Association Between Trapezius Muscle Stiffness and Headache Severity in Patients With Tension-Type Headache.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tension-type headache (TTH) is one of the most prevalent headache disorders worldwide, yet its underlying pathophysiological mechanisms remain poorly understood. Previous research suggests a potential link between myofascial factors, such as trapezius muscle stiffness, and headache severity. This study investigates the association between upper trapezius muscle stiffness and headache severity in patients with TTH.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional analysis of 203 patients diagnosed with TTH, evaluating muscle stiffness using a portable muscle hardness meter and headache severity using the Headache Impact Test-6 (HIT-6) and Migraine Disability Assessment Scale (MIDAS). Logistic regression analysis was performed to identify correlations between muscle stiffness

SUBMITTER: Shimada D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12554949 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature