Massage For Headache Relief
Tension headaches or tension-type
headaches are the most common form of primary headaches. A primary headache is
a headache which is not caused by another medical condition or ailment.
Tension-type headaches can be categorized as episodic (fewer than 15 days a
month) or chronic (more than 15 days a month for a period of over 6 months).
Normally a tension headache will last 4-6 hours, but the duration can last from
minutes to days and even for years in some rare chronic cases. The pain from a
tension headache can be described as a constant pain or pressure, or
alternately as a throbbing pain, located in the front, top or sides of the
head.
For many headache sufferers, pain
medication, or drugs, is a common way for dealing with tension-type pain.
However, there are many drawbacks to taking over-the-counter or prescription
painkillers for tension headaches, especially for those who suffer from chronic
pain, or have liver or stomach problems. Many may prefer to simply avoid taking
drugs to combat pain when possible and utilize natural, drug-free treatments to
find relief. For those with serious or chronic pain issues, it is always
important to consult your doctor before beginning any kind of treatment.
A common cause of tension
headaches is believed to be tightened muscles in the back of the neck,
shoulders, at the base of the skull and on the scalp. When these muscles
tighten, they contract and pull, often resulting in pressure and the sensation
of pain. Massage therapy has been shown to be a very beneficial remedy for
these kinds of conditions, which are associated with stress and tension. For
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