If no correlation exists between the variables, the points appear randomly scattered on the coordinate plane. If a large correlation exists, the points concentrate near a straight line. Scatter plots are useful data visualization tools for illustrating a trend. If the vertical (or y-axis) variable increases as the horizontal (or x-axis) variable increases, the correlation is positive.
Whiplash Whiplash, a severe neck injury, can cause stiffness and pain in the neck, headache, dizziness, and more. Aortic stenosis Aortic stenosis is a condition of the heart causing shortness of breath, dizziness, or chest pain.
Conditions that result in neck pain can trigger muscle spasms, joint stiffness, vertigo, and headaches. Presented below is an article published in the Huffington Post on the different types of headaches, most of which are associated with neck pain.