{"id":2394,"date":"2022-05-07T09:23:39","date_gmt":"2022-05-07T13:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/physioex.impulsionmedia.com\/?post_type=condition&#038;p=2394"},"modified":"2026-03-03T23:05:41","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T04:05:41","slug":"headaches","status":"publish","type":"condition","link":"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/condition\/headaches\/","title":{"rendered":"Headaches"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>What causes headaches?<\/h2>\n<p>Headaches can be caused, among other things, by muscle tension, nerve irritation, or compression of blood vessels in the neck region. Many factors can play a role, such as stress, anxiety, fatigue, hunger, dehydration, the menstrual cycle, bruxism (teeth grinding), or prolonged maintenance of a posture.<\/p>\n<p>A health professional can help properly identify the source of your symptoms in order to treat them appropriately.<\/p>\n<h2>When should you be concerned about a headache?<\/h2>\n<p>If you experience a very severe headache accompanied by loss of control of your movements, difficulty speaking, or facial drooping, you should go to the emergency room. A very intense headache can be a symptom of a stroke.<\/p>\n<p>You should see a doctor promptly if you have had a blow to the head and your headache is accompanied by fever, confusion, loss of appetite, sleep disturbances, or night sweats. <a href=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/condition\/concussions\/\">Visit our page on concussions.<\/a><br \/>\n<a class=\"btn-calendrier-contenu condition\" href=\"https:\/\/reservation.physioextra.ca\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"nul\">Book an appointment<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>The different types of headaches<\/h2>\n<p>Headaches include several types of pain felt in the head or neck. Here are the main ones:<\/p>\n<h3>What causes headaches?<\/h3>\n<p>The medical term \u201cheadache\u201d refers to what is commonly called a headache. The two expressions therefore mean the same thing. There are different types of headaches:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tension-type headache<\/strong>: quite common, usually episodic, and described as a tightening or vise-like sensation around the head. It can be felt in different areas of the skull.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cervicogenic headache<\/strong>: associated with a mechanical issue (muscular or joint-related) in the neck that causes pain radiating to the head.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Post-traumatic headache<\/strong>: caused by an injury or impact to the head or body that leads to symptoms reaching the head.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14420\" src=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-scaled.png\" alt=\"Types of headaches\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-web-cephalees-2048x1152.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>What are the symptoms of cluster headache?<\/h3>\n<p>Also known as Horton\u2019s headache, cluster headache is quite rare and occurs more frequently in men. It typically causes brief but frequent and very intense headaches. The pain is first felt around one eye and then spreads into the face. It may be accompanied by tearing and nasal congestion.<\/p>\n<h3>What are the symptoms of migraine?<\/h3>\n<p>Pain associated with a migraine is usually very intense and may be located near one eye, on one side of the head, or be more diffuse. Often described as a throbbing or pulsating sensation in the head, it may also be accompanied by sensitivity to light or sound, visual halos, nausea, or vomiting. A migraine episode can last from a few hours to several days. There are different types of migraines (vestibular, hormonal, with or without aura, etc.). This condition must be managed in collaboration with a physician.<\/p>\n<h3>What is Arnold\u2019s neuralgia?<\/h3>\n<p>This type of headache is caused by irritation of the nerve that passes very close to the second cervical vertebra, at the base of the skull. Stiffness, tension, or scar tissue in this area can be the cause. The pain is often intense and usually felt on one side, from the back of the head to the forehead and behind the eye. It may sometimes be accompanied by numbness.<\/p>\n<div class=\"saviez-vous\"><span class=\"saviez\">DID YOU<br \/>\n<i>KNOW?<\/i><\/span>The medical term \u201ccephalalgia\u201d refers to what is commonly called a headache. The two terms mean the same thing.<\/div>\n<h2>What can cause headaches?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Muscle tension due to prolonged poor posture.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/condition\/sore-jaw\/\">Jaw problems<\/a>, such as bruxism (teeth grinding).<\/li>\n<li>Stress and anxiety.<\/li>\n<li>Injuries or trauma (impact, whiplash).<\/li>\n<li>Poor lifestyle habits: sleep, nutrition, hydration.<\/li>\n<li>Medical conditions (hormonal or neurological disorders).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Headache symptoms<\/h2>\n<p>Symptoms can vary depending on the type of headache. It is therefore completely normal to wonder: what does this mean? What should I do? Although it is generally recommended to consult a health professional, here are a few pointers to help you better understand the situation.<\/p>\n<h3>Headache upon waking<\/h3>\n<p>Headaches upon waking may be associated with various factors, including sleeping posture or an inappropriate pillow, jaw tension related to bruxism, or an insufficient number of hours of sleep or suboptimal sleep quality. The first step is to try to identify the cause in order to take appropriate action. Changing pillows or adjusting sleeping position are examples that can help reduce headaches caused by muscle tension.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to keep in mind that since a night\u2019s sleep generally lasts 6\u20138 hours, a pillow that is too thin or too thick can lead to muscle tension and result in headaches upon waking.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/en\/health-tips\/sleeping-position\/\">Read our article: The best sleeping position to sleep without pain<\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14410\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14410\" style=\"width: 473px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14410\" src=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capture-decran-2026-02-03-094938.png\" alt=\"Inadequate neck and head position on a pillow\" width=\"473\" height=\"321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capture-decran-2026-02-03-094938.png 473w, https:\/\/physioextra.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Capture-decran-2026-02-03-094938-150x102.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14410\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image generated by Copilot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Persistent headache<\/h3>\n<p>A headache tends to persist when the cause has not been properly identified and addressed. A persistent headache may be influenced by factors such as prolonged stress, fatigue, certain lifestyle habits, physical tension, or repetitive strain. It may be helpful to observe the duration, frequency, and impact of your activities on your headaches in order to take appropriate steps to help reduce them.<\/p>\n<p>Pain that is persistent, represents a change compared to your usual headaches, or does not improve over time may warrant an evaluation to identify its cause.<\/p>\n<h3>Daily headaches<\/h3>\n<p>Daily headaches can sometimes develop when certain factors are present continuously. These factors may be mechanical in nature (work or sleep posture, teeth clenching, etc.) or related to lifestyle habits (sleep hygiene, nutrition, hydration, stress, etc.). Over time, the system may become more sensitive to various triggers.<\/p>\n<p>As with persistent headaches, daily headaches may warrant an evaluation to identify the cause.<\/p>\n<h3>Headache and fatigue<\/h3>\n<p>Headaches accompanied by fatigue may reflect both physical and mental overload. When the body is fatigued, certain areas such as the neck, shoulders, and upper back may develop increased muscle tension that can contribute to the onset of symptoms. In some people, fatigue can also lower the pain perception threshold. Lack of sleep, prolonged stress, or a demanding lifestyle can intensify the cycle in which fatigue and headaches influence each other.<\/p>\n<p>If fatigue is significant, persistent, or accompanied by frequent or unusual headaches, it is recommended to discuss it with a health professional in order to explore possible causes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10764,"template":"","class_list":["post-2394","condition","type-condition","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Headaches (Cephalalgia): Types, Causes &amp; Relief | PhysioExtra<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Migraines, headaches, and cephalalgia: discover the causes, symptoms, and how to relieve different types of headaches with advice from our experts. 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