Interní Med. 2008; 10(11): 520-521

Tension-type headache

doc. MUDr. Otakar Keller CSc
Neurologická klinika IPVZ, Fakultní Thomayerova nemocnice Praha

Tension-type headache is the most common headache which affects almost all population at least ones in life. Episodic tension-type headache and chronic tension-type headache are disorders characterised by high frequency of attacs. In some cases is attended by contractions of pericranial muscles. It can be brought on physical and psychological stress and improper working positions. Abnormal neuronal sensitivities are proposed as another cause. The approach to the treatment of tension-type headache consists of physical, pharmaco- and psychotherapy. Specific care has to be given to prevent of drug overuse.

Keywords: Key words: headache, episodic tension-type headache, chronic tension-type headache, muscle contracture, physical therapy.

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