Tension headaches occur when neck and scalp muscles become tense or contract. The muscle contractions can be a response to stress, depression, head injury, or anxiety. They may occur at any age, but are most common in adults and older teens.
How do you relieve tension headaches?
- Use a heating pad set on low,
- a hot water bottle,
- a hot shower or bath,
- a warm compress,
- a hot towel. Or apply ice or a cool washcloth to the forehead.
- Massage also can relieve muscle tension — and sometimes headache pain