About tension headache
It is therefore defined as a primary headache. It often comes in episodes and can last for several days.
The causes of tension headache can be many and complex, but as the name suggests it can be due to tension in the neck, shoulder and jaw muscles. Increased tension can be the result of periods of stress, reduced sleep quality and other psychosocial factors.
Common symptoms of tension-type headache:
- The headache appears as a band or pressure around the head
- Many experience that it originates from the neck
- The pain is pressing or tightening in character
- Typically increases through the day, and can continue like this for several days
- Not associated with nausea or vomiting
- Physical activity does not usually make the pain worse
- The pain intensity seldom means you have to stop what you are doing
A thorough history and clinical examination are important when you come to us at Behandlerverket so that we can find out which treatment you are most likely to respond best to. The diagnosis – tension headache – can often be made based on the history. The clinical examination finds out whether there is reduced function in the neck muscles, tension or stiff joints. Pressure over these areas can provoke familiar pain.
The treatment plan you receive from us aims to reduce pain and normalise mobility as quickly as possible, so that you can return to the activities you usually want to do, and preferably a little stronger and more active than before. It will probably include treatment in the form of exercises and training, and/or manual treatment of stiff joints and sore muscles. Our concept is based on easy access to exercise and treatment.