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    • Exertional headaches are triggered by physical activity.
    • They can be associated with both dynamic and static exertion.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe two cases of exertional headaches presenting during waterskiing.
    • To discuss the clinical course and management of these headaches.

    Main Methods:

    • Case report of two patients experiencing sudden onset headaches during waterskiing.
    • Neurologic examination and CT scans were performed.
    • Patients were advised to avoid aggravating activities and use NSAIDs.

    Main Results:

    • Both patients reported recurrent headaches with exertion.
    • Neurologic examinations and CT scans were normal.
    • Headaches resolved gradually with conservative management.

    Conclusions:

    • Waterskiing can precipitate exertional headaches.
    • Conservative management, including activity modification and NSAIDs, is effective.
    • Further research into the pathophysiology of exertional headaches is warranted.