This book is a comprehensive guide to the management of headaches.



Divided into five sections, chapters are presented in a question and answer format.



The book begins with an overview of headaches, explaining classification, diagnostic testing and pathophysiology.



The following sections cover primary headaches (migraine, tension-related) and secondary headaches (post trauma, vascular-related, infections).



The final sections discuss headaches in specific patient groups such as children, the elderly, women, and in pregnancy; and complementary and alternative therapies.



Key points





Comprehensive guide to management of headaches
Covers both primary and secondary headaches, and specific patient groups
Includes section on complementary and alternative therapies
Highly experienced, internationally recognised editor and author team