The Association Among Headache Severity, Head Posture, Cervical Muscle Endurance, and Neck Disorders in Individuals With Migraine

The Association Among Headache Severity, Head Posture, Cervical Muscle Endurance, and Neck Disorders in Individuals With Migraine

To determine the relationship among headache severity, head posture, cervical muscle endurance and neck disorders in individuals with migraine.

Headache is a general health problem that can be seen in different age groups, is common, depends on many factors, and has a lot of individual and socioeconomic effects. It is stated that the rate of individuals who experience a headache at least once in their lifetime is very high in the general population. Migraine is one of the most common types of primary headache. Neck pain and cervical dysfunctions in individuals with migraine have been the subject of many studies. It is seen that studies examining the relationship between cervical region musculoskeletal system disorders and headache in different types of headaches are increasing day by day. This study aims to determine the relationship among headache severity, head posture, cervical muscle endurance and neck disorders in individuals with migraine. In addition, the relationship between these parameters and quality of life will be examined.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Having been diagnosed with migraine at any time in his life and complaining of headache,
• Not having any diagnosed chronic disease,
• No past or present mental illness,
• Individuals who can speak, read and write Turkish.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having any neurological, psychiatric or cognitive disorder,
• Individuals who cannot speak, read or write Turkish.