Picture the situation: a security post receives an alarm that the permitted temperature has been exceeded in one of the buildings. How should this be handled — by trying to switch off the unpleasant sound, or by grabbing a fire extinguisher and running to the scene? The same applies to headaches.
1Migraine is not just a headache
- Severe, often one-sided headache
- Sensitivity to light, sound and smells
- Nausea, vomiting and fatigue
- Tension building up in the neck, shoulder and head muscles
2Causes of headaches
- Tension in the neck and cranial bones
- Impaired blood circulation and lymphatic flow
- Imbalance in the nervous system
- Stress and muscle tightness
- Tension in the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle
- Poor posture and muscle fatigue
3The advantage of the osteopathic approach
- Reduces intracranial and cervical tension
- Improves blood and lymph circulation
- Balances the nervous system
- Removes dependence on painkillers
- Short-term treatment — sometimes 1–3 sessions are enough
4What can you do at home?
- Gentle circular massage at the back of the skull (occipital area)
- Deep breathing exercises
- Gently stretching and relaxing the neck muscles
- Drinking plenty of water
Methods we use
Osteopathy
A hands-on treatment method that works on the musculoskeletal system, internal organs, spine, nervous system a…
Acupuncture
Stimulation of specific active points on the body with fine needles — a method from Chinese medicine that is r…
Therapeutic massage
A medical procedure that is used both as part of a comprehensive treatment program and on its own.
TENS therapy
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation — drug-free pain management.
Dry needling
A targeted intervention on tension points within the muscle (trigger points).
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Sources and further reading
- Migraine — types, triggers and treatment — NHS (Böyük Britaniya)