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Headaches & Jaw Pain (TMD).

The international headache society offers a detailed diagnostic criteria and classifies headaches into primary, secondary and neuropathies.

Approximately 5 million Australians are affected by headaches and a large percentage do not seek treatment. The are many different types, causes and symptoms associated with headaches. Getting an accurate diagnosis is the first stop in finding the most appropriate treatment and reducing the impact on quality of life.

Most common headaches that present to an osteopath / allied health clinic:

  • Migraine Headache

  • Cervicogenic Headache

  • Tension Type Headache

  • Cluster Headache

  • Medication overuse headache

Jaw Pain, know as temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) affects up to 12% of the population. With females twice as likely to experience compared to men.

There is a strong correlation between posture, cervical spine dysfunction and TMD. There are numerous other conditions that can cause pain in the TMJ region, It is important to make an accurate diagnosis to ensure the correct treatment is given.

Common conditions causing TMD:

  • Disc Derangements

  • Hypermobility

  • Osteoarthritis

  • Myofascial Pain

How does Solution Health & Rehab. treat headaches & TMD?

We offer a comprehensive examination to find the root cause of your headache or TMD. Our team are trained in various assessment systems such as SFMA, McKenzie, Neurodynamics and DNS. Our aim is to identify the source of your pain and the functional limitations that may have caused the problem. We then offer a tailored treatment plan to provide pain relief in the short term and rehabilitation strategies for a long term solution.

To learn more about the assessment and treatment approaches we offer, view Our Services.

Follow the link below to book an initial consultation and begin the process to finding solutions to your headache or TMD.

The source of headache or jaw pain on rare occasion can be something more serious, if you’re experiencing a fever, neck stiffness, neurological symptoms, difficulty chewing, are pregnant or have had a recent trauma, please seek the appropriate medical advice straight away.

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