Comparative study of myofascial release techniques and pompage techniques for the treatment of tension headache

Introduction: Headache and a well-known condition that affects large numbers of people among young people and adults bringing great socioeconomic damage. Tension-type headache (TTH) has a predominance in adult women and a prevalence of 90% versus 67% of men. Objective: This study aimed to compare which technique, MRT or Pompage, had the best efficacy on TTH. Materials and Methods: Eight participants were recruited, aged between 22 and 59 years, with a medical diagnosis of TTH, these were divided into two groups, in the first group the Myofascial Release technique (G1) and the second group with the Pompage technique (G2) were used. These patients were submitted to a treatment consisting of ten sessions, with evaluation and applicability of the technique. The evaluation and analysis of their efficacy were made through the Headache Impact Test (HIT-6), evaluation form, visual analog scale VAC, and use of goniometer being applied to the patient at the beginning and the end of therapy. Results: Also corroborate with this study [De Oliveira Slepicka, 2017] because they demonstrate the effectiveness of myofascial release to relieve tension headache by conducting an experimental, quantitative and exploratory study with 20 subjects, selected after a screening form. The study showed that myofascial release can be effective in the treatment of tension headaches and can be considered a safe and effective form of treatment. Conclusion: It is concluded that both techniques were efficient in the treatment of TTH and that the difference in results between the two was minimal.