Physiotherapy for Headaches

Gentle, targeted care for lasting relief

At Thrive Health Group, we understand how persistent headaches can disrupt your work, sleep, and emotional wellbeing. Our physiotherapy approach addresses the root causes—whether muscular, joint-related, or stress-driven—to help you regain comfort and control.

Types of Headaches We Treat

Physiotherapy is especially effective for headaches with musculoskeletal origins. These include:

  • Cervicogenic Headaches – Referred pain from the upper cervical spine, often felt at the base of the skull, temples, or behind the eyes

  • Tension-Type Headaches – Caused by muscle tightness in the neck, shoulders, or jaw, often linked to stress or poor posture

  • TMJ-Related Headaches – Triggered by jaw dysfunction, clenching, or grinding

  • Postural Headaches – Resulting from sustained poor alignment during work or sleep

We do not treat vascular or neurological headaches (e.g. migraines, cluster headaches) unless they coexist with musculoskeletal contributors.

How Physiotherapists Assess Headaches

Your initial assessment is thorough and tailored to your symptoms. It includes:

  • Cervical spine evaluation – Checking joint mobility, muscle tension, and referred pain patterns

  • TMJ screening – Assessing jaw alignment, bite function, and muscle activity

  • Postural analysis – Identifying habits that may contribute to strain

  • Psychosocial review – Exploring stress, sleep, and lifestyle factors that influence headache frequency

  • Functional impact – Understanding how headaches affect your daily life and goals

Physiotherapy Treatment for Headaches

Treatment is gentle, progressive, and evidence-based. It may include:

  • Manual therapy – Mobilisation of cervical joints, soft tissue release, and TMJ techniques

  • Targeted exercises – Strengthening and stretching to improve posture and reduce recurrence

  • Relaxation strategies – Breathing, mindfulness, and pacing to reduce stress-related tension

  • Education and self-management – Empowering you with tools to manage triggers and maintain progress

Why Choose Thrive Health Group?

Our lead physiotherapist, Ann, brings deep expertise and compassionate care to headache management. She has:

  • Extensive experience treating headaches, TMJ dysfunction, and cervical spine conditions

  • Completed advanced training in facial and cranial rehabilitation

  • A holistic approach that includes psychosocial influences and lifestyle factors

Ann’s assessments are detailed and empowering—designed to uncover the true drivers of your pain and guide you toward lasting relief.

Let’s help you feel better, faster.
Book your headache assessment today and take the first step toward comfort and clarity.