Treatments
The Combined Approach
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Commonly one or a number of problems co-exist. |
Neck / Musculoskeletal
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Indicated for Neck pain, base of skull pain, temple pain associated |
Dietary
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A Food diary is always useful to demonstrate a relationship with diet and head pain. Consider dietary triggers where attacks relate to certain foods. Consider blood sugars where attacks relate to timing of meals and sugar content of foods. See Practitioner Directory for Health experts who can help |
Dental / Jaw
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Head pain associated with pain and discomfort around jaw, teeth or face. |
Eye / Optometry Opthalmology
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Optometrists provide essential primary contact with patients presenting with a range of eye problems.Most problems can be addressed through simple procedures such as prescription lenses, eye exercises and advice. Optometrists are also able to diagnose and detect eye diseases which may require further intervention by a General practitioner or Ophthalmologist, via referral. See Optometrists and Eye specialists on our Directory |
Neurological
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Neurologists are experts in dealing with Nerve and Brain problems and diseases. |
Ear, Nose & Throat
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Ear, Nose and Throat problems- such as sinusitis, ear infections, tonsilitis. All cause irritation to the nerves around the face and head and can cause or contribute to Headaches and Migraines. Your Ear, Nose and Throat 'ENT' specialist is an expert in this field. See Practitioner Directory |
General Medical
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Head Pain is one of the most common reasons why patients consult their doctors in the Western world. |
Other Treatments
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There are a number of other treatments used in the approach to Headaches and Migraines. Often these have positive results, especially when used in combination with other mainstream treatments. Examples include Psychology /Biofeedback/ Exercise therapy/ Acupuncture / 'Dry Needling'.. |