A headache is pain in any part of the head. It may occur on one or both sides, be isolated to a certain area, radiate across the head from one point, or feel viselike. Headache may appear as a sharp pain, a dull ache or a throbbing sensation and can develop gradually or suddenly. A headache may last less than an hour or several days. The most common primary headaches are:
According to our headache specialist, some primary headaches can be triggered by lifestyle factors, including:
There are more than 150 types of headache. Here at our headache relief center, headaches can be treated with medication, stress management and biofeedback. One of the most important aspect of treating headaches is understanding your triggers. Once you know your triggers, your healthcare doctor can tailor treatment to you. Counseling and stress management techniques can help you handle stress triggers better.
In addition to medication, a range of treatments is available. Depending on your headache type, frequency and cause, treatment may include:
When you obtain treatment here, you will receive a pain management program customized precisely to your unique circumstances.
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