scholarly journals Causes and Treatment of Tension Headache: A Review

2021 ◽  
pp. 288-293
Author(s):  
Mounther Mohammed A. Alnaim ◽  
Sarah Abdulla A. Bukhamsin ◽  
Yasamiyan Ali AlBurayh ◽  
Mahmoud Refat S. Alshadly ◽  
Khalid Waleed M. Almaslamani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Scientific Evidence ◽  
Tension Headache ◽  
Primary Headache ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Disease Epidemiology ◽  
Exact Etiology ◽  
Type Headache ◽  
Tension Type Headaches

Tension-type headache (TTH) is the most prevalent primary headache problem, affecting 46 percent to 78 percent of people at some point in their lives. However, the majority have episodic infrequent TTH (1 day per month or fewer) with no specific need for medical treatment. The diagnosis is made based on the patient's medical history and physical examination. The exact etiology of tension-type headache is unknown. The most likely cause of rare tension-type headaches is activation of hyperexcitable peripheral afferent neurons from head and neck muscles. Nondrug management is commonly utilized and should be considered for all patients with TTH. The scientific evidence for the efficacy of most treatment approaches, on the other hand, is limited. Pharmacological treatment depends on whether the headache is acute or chronic. In this review we will cover the disease epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis, and management. The aim is to study the Causes and Treatment of Tension Headache method a population-based study in Denmark,  About 24% to 37% of the population experienced TTH several times a month, 10% had it weekly, and 2% to 3% of the population had chronic TTH, In contrast to migraine, women are only slightly more affected than males (the female-to-male ratio of TTH is 5:4), and onset is delayed (25 to 30 years). Between the ages of 30 and 39.

Migraine, Tension-Type Headache, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Childhood: A Population-Based Study

2010 ◽  
Vol 122 (5) ◽  
pp. 18-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marco A. Arruda ◽  
Vincenzo Guidetti ◽  
Federica Galli ◽  
Regina C. A. P. Albuquerque ◽  
Marcelo E. Bigal
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Type Headache

Headache Prevalence Among Adolescents — The German DMKG Headache Study

Cephalalgia ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 347-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
K Fendrich ◽  
M Vennemann ◽  
V Pfaffenrath ◽  
S Evers ◽  
A May ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
International Headache Society ◽  
Primary Headache ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Primary Headache Disorders ◽  
Ihs Criteria ◽  
Probable Migraine ◽  
Type Headache

This population-based cross-sectional study examined the 3-month prevalence of headache, migraine and tension-type headache (TTH) among adolescents aged 12-15 years in Germany Students ( n = 3324) from 20 schools completed a questionnaire on general and headache-specific pain which included a sociodemographic module. The headache-specific questionnaire complied with the respective revised criteria of the International Headache Society (IHS). 'Modified criteria' changed the item 'duration' in migraine (>30 min instead of >4 h). The overall 3-month prevalence of headache was 69.4% (boys 59.5%, girls 78.9%), with 4.4% of the adolescents suffering from frequent (≥ 14 days/3 months) and severe (grade 8-10 on a 10-point visual analogue scale) headache and 1.4% (boys 0.9%, girls 1.9%) from headache ≥15 days/month. The 3-month prevalence of migraine was 2.6% (boys 1.6%, girls 3.5%) applying strict IHS criteria and 6.9% (boys 4.4%, girls 9.3%) with modified criteria; 12.6% (boys 8.3%, girls 16.7%) suffered from probable migraine, 0.07% fulfilled the criteria for chronic migraine, 4.5% (boys 4.6%, girls 4.3%) suffered from TTH, 0.2% from chronic TTH and 15.7% (boys 14.5%, girls 16.9%) from probable TTH. Headache and migraine were more common in girls than in boys and in teenagers, especially in girls, aiming at higher education. Recurrent headache and primary headache disorders are common complaints among German adolescents, especially among girls.

scholarly journals Acupuncture as a therapeutic option for tension-type headache: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camila Puton, Caio de Almeida Lellis ◽  
Caio Reis Borges ◽  
Giovanna Garcia de Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Clinical Trials ◽  
Relaxation Training ◽  
Randomized Clinical Trials ◽  
Therapeutic Option ◽  
Control Process ◽  
Tension Headache ◽  
Primary Headache ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Type Headache

