Tension Headache
Neurology Dev Pillai•Gender: Male•Age: 35 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Dull, band-like ache pressing around the head, worse by evening
- Muscle tightness in the back of the neck and shoulders
- Headache worsening during high-pressure work assignments
- difficulty concentrating on tasks due to constant head pressure
Clinical Assessment
Office worker presenting with daily tension-type headaches linked to screen strain, poor desk posture, and work-related muscle tension.
Diagnostic Investigations: Clinical evaluation showing paraspinal neck muscle spasm and trigger points; normal eye examination.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Focused on relieving muscle spasms, calming neuro-muscular tension, and supporting healthy postural reflexes.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Gelsemium and Bryonia
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Ergonomic workspace adjustments, hourly posture checks, chin-tuck exercises, and warm neck compresses.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 4 months- Complete resolution of daily band-like head pressure
- Resolved neck and shoulder muscle tightness
- Improved functional capacity and work concentration
- Sustained improvement on follow-up without recurring pain
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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