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Headache Treatment in Thornbury

 

Tension headaches that start in your neck and shoulders? That's what I treat.

A lot of the headaches I see in the clinic aren't really coming from the head. They start in tight neck muscles, a stiff upper back or a clenched jaw, and they spread up into the back of the head, the temples or behind the eyes.

I'm Mick, the myotherapist at Melbourne Soft Tissue Therapy, Thornbury. I work out where your headache is actually coming from, and then I treat that.

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Headaches I treat

  • Tension headaches: a tight band around the head, or pressure at the back of the skull. Usually worse after long days at a desk or behind the wheel.

  • Neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches: pain that starts in the neck and spreads up one side of the head. Often worse when you turn your head or hold one position too long.

  • Jaw-related headaches: clenching or grinding, often at night, that leaves you with sore temples and a tight jaw. (See also TMJ treatment.)

  • Headaches that come with neck and shoulder pain: see neck and shoulder pain.

 

What a session looks like

  1. Assessment. We talk about when your headaches happen, where they sit and what sets them off. Then I check your neck, upper back, shoulders and jaw to find the muscles and joints driving the pain.

  2. Treatment. Hands-on soft tissue work on the neck, shoulders and the base of the skull. Plus dry needling into stubborn trigger points if it suits you (included, no extra cost).

  3. A plan. A couple of simple stretches and set-up changes for your desk, car or sleep, so you're not back where you started in a week.

Most people notice a difference after the first session. If your headaches have been around for months, expect to need a few sessions to really settle them.

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When to see a doctor first

Myotherapy is for headaches that come from muscles and joints. See a GP or call 000 straight away if your headache:

  • comes on suddenly and is the worst you've ever had

  • follows a knock to the head

  • comes with fever, a stiff neck, vomiting, confusion, weakness, numbness, or changes to your vision or speech

  • is new and keeps getting worse

If I think your headaches need a GP, I'll tell you straight.

 

FAQs

Can myotherapy help with headaches?

Yes, for tension headaches and headaches that come from the neck, upper back or jaw. A myotherapist treats the tight muscles and stiff joints that refer pain into the head.

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book straight in. If anything points to a medical cause, I'll refer you to a GP.

Is dry needling used for headaches?

Often, yes. Dry needling into trigger points in the neck and shoulders can ease tension headaches. It's included in the session price, and it's always your choice.

How many sessions will I need?

Most people feel a difference after the first one. Headaches you've had for a long time usually take a few sessions, plus the home exercises.

Can I claim it on my health fund?

Yes. I accept all health funds and you can claim on the spot with HICAPS. Claims go through as remedial massage.

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