Bilingual Physiotherapy Services for Headaches & Migraines in Orléans, Ottawa

Individualized Physiotherapy Treatments by Experienced Practitioners for Headaches & Migraines in Private Treatment Rooms in Ottawa East

Did you know that headaches are one of the most common pain complaints in our population? Headaches can be classified into several types based on their causes, symptoms, and characteristics. Some common types are:

Tension Headaches
  • Most common
  • Mild to moderate dull, squeezing pain around the head
  • Frequency: occasionally to daily
  • Often comes from the jaw or neck muscles
  • Moderate to severe pain, throbbing or pulsating
  • Associated symptoms: nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, dizziness
  • Pain often on one side of the head (temple, eye) and to the back of the head
  • About 20% of migraine sufferers also experience auras, visual or sensory issues, such as: temporary loss of vision, halos, sparkles or flashing lights, wavy or zig zag lines, numbness or tingling on one side of the body, especially in the face
  • Pain starting in the neck & travelling to the head and face
  • Often confused with tension headaches or migraines
  • Involves mechanical issues of the spine or surrounding tissue
  • Whiplash and arthritis are often a causal factor
  • Due to inflammation or infection of the sinuses
  • Face pain, pressure and congestion
  • During or after physical exertion (exercises, coughing, sexual activity)
  • Severe, one side of the head
  • Occur in cyclical patterns
  • Often: eye watering, nasal congestion, restlessness
  • Medication-overuse headaches
  • Caused by hormonal fluctuations (menstruation, pregnancy, menopause)
  • Sudden & severe
  • Reaches maximum intensity within seconds or minutes
  • ATTENTION: can be a sign of a serious medical condition and requires IMMEDIATE medical attention

It is essential to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan for any persistent or severe headache. Treatments vary depending on the type and the severity of the headaches as well as individual factors such as medical history and any underlying conditions. Common treatment options are:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Acupuncture
  • Exercises
  • Better sleep hygiene
  • Stress management
  • Dietary modifications
  • Medication (Over-the-counter, prescription, abortive, preventive)
  • Behavioral therapies for sleep, stress, anxiety, depression

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