Surveys have found that over 15% of adults across the United States regularly combat severe headaches, with women twice as susceptible. Fortunately, pain management specialist Hassan Chahadeh, MD, and his team at Texas Pain & Rehab Centers in Houston, Texas, offer personalized care solutions to help you get the relief you need. To schedule an appointment at Texas Pain & Rehab Centers, call the office or reach out online today.
What are the types of headaches?
Some of the most common headaches include:
- Tension headaches
- Migraines
- Cluster headaches
- Sinus or allergy headaches
- Headaches related to hormonal imbalances
- Caffeine headaches
- Hypertension headaches
- Post-traumatic headaches
It isn’t unusual for adults to have a few headaches in a month. But if you suffer 15 or more headache days per month, your headaches are considered chronic.
What causes headaches?
Headaches can arise from environmental triggers, your circumstances, head and neck tension, or nerve problems. They can even be related to sinus pressure or dental or scalp issues.
The most common type is tension headaches. They result from prolonged tightness in the muscles of your neck and head, possibly due to:
- Poor posture
- Eyestrain
- Excessive alcohol use or smoking
- Caffeine, either overconsuming or withdrawing
- Exposure to cold temperatures
- Emotional stress and fatigue
Whatever your headache type, the team at Texas Pain & Rehab Centers can help you get relief.
How do you treat headaches?
After determining the root cause of your headaches with a careful assessment, Texas Pain & Rehab Centers creates a customized care plan.
Your personalized care plan might involve:
Peripheral nerve blocks
Peripheral nerve blocks have been used for many years to address various types of headache disorders. They’re safe, well-tolerated, and effective at relieving pain.
Botox® therapy
Botox therapy uses the Botox neuromodulator to reduce the activity of nerves transmitting pain signals to your brain. It has been found to decrease monthly headache days by half or up to 70%. You can receive this effective treatment once every three months.
Trigger point injections
If you suffer from tension headaches, trigger point injections can allow tight muscles and inflamed nerves to relax and heal, reducing headaches and muscle pain.
Selective nerve root blocks
Selective nerve root blocks have had excellent success in reducing headache pain.
Occipital nerve blocks
This treatment can help many headache disorders, including cluster headaches, and can also address pain from injuries like whiplash.
Don’t let headaches interfere with your ability to live the life you want. Reach out to Texas Pain & Rehab Centers by phone or online today to learn more about how the team can help.