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Cervicogenic headaches are caused when there is a generalized weakness in the muscles of the neck and upper back. This condition can also be a side-effect of poor posture or arthritis. Injuries to the muscles in the neck and upper back from accidents could trigger this condition as well.
At Physiotherapy First, our physiotherapists diagnose and provide cervicogenic headache treatment in Brampton using various physiotherapy treatments and services. We take the time to uncover the underlying causes for your headaches and treat both the causes and the symptoms using a custom-tailored treatment plan.
These types of headaches are different from other headaches as they usually worsen the longer they go untreated. The intensity of the pain is sharper and more intense. Stress and anxiety can also trigger cervicogenic headaches.
Unlike migraine headaches that can cause pain in different regions of the head, cervicogenic headaches are specific to one location. When one experiences a cervicogenic headache in Brampton, they will notice the pain begins at the base of the neck and then radiates outward to a specific region in the head.
Aside from the pain caused by the headaches, other common symptoms one may experience could include:
Our Brampton cervicogenic headache treatment can and does vary based on the extent of injury and weakness of the upper back and neck region. Some of the more common treatments that can help alleviate the headaches include:
Soft tissue massage and manipulation can be used to help stimulate the muscles and tendons while alleviating discomfort and pain.
Specific exercises that help strengthen the muscles in the neck and upper back are often effective at promoting healing and treating cervicogenic headaches.
Applying heat and cold to the base of the neck can help alleviate the pain associated with cervicogenic headaches.
Small electrical impulses can be used to promote healing and improve blood flow to the neck and upper back muscles.
Massaging the soft tissues in the upper back and neck alleviates tension and stress to reduce the frequency of cervicogenic headaches.
Some patients can benefit from acupuncture treatments of the upper back and neck.
Please keep in mind that the specific treatments and services you need will vary based on your specific needs, cause of the cervicogenic headaches, and other such factors.
At Physiotherapy First, your physiotherapist will conduct a detailed examination to determine the causes of your cervicogenic headaches. They will provide you with education about your condition and what sort of cervicogenic headache treatment in Brampton could benefit you.
We encourage you to actively participate in creating your custom-tailored treatment plan. Additionally, our physiotherapists also receive ongoing training and education in the latest techniques and methods used to treat cervicogenic headaches.
We integrate physiotherapy, chiropractic massage therapy and other conservative treatments for faster and long-term relief, while preventing the recurrence of head pain.
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For non-chronic conditions, where the cervicogenic headaches are caused by muscle weakness or injuries to the upper back and neck, they are curable with physiotherapy treatments and services at Physiotherapy First.
For chronic conditions, like arthritis, ongoing physiotherapy treatments and services can help reduce the frequency and severity of cervicogenic headaches.
During treatment, you will be taught posture-corrective techniques and methods to help maintain alignment of the upper back, neck, and head. It is important to attempt to keep these aligned when sitting, standing, or even sleeping.
Doing so helps alleviate unwanted muscle strain while you heal and recover. When sleeping, you will want to ensure your head and neck are aligned and level, whether you sleep on your back, stomach, or side. Your physiotherapist can provide further details and advice on proper posturing techniques and methods.