Effective Headache Treatment

Turn to Muscle People Physiotherapists For Effective Headache Treatment In Christchurch City

Conveniently located in Christchurch CBD

1 Cashel St, Christchurch 8013

Mon-Thur: 8:00am to 6:00pm & Fri: 6:00am to 5:20pm

Discounted parking available for clients

Physiotherapist doing headache assessment

Headaches can make even the simplest daily tasks feel overwhelming but with the right treatment, relief is possible.

What causes headaches?

Headaches can be caused by a wide range of factors and the area where you feel your pain is not always where the pain is coming from. Many times the headache that you are experiencing is a symptom of something else, whether that is from poor posture, stiff neck muscles or an accident or injury.

The more common contributing factors causing headaches are:

  • Poor posture

  • Stiffness of the joints in the neck and upper back

  • Muscle imbalances (muscle tightness and muscle weakness)

  • Previous neck trauma (e.g. whiplash, sports injury)

Our Muscle People Team have successfully been treating clients with headaches for over 30 years and we understand that every headache is different. There are over 270 classifications of headaches but the most common headaches are:

  • Tension headaches

  • Neck related headaches

  • Jaw related headaches

  • Post-traumatic headaches

  • Nerve related headaches

  • Post whiplash related headaches

  • Hormone headaches

  • Caffeine headaches

  • Exertion headaches

  • Hypertension headaches

  • Rebound headaches

What to expect from a headache treatment at Muscle People Physiotherapy

Our approach does not involve manipulating or cracking of the neck but we gently stress the appropriate spinal segments in a smooth, sustained, persuasive manner. We are trained in the Watson Headache approach, a method of examining the small movements of the top three spinal segments. This is an internationally recognised approach for diagnostic accuracy and reducing pain for headache and migraine conditions.

At our Muscle People Physiotherapy, treatment goes beyond what happens during your session. We take a holistic approach and may also provide you with tailored exercises and practical tips to support your recovery, such as:

  • Improving your posture while sitting, standing or driving.

  • Breathing techniques to help manage tension.

  • Staying properly hydrated.

  • Strategies for managing daily stress.

Every treatment plan is personalised to your individual needs. You’ll benefit from:

  • Hands-on therapy and modern treatment methods.

  • State-of-the-art technology for accurate assessment and diagnosis.

  • Evidence-based care, refined through years of successful outcomes.

  • A professional, supportive approach every step of the way.

The treatment option chosen will vary depending on the location of the problem and the root cause of your pain. However, common treatments include:

  • Evidence-based dry needling.

  • Remedial massage.

  • Spinal taping to help postural correction.

  • Exercises to improve posture via strengthening exercises and stretches.

  • Joint mobilisations and or manipulations.

  • Trigger point releases.

  • Stress reduction strategies.

You don’t have to put up with ongoing headaches — effective, expert help is right around the corner. Our experienced physiotherapists are part of one of Christchurch’s leading headache treatment teams, dedicated to helping you feel better, faster. Contact us today to start your personalised headache treatment plan and take the first step toward lasting relief.

You're in safe hands

Laurie, Clare, Naomi, and Jaclyn are experts at treating migraines and headaches in Christchurch. With over thirty years experience between them, they are very experienced in assessing and managing the upper cervical (neck) spine for headache and migraine conditions.

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