Headaches and migraines are commonly seen conditions in osteopathic practice. The causes of headaches and migraines can be simple, complex and/or unknown. When regularly experienced, they can impact on the day to day function and productivity of a person.
In osteopathic treatment, we would ascertain the underlying cause and contributing factors of your headache or migraine. Through a detailed history and thorough clinical examination, we can assess for areas of joint restriction, muscle tightness and general inflammation. Gentle osteopathic treatments would be administered to help alleviate your discomfort.
The general aim of osteopathic treatment would be to decrease the frequency and intensity of your headache or migraine and improve general range of motion, function and quality of life. General advice will also be provided such as ergonomic advice, gentle stretches and other suggestions to further aid progress and avoid reoccurrence.