Headaches
It’s a very safe bet to suggest that most people at some point in their lives have experienced the pain of a headache. However, whilst most people may suffer from the occasional headache, here or there, many people unfortunately suffer from chronic headaches, such as tension headaches and cluster headaches, and even have migraines regularly, which can adversely affect individuals in their day-to-day lives.
The team at Edward Murphy Osteo, are experienced in utilising the benefits of osteopathy to treat such conditions and are one of Brisbane’s leading treatment specialists when it comes to headaches.
As there are so many different types of headaches, it is pivotal that those who suffer from these debilitating conditions seek medical advice from a suitably trained professional to ensure a correct diagnosis is provided. Once a patient has received a formal diagnosis it is much easier to create a treatment regime which ensures that the symptoms and severity of the headaches is diminished, with the aim of people getting back to enjoying life.
Tension headaches are the most common form of headache and are one of the most frequently treated headache related condition that we treat here at Edward Murphy Osteo. Tension headaches affect approximately one third of men and around half of women, and generally are sometimes known to be the result of an irritation or inflammation of the pain sensitive structures within the head and neck areas. Patients who experience tension headaches typically report feeling a dull ache, pressure, and tenderness within those areas.
Additionally, another common headache related condition that we treat at Edward Murphy Osteo is migraines. Migraines are reported to be more intense headaches compared to tension headaches, with similar symptoms that are just more severe in nature. These include prolonged aching in the head and neck areas, sensitivity to light and general feelings of unwellness.
Good news for headache sufferers is that osteopathy is proven to be an effective form of treatment for headaches. Our dedicated and experienced team at Edward Murphy Osteo treat these conditions using a holistic and comprehensive treatment approach focussing not just on symptoms but seeking to ascertain an overall picture of our patients health.
Our team uses techniques that aim to release muscles and improve mobility, focusing on particular pressure points within the head and neck areas. We also seek to target any underlying health issues and physical conditions which may be causes the pain, with the benefits of osteopathy for headaches including;
The release of tension of muscles leading to reduced pain and recurrence of the headaches; and
Improving circulation, which improves blood flow and reduces the likelihood of a headache developing.
With our team of osteopaths fully committed to understanding the root cause of your headaches with the aim of eliminating the triggers.
Our team will provide an initial assessment, followed by the development of a treatment regime which is tailored to your symptoms and to improving your health. Our experienced team understands the impacts headaches can have on day-to-day life and we aim to have you fit, healthy and actively back to living your best life.
Make the call to Edward Murphy Osteo today!
