Tension Headache Treatment
The physiotherapists at the Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic are trained to provide treatment for acute, recurrent and chronic tension headaches.
Had Treatment Before and it Didn’t Work?
Tension headaches are extremely common. We all experience them from time to time, but they can be debilitating if you experience them regularly.
Finding an effective treatment for tension type headaches can be challenging. We often meet patients who have sought treatment before without success, and that can leave you feeling isolated and frustrated.
If that’s the case, the physiotherapists at the Headache, Neck and Jaw Clinic understand how frustrating it can be. We provide physiotherapy that’s effective in treating acute and chronic tension type headaches, relieving pain and other symptoms within the first few sessions.
Contact us to book your initial assessment today. We’ll discuss your symptoms and history to provide short and long-term relief from tension headaches.
What is a Tension Headache?
A tension headache is the most common type of headache. It’s characterised by a feeling of pain and pressure in the head. The pressure of a tension headache is often described as having a band around your head.
Most people will experience a tension headache at some point in their lives. While one-off headaches are common, you may also suffer from chronic headaches that can seriously impact your day to day life.
The exact cause of tension headaches is still being researched, but they are often associated with neck strain, eye strain, stress and anxiety, dehydration, caffeine and the overuse of pain-relief medication.
Common Symptoms of Tension Headaches
- Mild to moderate head pain
- A feeling of pressure in your head
- Feeling like the sides of your head are being squeezed
- Sensitivity to light
- Sensitivity to sound
- Soreness in your neck and shoulders
How Our Tension Headache Treatment Works
Physiotherapy is an effective treatment for most types of tension headaches.
Tension headaches are often linked to strain in the neck, spine and shoulders. Our physiotherapists address this using exercises, joint mobilisation and massage that can relieve tension and reduce pain.
Each of our physiotherapists is trained in the Watson Headache® Approach. The Watson Headache® Approach aims to retrain the way your nervous system interprets signals from your body, reducing pain and muscle tension.
We’ll also work with you to identify any potential causes of acute and chronic tension headaches. We can design exercises to improve your posture and reduce strain in your neck, providing relief from chronic tension headaches.
What To Expect From Your Assessment
Comprehensive Examination
We discuss the history and symptoms of your tension headaches to learn how they affect your day-to-day activities.
Hands-On Assessment
Our physiotherapists perform a hands-on assessment to identify the source of pain and design a treatment plan.
Symptom Relief
Using specific techniques, we address the underlying causes to relieve symptoms and reduce chronic headaches.
Patient Education
We’ll discuss the cause of your tension headaches and provide advice and exercises to help manage your symptoms.
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.
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Use our online portal to book your appointment today! Our physiotherapists can assess your headaches and provide symptom relief in just a few sessions.
