Tension Headaches - Clinical Guide
Tension-type headache is the most common primary headache disorder encountered in clinical practice, yet it remains frequently under-recognized and undertreated.
In this clinical teaching video, we discuss:
• Epidemiology and burden of disease
• Episodic vs chronic tension-type headache
• Current pathophysiological theories
• ICHD-3 diagnostic criteria
• Differentiating tension headache from migraine
• Red flag symptoms and secondary causes
• Structured headache assessment
• Evidence-based acute treatment options
• Preventive therapies and chronic headache management
• Behavioral and non-pharmacological interventions
• Patient counseling and long-term follow-up
Designed for:
👩🏽⚕️ Doctors
👨🏽⚕️ Clinical Officers
🩺 Nurses
🎓 Medical Students
🏥 Other Healthcare Professionals
This is a modern, case-based educational discussion focused on practical diagnosis, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based management of tension-type headaches.
Understanding the differences between primary headache disorders is essential for appropriate management and avoiding unnecessary investigations.
📍Watch until the end for practical clinical pearls and a structured approach to tension-type headache management.
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