Headaches
Headaches can be extremely debilitating and limit you with everyday activities. If you only suffer an occasional headache then it may be that it is related to lifestyle factors such as: Dehydration, Stress, Alcohol, Caffeine/food intake, lack of sleep, medications, muscular tension, high blood pressure, infections, hormonal factors etc.
However if you suffer from tension type or cervicogenic headaches regularly physiotherapy can help in the short and long term.
Clinical evidence shows that physiotherapy can help these types of headaches by using a combination of manual therapy (massage, mobilisation or manipulation), exercise therapy (stretching and strengthening exercises) and specific advice.
We offer personalised assessments for every patient to understand the root cause of their headaches. Our assessments can help us establish the specific muscles, posture, habits, or other factors that may be causing the headaches. After the assessment, our physiotherapists will develop a personalised treatment plan for each patient to help address the underlying issues and aim to alleviate the symptoms.
How Can Physiotherapy help with headaches?
Physiotherapy can help with headaches by identifying the root cause of the pain and developing a treatment plan tailored to the individual. This may include exercises to improve posture and muscle strength, soft tissue massage, and other techniques to relieve tension and pain.
