--- title: "3 PT Ways to Help Manage Headaches | Dosher PT" canonicalUrl: "https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/news/3-ways-a-physical-therapist-can-help-manage-headaches/" excerpt: "Headaches affect 47% of the global population and are described by the type and location of pain in the head. Many headaches are harmless and resolve gradually. However, more frequent moderate to severe headaches can impact your ability to do daily activities and quality of life. " metaDescription: "Discover 3 ways physical therapy can help manage headaches—posture and neck care, targeted exercise, and hands-on techniques to ease pain." datePublished: "2021-11-02T20:42:00+00:00" dateModified: "2026-01-08T17:19:13+00:00" --- 3 PT Ways to Help Manage Headaches | Dosher PT Latest News # 3 Ways a Physical Therapist Can Help Manage Headaches Share On ![](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screenshot-2022-02-08-155932.jpg) [](/) [Home](/) [News](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/patient-resources/news/) [Headaches](https://www.choosept.com/symptomsconditionsdetail/physical-therapy-guide-to-headaches) affect 47% of the global population and are described by the type and location of pain in the head. Many headaches are harmless and resolve gradually. However, more frequent moderate to severe headaches can impact your ability to do daily activities and quality of life.  ## Explore Our Locations [Easley, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/easley-sc/) [Clayton, GA](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/clayton-ga/) [Anderson, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/anderson-sc/) [Pickens, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/pickens-sc/) [Powdersville, SC](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/locations/powdersville-sc/) ## What Hurts Today? Select an area to explore our comprehensive treatment options. [### Spine & Back](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/spine-back-care/) [### Knee & Hip](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/lower-extremity/) [### Shoulder & Arm](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/upper-extremity/) [### Neurological](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/neurological-balance/) [### Work Injury](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/work-industrial-rehab/) [### General Health](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/specialized-clinical-programs/) [### Other](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/services/general-health/) Search Search LET'S CHAT ## Ready to get started? Whether you want to return to the athletic field, or simply walk up the stairs without knee pain, we can help. Dosher Physical Therapy serves the Upstate with five convenient clinic locations. [Request an Appointment](https://www.dosherphysicaltherapy.com/contact/)