Are you frequently sidelined by headaches that disrupt your day, affect your work, or keep you from doing the things you love? Whether you’re dealing with tension headaches, migraines, or cervicogenic headaches caused by neck issues, living with ongoing head pain can be exhausting and frustrating.
At PREP Performance Center in Chicago and Niles, IL, our experienced physical therapists specialize in treating the underlying causes of chronic headaches—not just the symptoms. Through targeted, non-invasive treatments, we can help you reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches and get back to living pain-free.
Headaches can originate from a variety of sources. While some are caused by neurological factors, many are musculoskeletal in nature—often linked to poor posture, neck tension, or joint dysfunction. According to WebMD, different types of headaches can present with unique symptoms, have distinct causes, and often require specific treatments.
Some of the most common types of headaches we treat at PREP include:
Tension Headaches: Caused by muscle tightness in the neck, shoulders, and scalp.
Migraines: Often triggered by stress, environmental factors, or muscle imbalances.
Cervicogenic Headaches: Originating from the cervical spine (neck) due to joint or disc dysfunction.
Postural Headaches: Related to prolonged poor posture, especially with desk work or screen time.
Postural Headaches: Related to prolonged poor posture, especially with desk work or screen time.
TMJ-Related Headaches: Caused by dysfunction in the jaw joint.
At PREP Performance Center, our Chicago and Niles physical therapists perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine the factors contributing to your headaches. We then develop a personalized treatment plan aimed at reducing pain, restoring mobility, and preventing future headaches.
Our Headache Treatment Approach May Include:
Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve cervical spine alignment, reduce muscle tension, and improve joint mobility.
Postural Training: Correcting poor posture that can strain the neck, shoulders, and upper back.
Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Focused on relieving tension in the neck and shoulders while building supportive strength.
Neck and Upper Back Mobility Work: To improve range of motion and reduce stiffness that can contribute to headaches.
Relaxation Techniques and Breathing Exercises: To help manage stress and decrease tension that may trigger headaches.
Education and Ergonomic Advice: Recommendations for workspace setup and daily habits to reduce headache triggers.
You don’t have to live with the constant burden of headaches. If you’re ready to enjoy serious, lasting headache pain relief, it’s time to talk!
Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive evaluation and start your path to headache-free living!
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