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Contents
  • Treating PTH with Medications
  • Preventive Strategies for PTH
  • Non-Pharmacologic Alternatives

Can Common Headache Treatments Help with Post-Traumatic Headache?

Can Common Headache Treatments Help with Post-Traumatic Headache?

Why It Matters

Post-traumatic headaches (PTH) can be a stubborn problem after a brain injury, but what are the best ways to treat them? Let's explore the treatment options available.
Contents
  • Treating PTH with Medications
  • Preventive Strategies for PTH
  • Non-Pharmacologic Alternatives

Treating PTH with Medications

Treatments for PTH often borrow from those used for migraines and tension-type headaches. Initial options include common pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. For more persistent headaches, medications like triptans or CGRP antagonists are considered.

Preventive Strategies for PTH

For chronic PTH, preventive medications aim to reduce headache frequency and severity. Options include antihypertensives like metoprolol or candesartan, and antidepressants like amitriptyline. These choices depend on the headache type and patient preferences.
Post-traumatic headaches (PTH) are headaches that occur after a brain injury. They can be persistent and may require specific treatments similar to those for migraines and tension-type headaches.

Non-Pharmacologic Alternatives

Some prefer non-drug approaches due to medication side effects or preferences. Alternatives include physical therapy, regular exercise, and stress management techniques. These methods can complement or even replace pharmacologic options.

FAQs

What medications treat PTH?

Common options include ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and triptans.

Are there preventive treatments for PTH?

Yes, options include metoprolol and amitriptyline.

Can lifestyle changes help?

Yes, physical therapy and stress management can be beneficial.

Wrapping Up

Could a tailored approach improve outcomes for PTH sufferers?
Explore treatment options with Doctronic to find what works for you.
Additional References
  1. Ashina H, Iljazi A, Al-Khazali HM, et al. Efficacy, tolerability, and safety of erenumab for the preventive treatment of persistent post-traumatic headache attributed to mild traumatic brain injury: an open-label study. J Headache Pain 2020; 21:62.
  2. Zeeberg P, Olesen J, Jensen R. Efficacy of multidisciplinary treatment in a tertiary referral headache centre. Cephalalgia 2005; 25:1159.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.