Tension Head Ache Case

Question 1

3 things to consider for biomechanical for tension headache?

Answer 1

Cranial, cervical, and upper thoracic

Question 2

What do we need to consider for neuro for tension HA?

Answer 2

Trigeminal nerve, c1-c3, branches of 9 and 10
sympathetics t1-4
Parasympathetics OA
Analgesics and NSAIDS

Question 3

What to consider for behavioral?

Answer 3

Stress management

Identify and avoid triggers

Question 4

What to consider for respiratory/circulatory for tension headache?

Answer 4

Treating SD will help with delivery or nutrients and oxygen and removal of waste products.
Open thoracic inlet, suboccipital release, cervical chain drainage.

Question 5

What to consider for metabolic for tension headache?

Answer 5

Sleep hygiene
Consider hormonal causes like contraceptives
Hydration