Headache Treatment at Fit Bomb Physio
Because Life’s Too Short for Constant Headaches
Headaches can range from a dull background ache to sharp, debilitating pain that interrupts work, sleep, and everyday life. While headaches are incredibly common, they’re not something you should have to just “put up with.” At Fit Bomb Physio, we take a thorough, whole-body approach to understand and treat the underlying causes of your headaches - so you can get lasting relief.
What Causes Headaches?
There are many different types of headaches, and just as many potential triggers. Some of the most common types we see in the clinic include:
• Cervicogenic Headaches – originating from the neck or upper spine
• Tension-Type Headaches – often caused by stress, poor posture, or muscle tension
• Migraine-Associated Symptoms – while physiotherapy doesn’t “cure” migraines, it can reduce musculoskeletal triggers
• TMJ-Related Headaches – linked to jaw tension, clenching, or grinding
Headaches can also stem from fatigue, neck stiffness, stress, hormonal changes, or even a past injury like whiplash. That’s why our approach doesn’t just focus on where it hurts - we assess the full picture to understand why it hurts.
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A Thorough, Individualised Assessment
At your first session, your physiotherapist will take a detailed history and perform a full musculoskeletal assessment. We’ll look at:
• Neck and shoulder posture
• Muscle tension and joint mobility
• Breathing patterns
• Jaw movement (if relevant)
• Movement habits and daily load (e.g., computer work, lifting, training)
This helps us identify the primary drivers of your symptoms and tailor treatment to suit your unique presentation.
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Evidence-Based Treatment That Works
Our goal isn’t just to reduce pain - it’s to improve how your body moves and functions so the headaches stop coming back. Depending on what’s driving your symptoms, treatment may include:
• Education, to understand both the causes and treatments needed to relieve your headaches
• Manual therapy to relieve tight joints or soft tissue tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
• Posture and movement retraining to reduce the load on your head, neck, and jaw
• Targeted strength and mobility exercises around the neck, shoulders and upper back
• Relaxation strategies including breathing retraining or guided exercises to help manage tension
We’ll also explore any lifestyle or ergonomic factors that might be contributing - like sleep, mood, stress, physical activity levels and desk setup - and give you practical ways to modify these.
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Support for Complex or Persistent Headaches
For clients with long-standing or recurring headaches, we offer progressive treatment plans focused on improving quality of life and building long-term strategies. If other healthcare providers are involved - such as GPs, neurologists, or dentists - we’ll collaborate closely to ensure your care is connected and comprehensive.
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Feel Clearer, Stronger, and Back in Control
Headaches don’t have to be part of your normal. At Fit Bomb Physio, we empower you with the tools and treatment to reduce frequency, manage intensity, and get back to living your life without that constant tension overhead.
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Let’s lift the weight off your shoulders—and your head.
Book a session with our team today.