The Headache Clinic - Blog #tension headache causesThe Headache Clinic - Blog #tension headache causeshttps://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/tag/tension-headache-causesSun, 12 Apr 2026 08:11:19 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[Ofm Headache articles]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/migraines-and-tension-headaches-big-reason-for-lost-work-time-in-saA recent study has found that migraines and tension headaches are among the most common causes of lost work time in South Africa.]]>

A recent study has found that migraines and tension headaches are among the most common causes of lost work time in South Africa

Dr. Elliot Shevel, South Africa's migraine surgery pioneer and director of The Headache Clinic, says most doctors are unable to diagnose headaches.

Dr. Shevel says although migraines are not life threatening, in the vast majority of cases employers should have a greater understanding for workers who suffer from this condition.

Click here to listen to the podcast. 
]]>Fri, 19 May 2023 08:24:53 +0200<![CDATA[#Migraine Treatment Success Dr Elliot Shevel The #Headache Clinic]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/migraine-treatment-success-dr-elliot-shevel-the-headache-clinic2#Migraine Treatment Success Dr Elliot Shevel The #Headache Clinic]]>
]]>Thu, 18 May 2023 09:36:32 +0200<![CDATA[#Migraine Treatment Success Dr Elliot Shevel The #Headache Clinic]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/migraine-treatmnet-success-dr-elliot-shevel-the-headache-clinic#Migraine Treatment Success Dr Elliot Shevel The #Headache Clinic]]>
]]>Thu, 18 May 2023 09:33:04 +0200<![CDATA[Effects of amitriptyline and intra-oral device appliance on clinical and laser-evoked potentials features in chronic tension-type headache]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/effects-of-amitriptyline-and-intra-oral-device-appliance-on-clinical-and-laser-evoked-potentials-feaAlthough tension-type headache (TTH) is the most common type of primary headache, there is little knowledge of its pathophysiology. read the blog to find out more.]]>

Chronic tension type headaches

In the present study, we examined clinical and laser-evoked potentials (LEP) features in two groups of chronic tension-type headache (CTTH) patients treated with two different approaches: intra-oral appliance of prosthesis, aiming to reduce muscular tenderness, and 10 mg daily amitriptyline. 


Click here to read the full blog.

]]>Wed, 17 May 2023 12:28:34 +0200<![CDATA[Get rid of your health niggles today]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/get-rid-of-your-health-niggles-todayIn order to understand headaches, you need to understand the difference between what triggers and what causes them. Read this blog to find out more.]]>

Get rid of your niggles Today

This month’s team of experts explain how to stop…

Click here to read the full blog.

]]>Wed, 17 May 2023 11:58:53 +0200<![CDATA[ETV Lunchtime Live discussion on Festive Headaches ]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/etv-lunchtime-live-discussion-on-festive-headaches]]>
]]>Tue, 16 May 2023 17:04:26 +0200<![CDATA[The far reaching effects of tension headaches]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/children-suffering-from-migraines-in-sport1Two recent studies found that these headaches are associated with negative mood and impaired learning ability.]]>

The headache clinic recently published an article in the South coast Herald titled – Tension headaches can have far-reaching effects

To read the full article. on the South Coast Herald Site – click here. 

]]>Tue, 16 May 2023 16:59:15 +0200<![CDATA[Ofm Headache articles]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/understanding-headachesHeadaches come in many forms and intensities, so the correct diagnosis is the first step towards effective treatment]]>

Headaches come in many forms and intensities, so the correct diagnosis is the first step towards effective treatment

Ryan Usswald, 42 (from Constantia Kloof in Johannesburg) experienced cluster headaches for seven years. Her says “The best explanation I can give is when you hot your thumb really hard with a hammer, and start jumping up and down and swearing. Cluster headaches are similar in that they make you sweat, cry, scream and rage, because the pain is unbearable. It felt like my face was being ripped off”

You can this, with a quick search of “cluster headache” on Youtube. The people in the videos are writhing, shrieking and even hitting themselves.

Ryan’s attacks would last anything from 15 minutes to a few hours. “I used oxygen, ice packs, hot water bottles, and I even tried epilepsy medication as part of a medical trial… nothing stopped the pain,” he says

The impact on his life was huge. He was often exhausted from lack of sleep. He didn’t want to go out at night or socialise, because he didn’t know when he would be struck by an attack. The onset of a headache while driving can be potentially dangerous, too which restricted his movements. They effect on his family was probably the hardest thing. “My wife and son would be crying helplessly, while watching me during an attack.” Considering all of this, it is no surprise that cluster headaches are also called suicide headaches.

Click here to read the full article. 

]]>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:53:08 +0200<![CDATA[Headaches: What do they mean?]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/headaches-what-do-they-meanThere are many types of headaches, with different causes that require their own treatment. Which one is causing you pain?]]>

There are many types of headaches, with different causes that require their own treatment. Which one is causing you pain?

We all get headaches once in a while, and mostly there is no reason to worry. The pain is simply the result of the signals between your brain, blood vessels and the nerves around them, and can be set off by anything from stress to second-hand smoke, skipping a meal to sleep problems, say headache specialist Dr Elliot Shevel of the headache Clinic in Joburg.

But occasionally they can signal a serious underlying condition. It’s good to know the difference.

Find out more on Tension Headaches, Sinus Headaches, Migraines, Cluster Headaches and how to spot and treat them in a 2 page feature written by Glynis Horning, in the June 2017 Balanced life magazine (page 44 and 45)


To download the full story click here. 

]]>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:52:17 +0200<![CDATA[Making sense of migraines]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/making-sense-of-migrainesMigraines are one of the most common reasons individuals visit the doctor, affecting approximately 18% of women and 6% of men.]]>

Bonita published article in Issue 3, 2017 titled – Making sense of migraines

Migraines are one of the most common reasons individuals visit the doctor, affecting approximately 18% of women and 6% of men. We enlisted Dr Elliot Shevel, founder and medical director of the Headache Clinic South Africa, to share his insights on headaches and migraines as well as triggers and treatments available…

Click here to view the full article.

]]>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:49:47 +0200