134. Is It Just a Migraine? Headache Red Flags

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we delve into the important topic of red flags associated with headaches that physical therapists should be aware of. The episode provides an overview of five critical headache red flags that may indicate serious underlying conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage, temporal arteritis, stroke or brain tumor, meningitis, and increased intracranial pressure. 00:00 Welcome to PT Snacks Podcast00:40 Introduction to Headache Red Flags01:49 Thunderclap Headache: A Medical Emergency02:40 Headaches in Patients Over 50: Temporal Arteritis03:23 Neurological Deficits and Headaches04:09 Fever, Neck Stiffness, and Headaches: Meningitis04:53 Positional Headaches and Intracranial Pressure05:48 Conclusion and Additional ResourcesNeed CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You’ll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showStudying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they’ve helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount.Stay Connected!Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to [email protected] the email list HERESupport the Show:Share the episode with someone who'd benefit.Contributing directly to the "support" link.Thanks for tuning in—your support makes this all possible!