

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I absolutely love this device. It feels amazing after a long day 

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I was honestly skeptical at first… but I’m so glad I gave it a try. It felt a little bulky the first time, but after a couple uses, I got used to it and now I love it. The heat feels amazing, the massage is relaxing, and it’s become part of my nightly routine. Even on days I’m not in pain, I still use it to unwind. I’ve already told a few friends and they’re ordering theirs too.

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I absolutely love my massager, had to get one for my daughter today since she wont stop using mine!

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So glad they had some left today. I grabbed one right away. Last time they sold out before I could order, and I wasn’t about to miss it again!

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