Pegasus Post: May 15, 2018

22 Tuesday May 15 2018
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HEALTH & AWARENESS
PEGASUS POST
Headache & Migraine
can be treated
Scm
The crosses are the area of the
muscle spasms (triggerpoints).
The red areas is where the
pain is felt.
Temporalis
muscle
Neck muscle that causes headaches, earaches and facial pain.
Most headaches and migraines are
caused by an accumulation of
factors. Factors like the condition
of your spine, neck, jaw and face muscles,
but also posture, breathing pattern and
your ability to manage stress. Once the
threshold is reached, you will suffer a
headache. Research shows in most cases,
the neck plays a significant role (Dwyer
et al. 1990). Migraine sufferers who react
well to migraine medication have excellent
results when treated for neck dysfunction
(Pavese et al. 1994).
Our physiotherapists have extensive
experience in treating headaches and
can quickly determine what treatment is
needed. This often leads to a significant
decrease in both the intensity and
frequency of your headaches.
As physiotherapist Ietje van Stolk
explains, when our muscles tighten this
can refer pain to many of the areas around
the face and head. Dehydration can be the
catalyst for tightening the neck muscle
(SCM), which causes pain in the ear,
forehead and around the eye and jaw-joint
areas. Tightening of the temporalis muscle
can refer pain to the teeth, which can be
confusing when you visit the dentist to
have it checked and the dentist can’t find a
reason for the recurring pain.
Teeth grinding at night and teeth
clenching during the day are also a major
cause of muscle tightening.
Physiotherapy treatment for these
problems is based on deactivating the
‘trigger points’ through hands-on massage
therapy to relax the muscles, which is the
least invasive and a very effective form
of treatment. Dry needling is another
technique used for muscle relaxation, and
can be used with the client’s consent, Ietje
says.
Immediate relief is achieved by releasing
your tight muscles. At the same time we
work on the cause of the problem. For
example, a “feedback” headband can be
provided to be worn at night to help you
The muscle that causes headaches and toothaches.
learn not to clench your teeth while asleep.
Sometimes we need to work on the neck
part of your spine, where overuse or stress
can cause muscles to tighten, creating pain:’
Teaching self-management of stress can
also be an important aspect of the total
treatment, as well as teaching breathing
techniques, which go hand in hand with
managing stress.
Our qualified physiotherapists specialise
in dealing with chronic pain, such as
headaches, earache, toothache, and facial
and jaw pain. ………………...We can help
so call us now 377 2577.
Physical Sense Gym and Physio is located at 300 Colombo Street, Sydenham. The Blue Line Bus stops in front of the door and there is ample
parking. To enquire about specialised exercise classes or physiotherapy treatment, phone 377-2577 or visit www.triggerpoints.co.nz
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