Headaches / Migraines
Headaches and migraines can have many different causes, and in some cases problems involving the neck, muscles or joints may contribute to symptoms. This can include headaches linked to neck stiffness, posture, muscle tension or irritation of structures around the upper neck.
Because headaches can vary considerably from person to person, it is important to understand the pattern of your symptoms and whether there is a musculoskeletal component involved. Physiotherapy assessment can help identify factors that may be contributing and determine whether treatment is appropriate.
Common Symptoms
Symptoms vary considerably, but may include pain around the head, temples, forehead or base of the skull, sensitivity to movement and associated neck discomfort or stiffness. Some headaches may be aggravated by particular neck positions or movements.
Possible Causes
There are many different types and causes of headache and migraine. From a physiotherapy perspective, some headaches may be associated with sensitivity or restricted movement within the neck, muscle tension or other musculoskeletal factors, while others may have entirely different causes.
How Physiotherapy Can Help
Where the neck or surrounding musculoskeletal structures appear to be contributing to symptoms, physiotherapy can help address movement, strength and other relevant factors. Your physiotherapist can also identify when symptoms require assessment by another healthcare professional rather than physiotherapy treatment.
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