What is a tension headache

Pain or discomfort in the head, scalp or neck usually caused by tightness of muscles in these areas is known as a tension headache. Though tension headaches can occur at any age, they are most common in adults and adolescents. A tension hea…

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Tension headache is a form of muscular contraction headache. The name refers to both the stress that triggers the pain, as well as the contraction or tensing of neck, face, and scalp muscles. A tension headache is severe, but it is temporar…

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A tension headache is a condition involving pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, usually associated with muscle tightness in these areas.

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How do you get rid of a tension headache?

Q: I have this horrible tension headache but there are few meds I can take. I had a reaction to Excedrin tension headache and there are many cold medicines that don’t react well. Unfortunately, I don’t know until my ears swell up and turn numb while my body itches with hives and I have to go the er once again.

A: Try Head-On. I bought it as a fluke & was amazed at how well it works. You can also try Active-On. Rub it on the back of your neck & your shoulder blades. Amazing!Don’t dwell on the tension. Worrying and/or getting upset about the fact that tension affects you only makes it worse. When you notice it smear on the Head/Active-On, shut your eyes & go away for a few minutes. Imagine you’re on a beach or walking your dog or buying a new purse — whatever makes you happy.

Is It possible to get a tension headache without any stress?

Q: I get a pain that starts from the back of my head where my head and neck meet(back of my head and upper neck). Then it spreads from there to my forehead and it feels like its behind my eyes. This sounds like a tension headache to me but the headaches come when im just watching tv or in class listening to the teacher. I dont feel stressed when they come. What could this be?ya thats true i used to have scoliosis

A: Yes, because tension in your neck creates the headache. This muscle tension can be aggravated by mental stress however most times it’s simply head and neck position.If you had scoliosis, there most likely already is some shifts of the spine. This more easily causes nerve pressure and muscle imbalance, and in the upper neck can cause headache.Students often get this from the neck strain of constantly looking down at books, reading, studying, writing. Those muscles at the base of the skull are called your occipitals and attach the skull to the 1st couple vertebrae.When I was a full time student, I used to get very tight occipital muscles and would often get headaches. To fix the problem I made sure to see a chiropractor periodically and I also studied and often read with a book upright against something like a bookend. If I was at the library I used to just grab one off of one of the book shelves.Most helpful however was this pillow I use: http://www.tractionneckpillow.com

the difference between an tension headache and an aneurysm?

Q: Lately Ive been having constant headaches and pressure in my cheeks, nose and ears. Plus, there’s one spot in the back of my head that hurts off and on. last night it was hurting (yes, that one place in the back of my head) it comes off and on, but Im scared that it’s an aneurysm. is it just a tension headache? can it lead to an aneurysm? or am I just plain paranoid? plz let me know so I can tell my doctor on friday

A: An aneurysm is a ruptured blood vessel, it’s very dangerous.I wouldn’t assume it’s an aneurysm. There are many possible causes of your headaches that aren’t so serious. It could be based on a sinus problem for example.