Approximately 80-90% of people across the U.S. endure occasional or frequent tension headaches – so you are not alone. Headaches are the third most commonly reported source of pain across the world.

While physical therapy isn’t normally someone’s first thought when they have a headache, physical therapy can really help with most headaches. The common reaction to headaches is to take some form of pain-relieving medication.

This may help in the short-term, but if you are suffering from headaches or migraines on a consistent basis, pain relief drugs will probably not provide you with the long-term benefits physical therapy will.

Cervicogenic headaches are attributed to the majority of headaches people experience, meaning they are related to the neck in some form.

Stress, postural deficits, and other factors can contribute to weakness, strain, and injury to the cervical muscles and joints in your neck. Many times this pain radiates up into the top, side or front of the head, depending on the area of the neck involved.

If you suffer from chronic or short-term headaches, don’t hesitate to contact Stafford Physical Therapy. Our innovative care strategies will help you find quick relief. Whether they are acute and temporary or constant and chronic (such as migraines), headaches can all be treated with physical therapy at Stafford Physical Therapy. Request your appointment today!