Feeling Foggy and Tired? 3 Things to Check + The Upper Neck Connection

Описание: If you feel foggy, can’t focus, and you’re constantly tired—especially if it’s paired with neck tension, headaches, or dizziness—don’t just power through it. There’s usually a pattern.

In this quick video, we break down what people mean by “brain fog” (it’s not a diagnosis—it’s a cluster of symptoms like poor concentration, slower thinking, low mental clarity, and fatigue) and the first four drivers to check: sleep quality, stress load, hydration/caffeine patterns, and nutrition timing.

We also cover when brain fog is worth evaluating more closely—especially when it shows up with frequent headaches, dizziness/imbalance, persistent neck tightness or reduced motion, symptoms after a fall/car accident/concussion, or when it’s new or worsening.

Upper cervical connection: Your neck sends constant position feedback to your brain to help coordinate posture and balance. When the neck—especially the upper neck—is stiff, irritated, or stressed, some people notice headaches, a “floaty” feeling, and trouble focusing after long screen time. That doesn’t mean the neck is always the cause—but it can be a contributing piece when the pattern matches.

Try this for the next 7–14 days:

Raise screens to eye level and limit long stretches of looking down

Take a 60–120 second movement break every hour (stand, walk, roll shoulders, breathe)

Set a baseline for sleep and hydration (consistent bedtime/wake time, water before caffeine, avoid late-day caffeine)

If brain fog is persistent, talk with your primary care provider about what testing makes sense for you (often thyroid, B12/iron, vitamin D, blood sugar patterns, sleep quality, and a medication review).

Seek urgent medical care for sudden confusion, fainting, severe dizziness or severe headache, weakness/numbness, slurred speech, vision changes, fever with stiff neck, or symptoms that start abruptly and worsen quickly.

To learn more and find a local upper cervical doctor, visit UpperCervicalCare.com and click “Find a Doctor.”