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Tension Headache

Tips for releasing a tension headache

April 20, 2009
Medications work well for the occasional headache, but experts say chronic over-the-counter medication use can backfire for those who suffer more often. This constant use can case "rebound" headaches, they say. In this article from CNN, experts talk about the particular pain of tension headaches--a type often brought on by stress. They recommend some alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, meditation, and even mouth guards as methods that may help lessen the vice-grip pain of tension headach... Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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04/23/07 #6 - Constant tension headaches, not rested?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

Full Question: I've had tension headaches since I was a teenager, I'm now 31 years old. I live... Read more »

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05/12/08 #9 - Tension Headache Treatment, Midrin?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

...off and on for about 8 years. Diagnosed with muscle tension headaches and was prescribed Midrin.... Read more »

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05/21/07 #10 - Information on occipital neuralgia?
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

...almost 50 years. I have been treated for migraine, tension headache, TMJ syndrome, sinus... Read more »

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Top 75 Migraine and Headache Questions, #50
By Ask the Clinician , Health Expert

......can cause rebound. If you are experiencing daily tension headaches, there are different... Read more »

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Two Weeks on Inderal
By Eileen Gray , Health Expert

...to have finally found something that works for my Tension Headaches!! I find that I had a harder... Read more »

Health Guide

Tension Headaches
...sufferers frequently complain of headaches, caused by constant worrying and muscle tension. What are Tension Headaches? According to familydoctor.org, tension, or stress headaches are “a... Read more »
Tension Headaches
...and work capacity. Tension-type headaches have been called by various names over the years including Tension headache, muscle contraction headache, psychomyogenic headache, stress headache,... Read more »
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......headache; Benign headache; Headache - tension Causes, incidence, and risk factors Tension headaches are one of the most common forms of headaches. They may occur at any age,... Read more »
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...Benign headache; Headache - tension Prevention Avoid situations that may cause a tension headache. This can include keeping warm if the headache is associated with cold, using... Read more »
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...or meditation helpful. Biofeedback may improve relaxation exercises and may be helpful for chronic tension headache. Other preventive measures may include keeping warm if the headache is... Read more »

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Medications

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...baths, and other relaxation methods can help with tension headaches. Consult your doctor or... Read more »

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...baths, and other relaxation methods can help with tension headaches. Consult your doctor or... Read more »

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...baths, and other relaxation methods can help with tension headaches. Consult your doctor or... Read more »

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...take more than 5 capsules in a 12-hour period. For tension headaches, take every 4 hours as... Read more »

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This combination medication is used to treat tension headaches. Acetaminophen helps to decrease... Read more »

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