Introduction: Tension headache (TTS), the most common type of primary headache, is characterized by tightness pain, typically bilateral, lasting hours or days, significantly impairing daily activities. Objectives: To review the literature on the use of acupuncture in the management of TTS, evaluating its safety and efficacy. Design and setting: A systematic review conducted at the Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás. Methods: A systematic literature review was performed in the PubMed, EMBASE and Virtual Health Library databases, with the terms: “Tension-Type Headache AND Acupuncture”. Randomized studies and clinical trials published in the last 10 years were selected. Results: Two studies, one clinical trial and one randomized trial, concluded that combining acupuncture with another therapy involving movement, such as stretching, physical therapy techniques, or relaxation training, led to reduced pain intensity and improved quality of life in patients with TTS. In contrast, other randomized clinical trials concluded that relaxation training decreased the intensity, frequency of attacks, and adjunctive symptoms of headache (sleep and vitality) more than acupuncture. Finally, acupuncture was compared with the simulated control process in the prevention of TTS, but there were no statistically significant differences between the two groups evaluated. Conclusion: The literature indicated that the combination of acupuncture with other therapeutic options was safe and effective in the management and prevention of TTS. Studies with greater scientific rigor should be conducted for a better understanding of this therapeutic option.

The Prevalence of Migraine and Tension-Type Headaches Among Adolescents in Norway. The Nord-Trøndelag Health Study (Head-Hunt-Youth), A Large Population-Based Epidemiological Study

Cephalalgia ◽  
2004 ◽  
Vol 24 (5) ◽  
pp. 373-379 ◽  
Author(s):  
J-A Zwart ◽  
G Dyb ◽  
TL Holmen ◽  
LJ Stovner ◽  
T Sand
Keyword(s):  
Large Population ◽  
Primary Headache ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Health Study ◽  
Target Range ◽  
Headache Disorders ◽  
Total Study Population ◽  
Primary Headache Disorders ◽  
Type Headache ◽  
Tension Type Headaches

The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of headache and primary headache disorders like migraine and tension-type headaches among adolescents, and to explore the differences in headache prevalence and frequency by gender and age. This cross-sectional study was conducted in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, during the years 1995-97. In total, 8984 (88%) out of 10 202 invited adolescents aged 12-19 years participated in the youth part of the Nord-Trøndelag Health Study [Helseundersøkelsen i Nord-Trøndelag (HUNT)]. The total study population in this study consisted of 8255 individuals after exclusion of invalid questionnaires and students outside the target range of 13-18 years of age. The students completed a comprehensive questionnaire, and one of the questions was whether the students had experienced any headaches during the last 12 months. In addition, 5847 of these students were also subject to an interview in which they were asked whether they had experienced recurring headaches during the last year and, if so, were they classified as migraine (MI), tension-type headache (TTH) or non-classifiable headache. In the total questionnaire-based population, 76.8% reported having had headaches during the last 12 months (69.4% boys and 84.2% girls). Among those who also were interviewed, 29.1% reported having recurrent headaches (21.0% boys and 36.5% girls). The overall 1-year prevalence of migraine was 7%, of tension-type headache 18%, and of non-classifiable headache 4.8%. Higher prevalence rates were found for girls in all age groups and for all headache categories. The overall frequency of recurrent headaches did not vary significantly with age, but girls had significantly more frequent headaches than boys. We concluded that headache in general, and recurrent primary headache disorders like migraine and tension-type headaches, are common somatic complaints among Norwegian adolescents, especially among girls.

The association between stress and headache: A longitudinal population-based study

Cephalalgia ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (10) ◽  
pp. 853-863 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara H Schramm ◽  
Susanne Moebus ◽  
Nils Lehmann ◽  
Ursula Galli ◽  
Mark Obermann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stress Intensity ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Headache Frequency ◽  
Analog Scale ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
Type Headache ◽  
Log Linear

