Do you need headache relief?
Physio In The Six Inc. is the answer.
Do you suffer from headaches on a regular basis? Are your headaches becoming more frequent and lasting longer? Do you notice tension in the upper back and neck every time you get a headache? Physiotherapy is an effective solution for people suffering from headaches.
Physiotherapists are skilled at getting to the root of your headaches and identifying all the factors contributing to your pain so you can find lasting relief once and for all!
Too often, the assumption is that a headache is normal and happens to everyone. There are many causes for headaches and even more contributing factors that magnify and extend the duration of a headache.
Physiotherapy is essential for long-term relief if you suffer from frequent headaches. Make an appointment with Physio In The Six Inc. today to learn more about how physiotherapy can help with headaches.
What kind of headache am I experiencing?
There are several possible types of headaches you can experience, and getting to the root cause is critical in long-term relief. Whether your headache is caused by a problem with the joints in your neck or from tension in your muscles, our physiotherapists can help. We will address the contributing factors, including poor posture or stress, in order to give you the relief you are looking for.
Recognizing your headache type will help your physiotherapist determine which pain-relieving treatments will work best for you. In many cases, the intensity of your headache is magnified by muscle-guarding responses in the upper back and neck. We will help identify the type of headache you are experiencing and give you effective strategies to minimize the severity and duration of your headaches!
The following are the most common types of headaches:
Cervicogenic headaches
Cervicogenic headaches originate in the cervical spine (i.e., neck). These headaches are most likely caused by dysfunction in the top three joints of the cervical spine. These headaches are more common in people who work in jobs that involve prolonged sitting, like working on a computer all day or driving for a living.
We usually consider poor postural habits to be relatively harmless. But the reality is that they could be putting undesirable stress on your neck. If you aren’t careful, this could translate into a headache.
Another way to trigger a cervicogenic headache is through weightlifting or other sports-related injuries. The forces that occur while lifting something heavy or participating in a contact sport can trigger pain in the neck that radiates into the head.
Tension headaches
Tension headaches occur when your neck muscles and the muscles of your scalp become tense or even, spasm. A tension headache can feel like a tight band around your forehead.
A tension headache is the most common type of headache, but the exact cause is unknown. The muscles tense up in response to stress, depression, anxiety, or an injury to the head or neck. These headaches are slightly more common in women and tend to run in families.
Cluster headaches
Cluster headaches, which occur in cyclical patterns or cluster periods, are one of the most painful types of headaches. A cluster headache typically wakes a person up in the middle of the night with intense pain in or around one eye on one side of the head.
Musculoskeletal headaches
Musculoskeletal headaches are related to injuries or dysfunction in other areas. For example, a concussion or whiplash can lead to persistent headaches from the soft tissue supporting the cervical spine. The source of the headache is an injury, but it persists, in part, from the areas outside the region of the injury itself.
Muscle imbalances, postural problems, or injury to other body regions are the most common causes. Emotional stress can also play a role because of the postural changes that may occur associated with stress.
Migraine
The exact cause of migraines is unknown. It is hypothesized that temporary changes in the brain’s chemicals, nerves, and blood vessels cause abnormal brain activity that affects nerve signals. Heredity can also play a role in suffering from migraines.
Migraine attacks are usually characterized by painful throbbing or pulsing on one side of the head, which can also be accompanied by changes in vision, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, or sensitivity to sound.
They are often caused by a combination of factors such as your diet, emotional stress, or other environmental reasons. Your therapist will address the tissues of the upper back, neck, and face to help alleviate discomfort and minimize the severity of the episode. They will also address your “triggers,” and help you learn strategies to reduce the severity and frequency of your episodes.
How will Physio In The Six Inc. promote headache relief?
Our highly skilled physiotherapists at Physio In The Six Inc. use advanced treatment techniques to help you resolve your headache. These treatments typically include targeted manual therapy techniques and specific exercises that address your personal needs.
During your first appointment, your Etobicoke physiotherapist will conduct a comprehensive evaluation that includes a detailed medical history, possible environmental causes, and a physical examination. Our examination will help us determine the type of headache you are experiencing and the most effective treatment program to resolve your discomfort.
The final piece of the plan will include education and instruction on a home exercise program to maintain your gains and prevent future headaches from occurring.
A physiotherapist can treat headaches using the following methods:
- Increasing or restoring neck range of motion
- Alleviating muscle tension with manual therapy techniques
- Education and instruction on finding and maintaining a neutral posture
- Improving strength and mobility for long-term relief
Requesting an appointment at our Etobicoke physiotherapy clinic is the only way to determine what a therapist recommends for your headache pain.
Are you sick of pain controlling you?
Visit our Etobicoke clinic for headache relief!
Physiotherapy may be the key to living a healthier, headache-free life. If you are in Etobicoke and need headache relief, make an appointment with Physio In The Six Inc. today!
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