Headaches/Migraine
Changes in the skeletal system and posture can cause tension headaches during a growth spurt. The change in posture can cause tension in the shoulder-neck area, which can lead to headaches. The joint position of the upper cervical vertebrae and the temporomandibular joint can also change during the growth spurt and lead to headaches.
Migraine is becoming increasingly common in children. The cause is probably an altered blood flow to the brain. The extent to which migraine attacks are associated with growth spurts is not fully understood. If you are looking for more information about headaches or migraines, read the following articles:
- Physiotherapy for headaches/migraines of small children
- Headaches – caused by the cervical spine
- Exercises that help against headaches
- Exercises against migraine – That helps!
- Physiotherapy for migraine
Summary
Growth spurts take place during the 1st year of life but also during the development from child to adolescent up to puberty. Physical symptoms can be addressed in particular in physiotherapy. Postural training and strengthening of the stabilizing trunk muscles helps with strong growth spurts and can counteract postural weaknesses. Already in infancy, the growth of the baby can be positively influenced by therapy concepts such as Bobath or Vojta.
