Tension type headache

Tension-type headaches are a non-throbbing, pressure pain in part or all the head; they may be associated with neck pain or tightness. They are often described as a “tight band” around the head, or feeling like the head is “in a vise”. They are usually not associated with nausea or avoidance of light/sound, and are not made worse by routine physical activity. The pain is of mild or moderate intensity. Some forms have accompanying scalp tenderness to the touch.