Migraines are more than just headaches; they’re overwhelming and often debilitating, affecting your ability to work, exercise, or even enjoy life. Affecting an estimated 11% of the global population, and 1% experiencing chronic migraines. these episodes involve moderate-to-severe head and neck pain that can last anywhere from 4 to 72 hours. Symptoms include pulsating pain on one side of the head, sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea. Some individuals experience an "aura" before a migraine, which can cause visual or auditory disturbances, nausea, or even vomiting.
Even after a migraine subsides, around 60% of sufferers report lingering symptoms like fatigue, depression, cognitive changes, neck pain, and stiffness. If you’ve been struggling with recurring migraines, you know how exhausting it can be to search for a solution that truly works.
At Active Impact Massage, I specialize in migraine management, combining massage therapy and holistic practices to provide lasting relief. My approach addresses not just the pain but the root causes of your migraines, helping you regain control of your life.
How Massage Therapy Helps With Migraines
Migraines are often caused by a combination of factors, including muscle tension, stress, and poor posture. These triggers can lead to intense headaches, nausea, and light sensitivity. Massage therapy can help manage these symptoms by:
Releasing Muscle Tension: Tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and upper back are often a major contributor to migraines. By targeting these areas, I help reduce the tension that can trigger a migraine.
Improving Blood Flow: Poor circulation can exacerbate migraine symptoms. Massage promotes healthy blood flow to the head and neck, helping to reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches.
Stress Relief: Stress is a common migraine trigger. Through relaxation techniques, I help you manage stress, reduce anxiety, and encourage deep relaxation.
By addressing the root causes of your migraines, I help you find relief and reduce the frequency of these painful episodes. If you’re tired of dealing with constant migraines, I’m here to help guide you toward long-term relief through therapeutic massage. By focusing on relieving tension in key areas like the neck, shoulders, and upper back, while addressing postural imbalances and stress. By targeting muscles such as the suboccipitals, trapezius, and sternocleidomastoid, I aim to reduce headache triggers, improve circulation, and provide lasting relief.
Migraine Management Reviews
I started seeing Antony to try help with my migraine symptoms, and I was pretty clear with him that I didn’t like massages, but Antony was patient and calm and talked me through the process and helped me understand the mechanical aspects of the treatment and it’s really helping my symptoms! I genuinely feel better after having a massage with AIM and am slowly changing my tune!! Antony is so passionate and educated in his work. Highly recommend!
Laura | 5 Stars | Google
I've been going to Antony for massages fairly regularly and he has always been so professional in the way he conducts himself. He's always looking to educate and ensure that the experience is a pleasant one. He has helped so much with my chronic migraines, and I can't recommend him enough.
Mya | 5 Stars | Google
Sorted out my neck and shoulders instantly! Would highly recommend Antony, 10/10 massage as well as a good chin wag!
Another Laura | 5 Stars | Google
Antony was amazing for relieving all my shoulder and neck tension. He talked his way through letting me know what he was doing and how it would help! It relieved so much of my tension and made my headache disappear, leaving me far more like myself again!
Highly recommend!
Monique | 5 Stars | Facebook
Antony Sutherland
Active Impact Massage
13/01/2025
Sources:
~ This study suggests that MT can have positive effects on improving ROM, decreasing subjective stiffness, and reducing reported migraine frequency in a patient with both CS and migraines.
~ This study suggests that TTM may not "cure" migraines or tension headaches outright but could play a supportive role in managing symptoms, especially for muscle-related pain.
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