Headache Treatment
At the Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic, our clinicians provide headache treatment and pain relief for a broad range of chronic headache conditions.
Had Treatment Before and it Didn’t Work?
Most headache sufferers have told their story to many health professionals and tried many headache treatments, yet still have persistent headaches.
The physiotherapists at the Headache, Neck and Jaw clinic understand this and appreciate how frustrating it can be. We are trained in assessing the neck and helping people with headaches. Our treatment approach is specific, and we aim to reduce your symptoms within the first few sessions.
Each physiotherapist at our clinic is a Watson Headache® trained physiotherapist, varying from Level 1-4. The Watson Headache® Approach is a recognised and scientifically researched method of examination and treatment for headache and migraine conditions.
How We Can Help With Headaches
We identify which joints are involved in your headache and use specific physiotherapy techniques to get to the source of the pain.
With chronic headaches, there is also often an element of overactivity within your Central Nervous System (CNS). This is called Central Sensitisation, which means your brainstem is overactive, and pain becomes the default setting.
The techniques used in the Watson Headache® Approach are designed to influence your nervous system and change the way your brain interprets the information it’s receiving.
We explain this headache treatment technique and discuss your symptoms in the initial appointment, as well as performing an assessment to identify the joints involved.
Headache Conditions We Treat
- Migraines with Aura
- Migraines without Aura
- Menstrual Migraines
- Tension Type Headache
- Cervicogenic Headache
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- And many other types of headaches and migraines
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Most people report a change in symptoms after the first treatment. Our physiotherapists expect to see improvements after 4 to 5 treatments.
If there is no change after a few sessions, we reassess our intervention. Some people may respond quickly to our treatment, and others may require more sessions to get a reduction or resolution of headache symptoms.
There is no easy way to tell how much headache treatment will be required until we begin the process. Book your initial consultation to find out more.
What To Expect From Your Assessment
Comprehensive examination
As part of your examination, we’ll listen to your story and discuss the headache and migraine symptoms you experience.
Hands-On Assessment
We assess the joints in your upper neck to determine the potential source of your headache or migraine symptoms
Symptom Relief
We use slow and sustained techniques and do not do any cracking or high velocity techniques. You are always in control.
Patient Education
Our physiotherapists can provide education and answer any questions so you understand the cause of your headaches.
Reach Out To Us!
Get in touch with us today for more information on our services or to make an appointment with our friendly team.
Ready To Book Online?
Living with chronic headaches and pain? You can now book your headache treatment appointment online at any time!