Introduction We studied the association between stress intensity and headache frequency for tension-type headache (TTH), migraine and migraine with coexisting TTH (MigTTH). Method We studied a population-based sample of 5159 participants (21–71 years) who were asked quarterly between March 2010 and April 2012 about headache and stress. Log-linear regression in the framework of generalized estimating equations was used to estimate regression coefficients presented as percent changes to describe the association between stress intensity (modified visual analog scale (VAS) from 0 to 100) and headache frequency (days/month) stratified by headache subtypes and age groups and adjusted for sex, age, frequent intake of acute pain drugs, drinking, smoking, BMI and education. Results TTH was reported in 31% participants (48.1 ± 12.5years, 51.5% women, 2.2 ± 3.9 mean headache days/month, 52.3 ± 26.7 mean stress), migraine in 14% (44.8 ± 11.3years, 73.3%, 4.5 ± 5.2 days/month, 62.4 ± 23.3), MigTTH in 10.6% (43.5 ± 11.5 years, 61.0%, 3.6 ± 4.8 days/month, 58.6 ± 24.1), 23.6% were unclassifiable, and 20.8% had no headache. In participants with TTH an increase of 10 points on VAS was associated with an increase of headaches days/month of 6.0% (adjusted). Higher effects were observed in younger age groups (21–30/31–40/41–50/51–60/61–71 years: 9.8/10.2/7.0/6.5/3.5%). Slightly lower effects were observed for migraine (4.3%, 8.1/5.1/3.4/6.3/0.3%) and MigTTH (4.2%, 5.5/6.8/6.9/5.8/–0.7%). Conclusion Our study provides evidence for an association between stress intensity and headache frequency.

scholarly journals Insomnia in tension-type headache: a population-based study

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiyoung Kim ◽  
Soo-Jin Cho ◽  
Won-Joo Kim ◽  
Kwang Ik Yang ◽  
Chang-Ho Yun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Type Headache

An Epidemiological Study of Headache in Florianopolis, Brazil

Cephalalgia ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 122-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
LP Queiroz ◽  
LM Barea ◽  
N Blank
Keyword(s):  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Population Based Study ◽  
Low Socioeconomic ◽  
Daily Headache ◽  
Type Headache ◽  
Degree Of Association ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The aim of this study was to estimate the 1-year prevalence of headache, migraine, tension-type headache (TTH) and chronic daily headache (CDH), and the degree of association of migraine with some sociodemographic characteristics of the population of Florianopolis, Brazil. This is a cross-sectional, door-to-door, population-based study. In 300 randomly selected households, 625 subjects, aged 15–64 years, responded to a structured questionnaire. The 1-year prevalence of headache was 80.8%, of migraine 22.1%, of TTH 22.9%, and of CDH 6.4%. Migraine and CDH were significantly more prevalent in females than in males. Migraine was significantly associated with the following variables: low household income, low electricity consumption, and divorced or widowed marital status. We have shown high prevalences of migraine and CDH in Florianopolis, close to the higher rates of previous studies. There was a preponderance of migraine in females, divorced  or  widowed,  with  a  low  socioeconomic  level.

Self-Report of Headache in Children and Adolescents in Germany: Possibilities and Confines of Questionnaire Data for Headache Classification

Cephalalgia ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 29 (8) ◽  
pp. 864-872 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Heinrich ◽  
L Morris ◽  
B Kröner-Herwig
Keyword(s):  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Primary Headache ◽  
Population Based ◽  
Tension Type Headache ◽  
Case Definition ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Prevalence Rates ◽  
Lower Saxony ◽  
Headache Classification ◽  
Type Headache

The aim of this study was to estimate prevalence rates of different types of primary headache in 9- to 14-year-old children in a population-based sample. Case definition was based on International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD) criteria. The possibility of implementing these criteria within a questionnaire format, which has been regarded as problematic by some authors, was the main focus of the study. A questionnaire was sent to children and adolescents in 6400 randomly drawn families in southern Lower Saxony. Valid questionnaires were returned by 61.1% of the sample. The overall prevalence rate for tension-type headache (TTH) (criteria C and D) was 17.6% and for migraine (criteria B, C and D) 13.1%. Despite the use of abridged criteria for headache classification, 35.5% of all children reported headache that could not be classified using the ICHD criteria. The response behaviour of these children indicated that they had difficulties reporting symptoms that were defining for migraine or TTH. The classifiability of headache does not seem to be dependent on age or frequency of headache, but rather on the number of ‘I don't know’ answers given regarding headache characteristics. It is likely that studies reporting prevalence rates that are limited to migraine and or TTH diagnoses underestimate the true prevalence of headache in children and adolescents.

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