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AcuMyo Physiotherapy Center

Migraine is more than just a headache

It can involve throbbing pain, nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, neck and shoulder tension, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. For some people, migraines may also be triggered by stress, poor sleep, prolonged screen time, irregular meals, or hormonal changes.

Understanding Migraines & Common Triggers

Common Migraine Symptoms

Common Migraine Triggers

Neck & Muscle Tension

Migraine may cause throbbing or pulsating head pain, nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, visual changes, fatigue, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience neck discomfort before or during an attack.

Common triggers may include stress, poor sleep, dehydration, skipped meals, hormonal changes, prolonged screen use, bright lights, strong smells, and changes in daily routine.

Neck stiffness, shoulder tension, prolonged desk work, poor posture, and myofascial trigger points may contribute to headache symptoms or make existing discomfort feel worse in some people.

Physiotherapist gently performing manual neck traction and myofascial release on a relaxed patient

How AcuMyo Supports Migraine Care

Acupuncture for Migraine Support

Acupuncture may help support pain regulation and reduce the intensity or frequency of migraine symptoms in some patients. At AcuMyo, treatment is tailored to your individual migraine pattern, triggers, stress levels, sleep, and associated neck or shoulder tension.

Manual Therapy & Trigger Point Release

Hands-on manual therapy focuses on tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Trigger point treatment may help reduce muscular tension that can contribute to headache discomfort or make migraine symptoms feel worse.

Individualized Care Plans

Every patient receives a personalized plan based on headache frequency, symptom pattern, possible triggers, neck stiffness, muscle tension, sleep, stress, and lifestyle factors. Your care plan may combine acupuncture, manual therapy, trigger point treatment, and practical lifestyle guidance.

Treatment outcomes vary from person to person, and migraine symptoms should be medically assessed when appropriate.

Patient Guidance

Who May Benefit

Acupuncture and manual therapy are not a substitute for emergency or specialist medical care. Seek urgent medical assessment if you experience a sudden severe headache, weakness, speech difficulty, fainting, fever, recent head injury, new neurological symptoms, or a major change in your usual headache pattern.

Our migraine care may be suitable for people experiencing recurrent migraines, tension-type headaches, stress-related headaches, headaches associated with neck or shoulder tension, or symptoms linked with prolonged desk work and screen use.

We provide individualized, non-surgical supportive care based on your symptoms, possible triggers, muscle tension, posture, sleep, stress, and overall health.

When to Seek Medical Attention

Frequently Asked Questions

Can acupuncture help with migraines?

How many sessions are generally needed?

Acupuncture may help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines by supporting pain regulation, reducing muscle tension, and promoting relaxation. At AcuMyo, treatment is tailored to your symptoms, triggers, and headache pattern.

The number of sessions depends on how long you have had migraines, how often they occur, and their severity. Many patients begin with 4–8 sessions, with progress reviewed regularly and the treatment plan adjusted as needed.

Does acupuncture hurt?

Can neck tension cause headaches?

Acupuncture uses very fine, sterile, single-use needles. Most patients feel only a brief sensation when the needle is inserted, followed by mild heaviness, warmth, tingling, or relaxation.

Yes. Tight muscles and joint dysfunction in the neck and upper back can contribute to tension-type and cervicogenic headaches. These headaches may cause pain around the back of the head, temples, forehead, or behind the eyes.

Can I receive treatment while on medication?

What happens during the first consultation?

In many cases, yes. Acupuncture and manual therapy can be used alongside migraine medication prescribed by your doctor. Please tell us about any medications and medical conditions during your consultation.

Your first visit includes a review of your migraine history, symptoms and triggers, together with an assessment of your neck, posture, muscle tension, and relevant physical findings. We then create a treatment plan tailored to your condition.