The type of headache you are suffering from will first need to be determined before treatment can begin. For instance, there are two treatment options available for migraines: preventive and abortive. Preventive medications seek to avoid the occurrence of a migraine while abortive medications relieve the pain after the onset.

Additionally, tension-type headaches, if caused by muscle tension in the neck or scalp, might experience relief with a massage, physical therapy or muscle relaxants. Over the counter pain medications can offer effective relief from pain as well, but too many can also cause rebound headaches.

If you are experiencing frequent headaches, please contact Dr. Tregaskes for more information on how his team of professionals can help you find relief from your headache pain.