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Headache Pain Physiotherapy in Epping
Neck pain, particularly headache pain, is a prevalent cause of discomfort and disability in Australia. An estimated half of all Australians experience at least one episode of neck pain each year. Causes of headache pain can range from injuries such as falls, sports-related incidents, or car accidents, to factors like posture, flexibility, and strength. Often, the pain originates from structures like discs, ligaments, joints, and muscles, and is typically not due to any major injury to these structures.
Why Do You Have Headaches?
The cervical region comprises interconnected bones, facet joints, ligaments, and nerves, playing a crucial role in supporting the upper body and facilitating mobility. Injuries to these structures commonly cause neck and shoulder pain, which can vary from mild discomfort to severe debilitation, significantly affecting daily activities.
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There is an increasing body of evidence supporting the treatments offered by physiotherapists for the treatment of cervicogenic headache, particularly manual therapy and exercise.
A comprehensive management program will include education, manual therapy, exercise therapy and work practice advice. Self-management strategies are vital to help you look after your neck, and adopt best work and lifestyle habits as well as a simple exercise regime.
People with tension-type headache may gain some relief with relaxation, massage and other soft tissue techniques. Migraine-type headaches should be discussed with your practitioner for best management which may require a multi-faceted approach.