Pseudo-spinal Headache. Issue 4 (July 1996)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Dunteman, Edwin; Turner, Steven; Swarm, Robert
• Is Part Of: Regional anesthesia. Volume 21:Issue 4(1996)
• Page Start: 358
• Page End: 360
• Publication Date: 1996-07
• Subjects: headaches -- myofascial trigger points -- sternocleidomastoid muscle; Conduction anesthesia -- Periodicals; Pain medicine -- Periodicals; 617.964
• DOI: 10.1136/rapm-00115550-199621040-00016
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0146-521X

Abstract

Abstract : Background and Objectives: Myofascial trigger points are often not considered in the differential diagnosis of headaches. Methods: A patient who presented with severe bifrontal headaches was treated by injections of the sternocleidomastoid muscle trigger points with local anesthetics. Results: The patient experienced complete resolution of all symptoms, which had not reappeared after 14 months. Conclusions: Myofascial pain may mimic other disorders, and myofascial headaches can be easily treated once properly diagnosed.