Proper posture can help curb the frequency of tension headaches by reducing the amount of stress placed on the neck and shoulder muscles, thus preventing these muscles from pulling on the scalp. The pain caused by tension headache can also be reduced with exercises and stretching of the muscles of the head, neck and shoulders.
These exercises are considered supplemental and should not be used to replace your regular manual therapy or exercise routine. Some helpful exercises include:
Chin correction:
Start in a standing or sitting position
Keep your chin parallel to the floor
Pull your chin (jaw) and head back, being careful not to tilt your head back
Return to neutral position
Complete 2 sets of 5 – 10 repetitions
Scapula and Levator Stretching:
Sit with your back straight
Tilt your head from one side up and rotate it to the opposite side.
Nod your head forward until you feel a stretch along the sides and back of your neck.
Apply extra pressure (gently) with your hand to increase the stretch, if necessary.
Hold the stretch for 30 seconds
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