Headache & Migraine Management Ascot Park
With a focus on tailored care, Core Physiotherapy and Pilates Studio assesses and adjusts treatment for neck-related headaches, ensuring symptom changes are carefully monitored.
Understanding Headaches
Affecting millions across Australia, headaches are a widespread and multifaceted condition. Defined by pain in the head or upper neck, sometimes spreading to the eyes and face, they can be triggered by various factors, including dysfunction in the upper neck joints. Studies reveal that 87% of individuals suffer from headaches each year, with women being significantly more affected by migraines. While many turn to painkillers, physiotherapy offers an alternative approach for managing neck-related headaches, particularly those arising from postural issues and desk-based routines.
Could Your Neck Be Causing Your Headache?
Physiotherapists recognise that headaches can stem from neck stiffness, especially when associated with prolonged postural strain and tension. The following symptoms may suggest that neck joints are contributing factors:
Headaches that originate in the back of the head and extend toward the forehead.
Headaches that become more pronounced with neck movement or poor posture.
Headaches occurring consistently on one side.
Discomfort lessening with gentle pressure at the base of the skull.
Chronic headaches persisting despite a doctor ruling out other medical causes.
Complete Headache Asessment and Analysis
At Core Physiotherapy and Pilates Studio, our headache assessment starts with an in-depth conversation about your symptoms and their possible origins. This initial discussion helps us identify any joints that may be contributing to your headache. Next, a physical assessment is conducted to examine overall neck mobility and upper neck joint movement, allowing the physiotherapist to pinpoint the tissues involved.
Our evaluation process helps us create an individualised strategy for managing neck-related headaches, tracking symptom changes throughout each session and beyond.
Targeted Headache Management Solutions
Our management plan for neck-related headaches integrates hands-on techniques, posture correction, and ergonomic guidance for long-lasting improvement. This includes:
Hands-On Physiotherapy Techniques for Neck Joints
Gentle mobilisation and stretching of the involved joints assist in easing stiffness linked to headaches.
Strategies for Enhancing Posture and Ergonomics
Guidance on workstation setup, posture alignment, and pillow selection to support neck health.
Stretching Exercises
Specific exercises designed to enhance neck function, improve flexibility, and minimise the risk of recurring headaches.
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Looking for a Lasting Solution to Headaches?
Headaches originating from the neck can often benefit from a structured physiotherapy approach that addresses posture, ergonomics, and joint function. If you’re experiencing persistent headaches, a physiotherapist can be an integral part of your care team, working alongside other healthcare providers to optimise results.
Note: While physiotherapy can aid in managing certain types of headaches, it’s essential for individuals with severe or sudden-onset headaches to seek immediate medical evaluation to rule out underlying health conditions.
