Headaches are the most common health problem worldwide. A headache is defined as a mild, moderate, severe, or throbbing pain in your face, head, and neck region. Yet not all headaches are the same. There are different types of headaches, each with its own causative factors and symptoms.
ANF Therapy®, also known as Amino Neuro Frequency Therapy, is a frequency-based approach that utilizes wearable devices, ANF Devices, which are applied directly to the skin. These devices are configured with bio-coded frequencies, aiming to support the natural healing mechanisms and promote physiological balance.
Let’s explore the types of headaches in this blog and how ANF Therapy® can help.
7 Types of Headaches:
The seven major types of headaches are the most common. These include the following:
1-Tension Headache
It is the most common type of headache that most people encounter in their lifetime. It can feel like someone is pulling a tight band around your head. Approximately 1 in 5 people experience this type of headache. It affects about 46% of adults at some point in their lifetime. They are common in children but peak between ages 40 and 49 in both men and women. Women are slightly more affected than men, and the risk increases if headaches become chronic. People with higher education levels are also more likely to experience episodic tension-type headaches.
Symptoms:
The symptoms of tension-type headaches include:
- Dull aching pain
- Tightness across the forehead
- Tenderness in the scalp area
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
What can trigger your tension-type headache?
The following factors can trigger your headache. These include:
- Chronic stress
- Poor posture
- Anxiety
- Eyes problems
- Lack of sleep
2-Migraine Headache
Migraine is characterised as a severe throbbing pain in one side of your head that can impact your daily lifestyle activities. Migraine affects significant populations worldwide, with a global prevalence rate of 10-15%. It is more common in women than men, with a ratio of 3:1.
Symptoms:
The symptoms of migraine headaches include:
- Severe pulsating pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sensitivity to light (Photophobia)
- Sensitivity to sound (phonophobia)
- Visual disturbance
Trigger factors:
The following factors can trigger a migraine. These are:
- Hormonal changes
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Sleep disturbance
- Foods
3-Cluster Headache
Cluster headaches are a type of primary headache that causes extremely severe pain, often several times a day. The pain usually centres around one eye, along with tearing, redness, and sometimes a blocked nose on the same side. It usually occurs at the same time every day during a “cluster period” that lasts for weeks or months.
Symptoms:
The symptoms of cluster headache include the following:
- Severe burning or piercing pain
- Focuses one eye
- Watery eyes
- Red eyes
- Nasal congestion
- Restlessness
4-Sinus Headache
This type of headache usually results from inflammation of the sinuses, which are located in various areas of your face. This inflammation results from infections or allergies.
Symptoms:
The symptoms of a sinus headache include the following:
- Constant pain in your forehead
- Pain in your cheeks
- Nasal congestion
- Fever
- Facial swelling
- Aggravate on bending
Triggers:
The following factors can trigger a sinus headache.
- Sinus infections
- Allergic rhinitis
- Nasal septum problems
5-Rebound Headache (Medication Overuse Headache)
The overuse of headache medications causes this type of headache. These types of headaches are always secondary to other types of headaches, especially migraine. It is usually uncommon and affects only 1% of the population worldwide and is more common in females.
Symptoms:
- Daily headache
- Usually worse in the morning
- Can vary in type and severity
- Trouble concentrating
- Nausea
- Memory issues
Trigger:
Overuse of pain medications like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or triptans.
6-Exertional Headache
This type of headache occurs when you do physical activity or strain. They last from two minutes to a few days.
Symptoms:
- Throbbing pain during or after exercise and coughing,
- Pain after sexual activity
- Pain after heavy weightlifting
7-Thunderclap Headache
It is a medical emergency. These types of headaches are sudden and extremely severe. It is the worst headache of my life.
Symptoms:
- Sudden onset of pain that peaks in 60 seconds
- Numbness
- Weakness
- Confusion
- Speech problems
- Nausea and vomiting
How to Treat a Headache Naturally?
Headaches can significantly impact your daily life, but understanding the different types and their causes can help you manage them effectively. While conventional treatments often focus on temporary symptom management, ANF Therapy® offers a chemical-free approach that aims to target the root cause.
ANF Therapy® or Amino Neuro Frequency Therapy is a frequency-based approach. It is applied by trained healthcare professionals to aid in the treatment, prevention, and relief of musculoskeletal injuries such as ACL tears. This therapy is helpful for managing related issues such as pain, swelling, discomfort, and limited mobility. It is designed for use in physical rehabilitation, neuromusculoskeletal care, and supportive treatment settings.
Expected outcomes:
According to Dr. Mikel H-G Hoff, Inventor of ANF Therapy®, most patients experience quick relief from their symptoms soon after applying ANF Devices in the first session. However, outcomes vary from person to person.
Start Your Journey with ANF Therapy®:
ANF Therapy® is the newest frequency-based approach. If you are suffering from an ACL tear, consult an ANF Practitioner or find an ANF Therapist at https://www.anftherapy.com/find-clinic/ to discuss how ANF Therapy® can help.
If you’re a healthcare practitioner and want to enhance your clinical skills with frequency medicine, learn more about the ANF Therapy® and ANF Clinical education program by visiting www.anfacademy.com.
