Tension-type, the forgotten headache. How to recognize this common but undertreated condition

Abstract

Tension-type headache is the most prevalent headache type, affecting most women and men at some time in their lives, and can impair job productivity and interfere with family and social time. However, despite its impact, tension-type headache is also the most misunderstood headache type. Because of these misperceptions, many affected people are reluctant to seek medical treatment. In this article, Dr Mueller discusses possible triggers of tension-type headache, appropriate evaluation, and management with pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, and alternative therapies.