For headache treatment, it will greatly depend on the type of headache you are dealing with. Tension headaches are one of the most common types of headaches you can suffer from; however, these types of headaches should be much easier to handle with over-the-counter medication like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin. There are alternative methods you can try for treatment that does not involve medication including massage therapy, acupuncture, biofeedback, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Migraines are another very common type of headache that you can suffer from, these types of headaches often affect both men and women every year, and they are one of the main headaches that we suffer from that can range from moderate to severe in nature, and feel like pulsing which can cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. Individuals who suffer from migraines should follow strict treatment plans to allow them to feel better including: - Rest or sleep in a dark and quiet space - Apply a cold or warm compress to the back of the neck or head - Massage - Take over-the-counter medications to help with the pain - Use prescription medications if you have any that were prescribed for migraines - Take preventative medications We suggest you recognize these severe symptoms that are linked to all types of headaches to ensure if you ever deal with them, you receive immediate emergency care, the symptoms include: - Sudden and severe headaches - Headaches that occur after a fall or head injury - Fever, rash, seizure, stiff neck, double vision or you feel you are becoming weaker If you are suffering from any type of headache that feels quite severe, contact our clinic immediately to schedule an appointment. We serve patients from Bulverde Rd San Antonio TX, Windcrest TX, Selma TX. Bastrop TX, Paige TX, Smithville TX, Alamo Ranch San Antonio TX, Leon Valley TX, Helotes TX, La Grange TX, Rabbs Prairie TX, Halsted TX, Hostyn TX, Mullins Prairie TX, Helotes TX, Grey Forest TX, Shaven Park TX, and Ammannsville TX.