Unexpected Cause of Back Pain — It Might Be Your Eyes

Do you ever feel like your back pain keeps coming back, no matter how many massages you get?Here’s the surprising truth: the real cause might be eye fatigue.

“Wait… my eyes? But my back is what hurts!”We get it — that sounds strange. But stay with us for a moment.

👁️ When Your Eyes Are Tired, Your Posture Changes

Think about what happens when your eyes are tired.Do you lean forward toward your screen?Does your neck stick out or your posture start to collapse a little?

That’s it.That small misalignment can be enough to put extra strain on your neck, shoulders, and even your lower back.

Staring at a computer or smartphone for hours causes the muscles around your eyes and head to tighten.That tension spreads through the fascia — the connective tissue — linking your head, neck, shoulders, and back.Over time, this tension can lead to stiffness, poor posture, and pain.

🔁 The “Eye–Posture–Back Pain” Cycle

Even if you massage your back thoroughly,if the root cause — eye fatigue — remains,your posture will keep collapsing, and the pain will return.

It’s like polishing the faucet while the pipes underneath are rusty —no matter how shiny the outside looks, the water will still come out dirty.

To truly restore a clean, healthy flow (your body’s balance),you have to address the source.

💆‍♀️ What We Do at YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage

At YUE Head Acupuncture & Massage in Nihonbashi, Tokyo,we combine acupuncture-based theory with professional head massage and dry head spa techniquesto release tension from the eyes and scalp — easing strain from the neck, shoulders, and back.

By improving blood flow to the scalp and relaxing the nervous system,our clients often notice:

• Relief from eye strain and heaviness

• Looser neck and shoulders

• Better focus and mental clarity

• Reduced lower back tightness

  
  

🧘‍♀️ In Summary

If you want to get rid of back pain for good,　start by taking care of your eyes.

When your head and vision are relaxed,　your posture naturally improves — and your body follows.

If you’ve ever thought, “My back pain always comes back,”　try starting your recovery from the head.

(Of course, if your back pain comes from physical injury or overexertion, please treat that directly.)

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