Tension Headache or Cervicogenic Headache? How to Tell the Difference
Tension Headache or Cervicogenic Headache? How to Tell the Difference You’re dealing with yet another headache. The pressure builds around your forehead, or maybe it starts at the base of your skull and creeps forward. You reach for paracetamol, assuming it’s just stress or tension – but what if your neck is actually the problem? […]
How Chronic Neck Tension Can Mimic a Sinus Headache
How Chronic Neck Tension Can Mimic a Sinus Headache You’ve tried decongestants, antihistamines, nasal sprays – perhaps even had a CT scan of your sinuses. Everything comes back clear. Yet the pressure behind your eyes and across your forehead persists, feeling exactly like a sinus problem. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Studies show […]
When to See a Physio vs a Doctor for Your “Sinus Headache”
When to See a Physio vs a Doctor for Your “Sinus Headache” If you’ve been treating what you think is a “sinus headache” for weeks or months without lasting relief, you might be treating the wrong problem entirely. Knowing whether you need to see a sinus headache physio or doctor can save you months of […]
How Physiotherapy Can Help You Avoid TMJ Surgery
How Physiotherapy Can Help You Avoid TMJ Surgery Dealing with jaw pain that won’t go away or clicking that turns into locking? If you’ve seen dentists, worn splints, and tried muscle relaxants, yet nothing worked, surgery might feel inevitable. But here’s what most people don’t realise: conservative TMJ treatment from a practitioner trained specifically in […]
Case Study: Balance Problems & Dizziness
Case Study: Balance Problems & Dizziness When Safety Screening Matters – Identifying a Vascular Red Flag Assessed by: Micahel Hayward, Physiotherapist– Bangalow Headache Neck & Jaw Clinic Patient details have been anonymised to protect privacy. This case study is published with informed consent. Case Summary A patient presented to Bangalow Headache Neck & Jaw Clinic […]
Case Study: TMJ Pain & Jaw Locking
Case Study: TMJ Pain & Jaw Locking 10-Year Headache History Resolved Through Targeted Physiotherapy Treated by: Michael Hayward, Physiotherapist– Bangalow Headache Neck & Jaw Clinic Patient details have been anonymised to protect privacy. This case study is published with informed consent. Case Summary A patient with a long history of chronic headaches and jaw […]
When Pain Persists: Understanding Chronic Headaches and Effective Management Strategies
Physiotherapy for Jaw Pain: When to See a Specialist Instead of Your Dentist Chronic headaches, including conditions such as chronic migraine, tension-type headache, and neck and jaw pain, are common issues that can significantly impact one’s daily life. At Bangalow Headache Clinic, we understand the complex nature of these conditions and take a holistic approach […]
Physiotherapy for Jaw Pain: When to See a Specialist Instead of Your Dentist
Physiotherapy for Jaw Pain: When to See a Specialist Instead of Your Dentist When jaw pain strikes, most people instinctively think of booking an appointment with their dentist. It makes sense: after all, the jaw is closely linked to teeth, bite, and oral health. Yet, not every case of jaw pain is rooted in dental problems. Many […]
Could Your TMJ Disorder Be the Cause of Your Chronic Neck Pain?
Could Your TMJ Disorder Be the Cause of Your Chronic Neck Pain? Chronic neck pain can be frustrating, especially when the usual culprits like poor posture, long hours at a desk, or even past injuries don’t fully explain it. For many people, the discomfort lingers despite stretching, massages, or even medical treatment. However, what if […]
From the Clinic to Your Home: Your Recovery Plan for Jaw Pain
From the Clinic to Your Home: Your Recovery Plan for Jaw Pain Recovering from jaw pain is rarely a matter of attending a few appointments and waiting for things to improve. For most patients, what happens between clinic visits is just as important as the treatment itself. Active participation in recovery is what turns short-term relief into […]
