This is the most common headache and is linked to muscle tightness. When your scalp or neck muscles become tense, it could result in a tension headache. If you have been recently involved in an accident, suffered an injury, or are dealing with extreme stress, the headache you are getting is likely to be a tension headache.
Other triggers for tension headaches are retaining one position without moving or stretching. Sitting for long hours in an office typing, looking down on a microscope, or doing handy work could also cause muscle tension, resulting in tension headaches.
Tension headaches are primary and have two main symptoms—pressure on the forehead region and dull pain on the side of your head. Fortunately, a physical therapist can offer relief for tension headaches.
