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Cervical headache.

G G Nicholson¹, J Gaston

¹Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Health Related Professions, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 35294-2030, USA. gnichols@UAB.edu

The Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy

|April 28, 2001

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Physical therapists can diagnose and treat cervical headache, a common headache type. This commentary details examination and treatment for cervical dysfunction to improve patient outcomes.

Area of Science:

Neurology
Physical Therapy
Musculoskeletal Disorders

Background:

Headache diagnosis is challenging for physical therapists due to overlapping symptoms across various headache types.
Accurate diagnosis and identification of precipitating factors are crucial for effective headache management.

Observation:

This commentary focuses on cervical headache as a condition potentially benefiting from physical therapy.
It outlines history taking and physical examination procedures to diagnose cervical headache and exclude serious pathologies.

Findings:

Guidelines for treating articular and myofascial dysfunction relevant to cervical headache are provided.
A case report demonstrates examination principles, diagnostic challenges, and successful physical therapy interventions.

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Implications:

Physical therapy offers a viable treatment option for cervical headache.
Standardized examination and treatment protocols can improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes for headache management.