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The types of headache that affect the elderly

C M Poser

    Geriatrics
    |September 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    Headaches in older adults are often muscle-tension types, sometimes linked to neck issues or depression. Effective treatment may require trying various remedies alongside physician empathy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Geriatrics
    • Neurology
    • Pain Management

    Background:

    • Headaches are common in older adults, frequently presenting as muscle-tension types.
    • These headaches often originate with neck discomfort and radiate to the head.
    • Cervical osteoarthritis and depression are significant contributing factors in chronic cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To differentiate common headache types in the elderly.
    • To explore underlying causes and effective management strategies for geriatric headaches.
    • To highlight the importance of physician empathy in headache treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical presentations of headaches in older individuals.
    • Analysis of common etiologies including musculoskeletal and psychological factors.
    • Evaluation of diverse therapeutic interventions for tension-type headaches.

    Main Results:

    • Muscle-tension headaches are the most prevalent type in the elderly, often associated with neck issues.
    • True migraines are rare; vascular headaches, particularly from giant cell arteritis, are more common and severe.
    • Effective treatment for tension headaches often requires a multi-modal approach and physician attentiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • Geriatric headaches are predominantly muscle-tension in nature, with osteoarthritis and depression as key factors.
    • Vascular headaches, including those from giant cell arteritis, pose a significant challenge due to severity.
    • A combination of medical treatments and compassionate care is crucial for managing headaches in older populations.

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