Emotional stress is one of the most common triggers of migraines and tension headaches (stress headaches). Migraine sufferers are generally found to be more emotional and highly effected by stressful events. During stressful events, certain chemicals in the brain are released to combat the situation (know as the "flight or fight" response). The release of these chemicals can provoke blood vessel changes that can cause migraine headaches.

Stress is also an important factor in tension headaches. Massage therapy can be very effected at reducing stress levels. Episodic tension headache is usually triggered by an isolated stressful situation or a build-up of stress; it can generally be treated by over-the-counter pain relievers. Daily stress, such as from a high-pressured job, can lead to chronic tension headaches. Treatment for chronic tension headaches usually involves stress management, counseling, biofeedback, and possibly the use of acupuncture to reduce stress or anxiety.

Massage therapy can help most people who experience headaches or migraines. Our mississauga massage therapy clinic has an approach to better health.

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