Headaches: What’s going on?
Headaches are a proper pain for loads of people, and they can really mess with your day, whether you’re trying to work, chill, or just get on with life. Your head’s a complex place, with muscles, nerves, and blood vessels that can get out of whack, leading to all sorts of aches and pains.
What Causes Headaches?
Headaches can come from all sorts of things – stress, tension, dehydration, poor posture, or even grinding your teeth at night. Common types include tension headaches, migraines, or cluster headaches. Stuff like staring at screens too long, not getting enough sleep, or even what you’re eating can set them off too.
How Sports Massage and Remedial Therapists Can Help
Sports massage and remedial therapists are cracking at tackling headaches. They get stuck in with hands-on techniques to ease tight muscles, especially around your neck, shoulders, and jaw, which are often the culprits. They’ll have a good look at what’s going on with your posture or movement and sort out a plan to ease the tension and improve blood flow. They might also chuck in some stretches or exercises to keep things loose and help stop headaches coming back.
Tips to Keep Headaches Away
These therapists aren’t just about fixing the pain – they’ll give you some top tips to keep headaches at bay. Think simple stuff like staying hydrated, sorting out your desk setup, or doing quick stretches to loosen up your neck and shoulders. Regular sessions can help keep things in check and stop little issues turning into proper headaches.
Wrap-Up
Don’t just put up with headaches – they can be a sign something’s not right or lead to bigger problems if you ignore them. Elite Performance Therapy are here to help – we even offer a complimentary telephone call if you’re not sure where to start. Give us a bell, and we’ll help you get shot of those headaches for good!
Common headache complaints that we can help with :
Migraines
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Vertigo
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What our clients say:
I visited Isy at Elite Performance Therapy initially for my neck after a fall and banging my head with some force. I did not seek help until many weeks later and was suffering with a very bad neck and constant headache. Isy worked on this and within a couple of days my headaches had gone. I continued therapy for many weeks for my back and ankle. She worked wonders on my body. My husband also used Isy for a shoulder injury which she cured. I would fully recommend Isy. She is very professional and puts you totally at ease.
Gail Nettley