Headache therapy

Introduction

Almost all of us have suffered from headaches at some point. Everyone knows this feeling and knows how debilitating it can be. Mostly it is the most common form, the tension headache.

It can manifest itself as a dull pain in the back of the neck that spreads to the back of the head, as a pain in the forehead or as pain in the entire head. The second most common type of headache is migraine, typically unilateral and often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and noise. Another common type of headache is cluster headache. If a severe headache occurs recently, a doctor should be consulted and the cause clarified.

These therapy options are available:

Move! Sport plays a major role in tension headaches. Regular back fitness, swimming, yoga or endurance sports can make the pain disappear and even prevent it.

Improving the conditions at the workplace: e.g. an ergonomic chair, correct positioning of the screen, paying attention to light and noise conditions, etc. Coping with stress through relaxation techniques: e.g. progressive muscle relaxation according to Jacobson. Massages can also relieve pain.

A balanced diet with sufficient fluid intake. Large amounts of coffee or alcohol should be avoided. Acute therapy with peppermint oil on the temples or painkillers such as ibuprofen, paracetamol or ASS.

Maximum 10 days per month. In case of chronic pain, a doctor’s appointment should be made without fail.

• Move!

  Sport plays a major role in tension headaches. Regular back fitness, swimming, yoga or endurance sports can make the pain disappear and even prevent it.

• Improving the conditions at the workplace: e.g. an ergonomic chair, correct placement of the screen, attention to light and noise conditions, etc.
• Stress management through relaxation techniques: e.g. the progressive muscle relaxation according to Jacobson.

  Massages can also relieve pain.

• A balanced diet with sufficient fluid intake. Large amounts of coffee or alcohol should be avoided.
• Acute therapy with peppermint oil on the temples or painkillers like ibuprofen, paracetamol or ASS. Maximum 10 days per month. In case of chronic pain, a doctor’s appointment is absolutely necessary.