Cluster Headaches
Treatment plans for massage therapists

Cluster

Definition - Group of headaches often once a day for several weeks: more men than women.

Causes- Unknown;  tobacco use is more prevalent than with other types of headaches

Signs/Symptoms -  Unilateral; 1-6 per day; 30 minutes - 3 hours.  Onset 1-3 hours after person goes to sleep.  Nasal congestion, swelling, drooping of eyelid and pupil constriction.

Special Tests/Contraindications - Differential diagnosis   

Treatment Plan - see Migraine

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