Headaches
Dealing with headaches can be a real pain, but fret not—our team is here to turn that frown upside down. Whether you’re 16 or older, we’ve got the tools and tricks to help you bid farewell to those pesky head pounders. From soothing strategies to cutting-edge treatments, we’ve got your back (or rather, your head!). So, kick back, relax, and get ready to wave goodbye to headaches and hello to a world of headspace bliss. Let’s banish those headaches together and reclaim your days, one headache-free moment at a time!
Types of Headaches
Symptoms
Why Us?
Here are brief definitions for common types of headaches:
- Tension Headache: This type of headache often feels like a tight band around your head, often accompanied by muscle tension in the neck and shoulders.. It’s usually caused by stress, poor posture, or muscle tension.
- Migraine: Migraines are Intense, throbbing pain usually on one side of the head often accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and sometimes visual disturbances. They can last for hours or even days and may be triggered by certain foods, stress, or hormonal changes.
- Cluster Headache: Cluster headaches are severe headaches that come in cycles or clusters. They typically occur on one side of the head and are often accompanied by red or watery eyes, nasal congestion, and sweating.
- Sinus Headache: These headaches are caused by inflammation in the sinuses, often due to a sinus infection or allergies. They usually involve pressure or pain around the eyes, cheeks, and forehead.
- Tension Headache:
- Dull, achy pain all over your head
- Feels like a tight band around your head
- Doesn’t make you feel sick
- Migraine:
- Strong, throbbing pain, usually on one side
- Makes you feel queasy or throw up
- Bright lights and loud sounds bother you
- Sometimes you see flashing lights or squiggly lines
- Cluster Headache:
- Really bad pain around one eye or temple
- Your eye gets red and watery
- Nose runs or feels stuffy
- Happens a lot for a few weeks or months, then goes away for a while
- Sinus Headache:
- Pressure or pain in your forehead, cheeks, or around your eyes
- Feels worse when you bend down or lie flat
- Your nose is stuffy or runs
- Sometimes you have a fever or your face looks swollen
In our clinic, we offer a comprehensive approach to treating tension and migraines that may include biofeedback and neurofeedback techniques, among other modalities. Here’s an overview of how migraines are treated at our clinic:
- Initial Assessment: We begin by conducting a thorough assessment of the individual’s medical history, headache patterns, triggers, and associated symptoms. This may involve EEG assessments for neurofeedback, as well as biofeedback sessions to monitor physiological responses.
- Customized Treatment Plan: Based on the assessment results, we develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to the individual’s specific needs and responses. This plan may include a combination of the following therapies:
- Biofeedback: Biofeedback sessions focus on teaching relaxation techniques, stress management strategies, and muscle tension reduction to help individuals gain control over physiological responses associated.
- Neurofeedback: Neurofeedback training targets abnormal brainwave patterns associated with migraines, promoting self-regulation of brain function and reducing triggers.
- Lifestyle Modifications: We provide guidance on lifestyle changes, including sleep hygiene, regular exercise, dietary modifications (e.g., avoiding trigger foods), and stress reduction techniques to help manage headache.
- Ongoing Monitoring and Support: Throughout the treatment process, we monitor the individual’s progress, track its frequency and severity, and make adjustments to the treatment plan as needed. Follow-up appointments and support are provided to ensure continued symptom management and overall well-being.