Chronic Headache Treatment as Chronic Pain

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  • Mizuno Yasuyuki
    Kansai Medical University, Department of Psychosomatic and General Internal Medicine

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Other Title
  • 慢性疼痛として診る慢性頭痛

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<p>Due to the complexity of the pathophysiology of chronic headaches, their management requires a psychosomatic perspective. Psychosocial factors play a significant role in the development of chronic headaches. Like other forms of chronic pain, this involves a vicious cycle of anticipatory anxiety, hypervigilance, and avoidance. Cognitive behavior therapy, utilizing behavioral analysis through a headache diary, may be included in its management. Additionally, exercise and relaxation techniques, such as exercise for relief of headache, autogenic training, and progressive muscle relaxation, are also effective. Though pharmacotherapy is effective, special attention should be placed in evaluating its efficacy, monitoring its use, and dosage adjustments, to avoid medication-overuse headaches.</p>

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  • CRID
    1390015830352586624
  • DOI
    10.15064/jjpm.63.5_418
  • ISSN
    21895996
    03850307
  • Text Lang
    ja
  • Data Source
    • JaLC
  • Abstract License Flag
    Disallowed

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