Tension Headache
Welcome to our page dedicated to tension headaches. This page will explain and invite you to come and consult us at the Clinic La Migraine for effective treatment of your tension headaches. We aim to unveil the often overlooked facets of this bewildering condition.
In our ongoing commitment to provide effective treatment and comprehensive information about headaches and migraines, the Clinic also offers dedicated pages for treating other types of headaches and migraines, including chronic migraines, migraines with aura (classic), ocular migraines, vestibular migraines and hormonal migraines (menstrual or catamenial), atypical migraines, migraines in children, as well as headaches fromArnold and Horton’s neuralgia, post-traumatic headaches and post-concussions headaches. Each of these pages explores our solutions for these headaches, their specific characteristics, and serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to improve various aspects of their condition. (Some of these pages are under construction. They will follow shortly.) .)
Clinic La Migraine – Our Personalized Solutions for Tension Headaches
Our Clinic La Migraine occupies an important position in the practical management of migraines in the Greater Montreal. With an impressive track record spanning over two decades, our approach has yielded positive results, with a significant reduction of more than 7 0% on average in intensity, frequency, or duration of these headaches. In most cases, patients notice remarkable results and often achieve complete relief from their headaches.. Drawing on this wealth of experience, we offer personalized solutions to guide you on your journey towards relieving tension headache symptoms.
What do we offer in terms of treatments for tension headaches?
While conventional treatments like painkillers and triptans are available, at the Clinic La Migraine, we are committed to going beyond immediate relief by providing personalized strategies aimed at not only managing symptoms in the moment but also reducing their frequency and intensity in the long term. We invite you to an initial consultation to discover how our approach can become your preferred solution for comprehensive and sustainable migraine management.
Our model leverages the interconnection between nociception from the neck and the base of the head and the brain. This allows us to offer targeted interventions for you. These interventions aim to reduce neuronal interference and nociception to your brain, stemming from the nerves of tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joint capsules, fascias, and accessible joints, along with all their proprioceptive components. Grâce à ces traitements avancés, nous améliorons considérablement la santé neuro-musculosquelettique et favorisons une fonction optimale du système nerveux. Nous atténuons ainsi les causes et vous rendons beaucoup moins sensible aux déclencheurs des crises. This reduces the intensity, frequency, and duration of your tension headaches.
That’s why you should come and see us. Call us for more information or to book an appointment for yourself, your child, or other loved ones. We accept new patients and you do not need to have a referral.
Prevention and long-term management
Lifestyle changes such as dietary modifications (reducing alcohol, caffeine, and other substance consumption), stress management techniques, and neck strengthening exercises can help prevent or reduce tension headache symptoms.. The Clinic La Migraine also offers personalized wellness programs for this purpose.
Why choose our treatments?
At the heart of our commitment at the clinic La Migraine, we understand the debilitating impact of migraines on daily life. Our dedicated team offers exceptional solutions to relieve our patients from the incessant burden of tension headaches.. We firmly believe that no one should accept living with these migraines longer than necessary, which is why we offer much more than just temporary relief.
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Personalized Approach Each individual is unique, and our solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs of each person. We consider your situation comprehensively, going beyond symptoms to address underlying causes.
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Reduction in Frequency and Intensity: Our goal is clear – reduce the frequency of attacks and alleviate the intensity of pain. We aim for lasting relief, offering a significant improvement in the quality of life.
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Proven Experience : With many years of experience, Daniel Lachance, D.C., and his team have successfully treated various cases of migraines and headaches. Their aptitude ensures a reliable and effective approach for each patient.
Putting your life’s quality first
We invite you to seize this opportunity to improve your quality of life, regain balance, and no longer be limited by headaches. You are not alone in this battle, and our dedicated team is ready to accompany you towards a future without incessant migraines.Contact us today to discuss the best approach for you, as no one deserves to suffer any longer. Your well-being is our top priority.
Navigating through tension headaches
Synonyms: headaches, stress headache
Tension headaches are among the most common types of headaches, affecting a large portion of the global population. According to a recent study (Stovner, 2022), about 15,8% of the world’s population suffers of headaches daily, with a global prevalence of tension headaches estimated at 26%. Women are more affected than men, accounting for 30.8% of cases in women compared to 21.4% in men. In developed countries, it is estimated that one-third of men and half of women suffer from tension-type headaches. These headaches are often triggered by emotional factors such as stress and are considered one of the most common neurological conditions.
Symptoms
Generally, tension headaches are less intense and debilitating than migraines, but this varies from individual to individual, evidently. Unlike migraines, tension headaches are experienced as a sensation of pressure typicallyon both sides of the head or at the front, rather than a throbbing pain on one side.Theyare also less severe, ranging from mild to moderate intensity.
Here are the criteria for episodic tension-type headache as indicated by the ICHD-3:
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At least 10 episodes of headache occurring on 1 to 14 day(s)/month on average for >3 months (between ≥12 and <180 days/year) and meeting criteria 2-4.
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Duration of 30 minutes to 7 days
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At least two of the four following criteria :
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locationon both sides(bilateral)
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pressing or tightening type (non-pulsatile)
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mild to moderate intensity
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no worsening with routine physical activities such as walking or climbing stairs
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Presence of the two following criteria:
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No nausea, no vomiting
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no more than one of the two associated signs: photophobia or phonophobia
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No other diagnostic better described in the ICHD-3
To have chronic headaches, the frequency must be more than 15 times per month on average for at least 3 months (or 180 days/year).
Causes
Unfortunately, the exact cause of tension headaches is not yet fully understood.. However, theories over the years suggest that tension headaches may be caused by various factors, including tension or contraction of the muscles in the neck and scalp in response to stress, depression, head injury, or anxiety. These muscle contractions can result from activities that maintain the head in a fixed position for a long period, such as working on a computer, performing intricate tasks with the hands, or using a microscope. Other triggers include physical or emotional stress, alcohol consumption, caffeine (excess or withdrawal), infections like the common cold, flu, or sinusitis, dental issues such as jaw clenching or teeth grinding, fatigue, excessive smoking, dry eyes, and eye strain from overuse.
Another popular theory suggests that individuals affected by tension headaches have a heightened sensitivity to pain compared to the average person. The muscle tension in the neck, often observed in people with tension headaches, may result from this sensitivity.
This makes our treatments here at the clinic even more appealing. Our manual therapies focus on repairing and improving the condition of your neck to reduce pain signals in this area, as mentioned earlier on this page. Thus, don’t hesitate any longer and call us to schedule your first consultation.
Sources :
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Stovner, L.J., Hagen, K., Linde, M. et al. The global prevalence of headache: an update, with analysis of the influences of methodological factors on prevalence estimates. The Journal of Headache and Pain 23, 34 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1186/s10194-022-01402-2
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