Tension-type headaches Tension type headaches are the most common, affecting upwards of 75% of all headache sufferers. As many as 90% of adults have had tension-type headache. Tension-type headaches are typically a steady ache rather than a throbbing one and affect both sides of the head. Some people get tension-type (and migraine) headaches in response to stressful events or a hectic day. Tension-type headaches may also be chronic, occurring fAs many as 90% of adults have had tension-type headache. Tension-type headaches are typically a steady ache rather than a throbbing one and affect both sides of the head. Some people get tension-type (and migraine) headaches in response to stressful events or a hectic day. Tension-type headaches may also be chronic, occurring frequently or even every day. Psychologic factors have been overemphasized as causes of headaches. Reprinted from the web site of the American Council for Headache Education (www.achenet.org)
Tension type headaches are the most common, affecting upwards of 75% of all headache sufferers.
Reprinted from the web site of the American Council for Headache Education (www.achenet.org)
