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Headache Type Screener

Find out if your headaches are cervicogenic (from your neck), tension-type, or migraine — and discover whether physiotherapy can help you.

3–4 minutes
10 questions
100% free
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Section 1 of 2

Headache Location & Character

The pattern and location of your headaches are the key to identifying their cause. Answer based on your most typical headache episode.

1Where do your headaches usually start or are mainly felt?
2Do your headaches start or get worse with neck movement or sustained neck positions (e.g. looking down at phone)?
3Do you also experience neck pain or stiffness alongside the headaches?
4Do your headaches come with any of the following? (select the most notable)
5How long do your typical headache episodes last?
Section 2 of 2

Triggers, Frequency & History

Understanding what triggers your headaches and how frequent they are helps determine the best management approach.

6What most commonly triggers your headaches?
7How often do you get headaches?
8How many hours per day do you typically spend looking at a screen or in a forward head position?
9Have you experienced any of these recently? (select most relevant)
10Have you tried physiotherapy or manual therapy for your headaches before?
Urgent: One of your answers suggests you should seek medical attention promptly. A sudden severe "thunderclap" headache, headache with fever and neck stiffness, or a headache following a head injury all require immediate medical review.

Your Headache Profile

What to Do Next

Physiotherapy Can Treat Many Headaches

Most people don't know that cervicogenic and tension headaches respond very well to physiotherapy — often better than medication alone. Dr. Tarun Garg assesses and treats headaches at our Zirakpur clinic and via home visits.

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Disclaimer: This tool screens headache types for informational purposes only and is not a medical diagnosis. New, severe, or changing headache patterns should always be assessed by a doctor. Physiotherapy is not appropriate for all headache types.