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A Guide to Headache and Migraine Relief with Physio

Headaches and migraines can significantly affect daily life. For many people, ongoing pain leads to missed work, reduced concentration, poor sleep, and frustration when symptoms feel difficult to control.

At our Headache and Migraine Clinic in Port Macquarie, physiotherapy focues on identifying physical factors that may contribute to headaches and migraines and supporting long term symptom management through individualised care.

Understanding Headaches and Migraines

Not all headaches are the same. Some headaches originate within the head itself, while others are linked to the neck, upper back, posture, or surrounding muscles. These are often referred to as musculoskeletal or cervicogenic headaches.

Physiotherapy may be helpful when headaches are influenced by:
Neck stiffness or reduced movement
Muscle tension in the neck and shoulders
Postural strain from work or prolonged sitting
Previous neck injury or repetitive strain

Our Port Macquarie headache and migraine clinic commonly sees people whose symptoms are affected by neck-related factors.

The Watson Headache Approach

The Watson Headache Approach is a structured physiotherapy method that focues on identifying headaches linked to dysfunction in the upper cervical spine. This approach involves careful assessment of neck movement and response to treatment to determine whether physical factors may be contributing to headache or migraine symptoms.

This method allows physiotherapy care to be targeted and tailored to each individual.

If you would like to see whether this approach may be appropriate for you,

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How Physiotherapy May Help With Headache Relief

At our Headache Migraine Clinic in Port Macquarie, physiotherapy aims to address physical contributors that may be triggering or worsening symptoms. Treatment may include:

Detailed neck and spinal assessment
Identifying movement restrictions, joint stiffness, or muscle tension
Manual therapy -Gentle hands on techniques to improve neck movement and reduce muscle tension
Targeted exercise programs -Exercises to support posture, neck strength, and movement control
Posture and lifestyle guidance -Practical advice for work setup, sleep positions, and daily habits

Physiotherapy is not a replacement for medical care but may play a supportive role alongside guidance from your GP or other healthcare professionals.

Why Early Assessment Can Be Helpful for Migraine and Headaches

Early assessment may help identify contributing factors before headaches become more frequent or severe. Physiotherapy may help some people to:

Reduce headache frequency or intensity
Improve neck movement and posture
Better manage daily activities and work demands

Responses to treatment vary, and not all headaches or migraines respond in the same way.

Headache Migraine Clinic in Port Macquarie

We offer a dedicated Headache Migraine Clinic in Port Macquarie for people seeking physiotherapy based assessment and care. Our approach focues on understanding your symptoms, identifying potential physical contributors, and providing practical strategies to support ongoing management.

You can find full details about our clinic, assessment process, and whether physiotherapy may be suitable for you here:

👉 https://physioandhealth.com.au/headaches.html

Take the Next Step

If headaches or migraines are impacting your daily life, physiotherapy may be an option worth exploring. A structured assessment can help determine whether neck or musculoskeletal factors may be contributing to your symptoms.

If you are looking for a Headache Migraine Clinic in Port Macquarie, we welcome you to

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