The spine journal : official journal of the North American Spine Society
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effectiveness of physiotherapy for seniors with recurrent headaches associated with neck pain and dysfunction: a randomized controlled trial.
A previous study demonstrated that in seniors, the presence of cervical musculoskeletal impairment was not specific to cervicogenic headache but was present in various recurrent headache types. Physiotherapy treatment is indicated in those seniors diagnosed with cervicogenic headache but could also be adjunct treatment for those with cervical musculoskeletal signs who are suspected of having transitional headaches. ⋯ Physiotherapy treatment provided benefits over usual care for seniors with recurrent headache associated with neck pain and dysfunction.