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Cervicogenic
Headache

Often characterized by:

Pain in neck, TMJ, or ear

Pain when moving neck

Pain with sustained postures

Typically pain one side of the head

Lasts > 2 hours

Limited neck motion
 

Headaches

Define your Headache:

Tension 
Headache

Often characterized by:

Tightening/pressing pain

Pain both sides of the head

Lasts minutes to days

Tenderness to muscles

Light/sound sensitivity
 

Migraine

Often characterized by:

Pain one side of head

Pulsating/severe pain

Aggravated by activity

Light/sound sensitivity
 

Neuralgia

Often characterized by:

 

Sinus
Headache

Often characterized by:


 

Cluster
Headache

Often characterized by:

Sharp, burning around eye

Lasts 15 minutes to 3 hours

Interrupts sleep

Both sides of the head

Lasts minutes to days

Tenderness to muscles

Light/sound sensitivity
 

How can Physical Therapy help?
Although we may fall into one category, it is common for patients to experience multiple types of headaches throughout the month. This is why a holistic approach to care is necessary. 

Interested in a natural, medication free approach to headaches?
Common treatments include:
Cervical joint mobilization
Soft tissue mobilization
Dry needling
Cervical stability training
Postural re-education
Ergonomics training
Oculomotor training
Diet/nutrition management
Sleep training
Stress management

Pure Movement Physical Therapy and Wellness

Pure Movement Physical Therapy and Wellness
3915 Blenheim Blvd, STE 21-C
Fairfax City, VA 22030

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