We find the most common cause of structural oriented head pain is the TMJ or jaw. The mandible is a moving structure that is prone to alignment problems. One cause of this alignment is 'bruxing' or clenching the jaw. This is a very common problem as people live under greater degrees os stress and tension - jaw clenching is a result of this phenomena.
Another cause is dental work. After extractions the membranes at the back of the jaw can be left in tension, A small bony protrusion as part of the sphenoid bone can become locked in the wrong position and needs releasing. this technique is one of the most dramatic as it provides immediate relief. Another cause can be cervical alignment issues. The upper vertebrae can be pulled into a lateral position which causes blood restrictions and local neck pain radiating up to the base ofd the skull.
Another cause can be tension head aches. These usually originate in the neck and back muscles. There are points behind the scapula and upper shoulder that are very tight and will refer pain to the back and over the front of the head.
We treat all of these conditions regularly. The most common result is - pain free after one session.
So we offer you another option to clear your pain - find a good experienced cranial osteopath or join our family of patients. We have them travel from all over Australia - even from major cities up to Brisbane. Staying over the weekend they receive treatment on a Friday and the Monday then travel back - Migraine free.
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