Understanding Headaches

Headaches are one of the most common health concerns worldwide, affecting all ages and lifestyles. While often managed with medication, many headaches stem from musculoskeletal or neurological issues that physiotherapy can address. Tension-type headaches and cervicogenic headaches, in particular, respond remarkably well to targeted treatment.

At Active Life, we classify headaches as:

• Primary headaches — like tension-type headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches.
• Secondary headaches — such as cervicogenic headaches, sinus headaches, and headaches caused by underlying medical conditions.

Understanding the type of headache is critical for effective management, as treatment varies depending on the root cause.