May 11, 2021 · Physiotherapy

Headache and migraine treatment

Headache and migraine treatment via your Physiotherapists. Physiotherapists would not be the first people you would seek headache help from.

Book an assessment Call (07) 5572 6222

Headache and migraine treatment on the Gold Coast — this guide from Ace Health Centre walks you through what matters most: when to seek help, what treatment looks like, and what to expect from your recovery. Call (07) 5572 6222 to book.

Headache and migraine treatment via your Physiotherapists!

Headache and migraine treatment. Physiotherapists can cure your headache! Normally, physiotherapists would not be the first person you would think of to seek headache help from. Yet, with special training, physiotherapists can make a big difference is helping relieve your headaches. Through specific manual therapy techniques, changes can be made to the headaches and/or migraines you experience.

How Ace Health Centre Approaches Headache and migraine treatment

Our team treats Headache and migraine treatment as a structured pathway, not a one-off appointment. First, we work with you to confirm the diagnosis and rule out anything that needs imaging or a specialist referral. Next, we map out a phase-by-phase plan: settling the acute issue, restoring strength and range of motion, and progressing back to your normal life or sport. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where the case calls for it, so you are not bouncing between separate clinics. As a result, you understand exactly what is happening, why it is happening, and what to do about it at every stage of treatment.

How Can Physiotherapy Help with Headaches?

Headaches and/or migraines can have many different symptoms and may not be exactly the same each episode. Some people may have specific triggers like wine, chocolate or stress that increase their symptoms. They can also be quite uncomfortable, persistent, and debilitating. People suffering from headaches have usually tried everything they can think of to help. But, maybe you haven’t seen a physiotherapist.

Physiotherapists can take a very detailed history of your headache and or migraine journey. You may have always experienced these symptoms or maybe there was an event that caused you to have them.

Some headache/migraine symptoms include:

·     Pressure
·     Heaviness
·     Ache
·     Squeezing
·     Clamp/vice-like
·     Neck pain
·     Nausea/vomiting
·     Dizziness
·     Throbbing
·     Visual disturbances
·     Sound disturbances
·     Stabbing
·    Burning

After determining the type of headaches/migraines you experience, physiotherapists then look at your neck. Certain areas in your neck can actually be related and contributing to your headache/migraine. After determining what area is contributing, specialized manual therapy techniques are applied to help relieve your symptoms. You should notice a change quite quickly. This may be a change in intensity, frequency, duration, symptoms or triggers of your headache.

Headaches Physiotherapists Can Help With

Migraines +/- aura
Tension headache
Cervico-genic headache
Cluster headache
TMJ headache
Menstrual headache
Sinus related headache

If you’ve been experiencing headaches or migraines, contact our physiotherapist to start relieving it today.

What to Expect From Headache and migraine treatment at Ace Health Centre

Patients who book Headache and migraine treatment with our team get a clinic-grade assessment, a clear plain-language plan, and a structured progression rather than a one-off appointment. Furthermore, we coordinate care across podiatry, physiotherapy, dietetics and exercise physiology where relevant, so you are not bouncing between clinics. Authoritative information on this topic is also available from Healthdirect Australia if you would like to read further before booking. As a result, you walk in informed and walk out with a plan you understand.

For more on what we do, see our main service page.

Frequently Asked Questions About Headache and migraine treatment

Do I need a referral to book? No referral is needed for our private services. Patients with a GP Chronic Disease Management plan can access bulk-billed sessions where eligible.

Is it covered by private health funds? Most private health extras with the relevant cover offer a rebate. We HICAPS-process on the spot so you walk out knowing your gap.

How soon can I be seen? We keep same-week and same-day slots open for urgent presentations. Online booking shows live availability across all clinicians.

Book Your Headache and migraine treatment Appointment

Ready to get started? Call (07) 5572 6222 or book online. In addition, new patients can use our no-gap initial consult — straightforward, no surprises.

HICAPS on the spot with every major fund · Medicare CDM, DVA, NDIS & WorkCover accepted where applicable.