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Cervical myofascial pain and headache
1Spaulding-Wellesley Rehabilitation Center, 65 Walnut Street, Wellesley, MA 02481, USA. jborgstein@partners.org
Current Pain and Headache Reports
|July 4, 2002
Summary
Cervical myofascial pain, often from trigger points, can cause headaches. Identifying and treating this pain is key for effective headache management.
Area of Science:
- Pain Medicine
- Neurology
- Physical Therapy
Background:
- Myofascial pain is a frequent source of chronic regional pain.
- Myofascial trigger points in the neck can radiate pain to the head and face.
- This referred pain is a significant factor in cervicogenic headache.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current literature on cervical myofascial pain.
- To discuss the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of this condition.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing studies on cervical myofascial pain.
- Analysis of diagnostic criteria and treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- Cervical myofascial pain is a treatable cause of cervicogenic headache when properly diagnosed.
- Understanding pathophysiology aids in targeted diagnosis and management.
Conclusions:
- Cervical myofascial pain is a crucial, treatable element in managing cervicogenic headaches.
- Further research into pathophysiology can refine diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.