Head physical therapy focuses on addressing issues within the head, including conditions like concussions, headaches, and flat head syndrome. It involves a variety of techniques like manual therapy, exercise, and visual-vestibular retraining to help patients regain function and improve quality of life.
Physical therapists help manage concussion-related symptoms like balance problems, vision issues, and exertion intolerance.
Physical therapy can help reduce the frequency and intensity of tension-type headaches through techniques like cervical exercises, massage, and stretching.
Physical therapists play a role in evaluating and treating flat head syndrome (plagiocephaly) in infants, helping to improve head shape and reduce developmental risks.
Head physical therapy may also address issues like craniosacral dysfunction and other conditions affecting the head and neck.
