Classification
Various classification systems exist, these can be rather complicated but basically divide head pain into:
- Primary headache disorders
including various migraine types, tension headache, cluster headaches, structurally based headaches etc. - Secondary headache disorders
i.e. headaches linked with other conditions including head trauma, vascular disorders, non-vascular intracranial disorders, infection, metabolic disorders, cranial neuralgias, medications, disorders of associated structures such as neck, eyes, ears, nose/sinus, teeth, and jaw etc. - Non-Classifiable Head Pain
Those head pains that do not fulfill criteria for primary or secondary disorders
It is likely that if you have suffered for many months or years some of the above terms have been mentioned. In the past you may have had various tests, and your headache/migraine has been given a medical classification. Unfortunately this does not necessarily lead to an effective treatment. This is where our specialised clinic can help.
"Most people don't immediately think that an osteopath can help them with a migraine. I suffered from migraines all through my 20s. They increased in frequency and got progressively worse. The most worrying in addition to the familiar headache, nausea and visual disturbances - was the paralysis down the left side of my face. Doctors prescribed tablets to take on onset, but no other treatment. Making sure I had my tablets with me was a constant concern.
During osteopathic treatment, the migraines stopped immediately with no on-going headaches or problems. Since my treatment, I have only had a handful of migraines in the last 15 years. If I ever hear of a colleague or relative suffering from migraines, I always ask if they have seen an osteopath. It is such a pain free way to be released from this debilitating condition.
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Louise T Davies
Deputy Chief Executive
Ewell,Surrey
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