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Headaches: relieving muscle tension and improving posture.
Have you noticed an increase in the frequency or intensity of your headaches lately? One potential cause could be your working posture.
The link between Posture and Headches
You might be curious about the connection between posture and headaches. While it’s well-known that poor posture can lead to back and neck pain, you may wonder how it can trigger headaches.
Many people develop a forward head posture while working, leaning their heads forward to see screens or documents more clearly. This tension in the neck can lead to headaches.
3 Common Types Of Headache
Tension Headache
These headaches are among the most common and can arise from various causes. Factors like stress or poor working posture can trigger tension headaches, which typically feel like a tight band around your head, with pressure primarily concentrated at the front.
Cervicogenic Headache
Cervicogenic headaches typically originate from the neck and are caused by neck issues or tension. They manifest as pressure at the back of the head and tend to worsen with specific neck movements or positions.
Migraine
Migraines are recognized as the most severe type of headache. The exact causes remain largely unknown, though they are believed to be influenced by factors such as genetics and the central nervous system. Migraines often come with symptoms like nausea and sensitivity to light or sound.
How physiotherapy can help with Headaches?
Postural Correction
Poor posture can contribute to headaches by placing added pressure on the neck and spinal discs. To prevent headaches from recurring, it’s important to make postural corrections that address the root causes. Physiotherapists, as experts in human anatomy, can identify areas that need improvement and help you adopt a better sitting posture.
Rehabilitative Exercises
Now that we’ve addressed your posture, it’s important to strengthen specific postural muscles to help you maintain optimal posture for longer periods. Many people struggle to hold good posture due to muscle weakness. Your physiotherapist will identify these weak areas and create a tailored plan to strengthen them.
Trigger Point Therapy
Identifying and treating trigger points—tight areas in the muscles—can help relieve pain and reduce headache symptoms.
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