Relief Starts Here

Canberra’s dedicated clinic for headache
and migraine relief through holistic, drug-free care.

Canberra Headache Centre, brought to you by the team at Capital Clinic Physiotherapy

Suffering from headache is incredibly common, with over 90% of adults reporting having headache at some point in their lifetime. Headache or migraine can decrease quality of life, especially if recurrent, and can reduce a person’s ability to work effectively.

Through the combination of manual therapy, client education and self-management techniques, our clients experience lasting relief from their headaches and migraines as well as an improved quality of life. We will work with your existing health care team to ensure your optimal recovery.

What is the Watson
Headache Approach?

The Watson Headache Approach is a specialised, hands-on technique developed specifically for your headache and migraine.

What to Expect
in your session?

Every plan is personalised but your assessment will typically follow this structure

Types of headache we treat:

Cervicogenic

Migraine (with or without aura)

Vestibular migraine

Menstrual migraine

Tension type headache

Jaw related headache

Canberra’s largest team of Physiotherapists dedicated to the assessment and management of headache. Our Physiotherapists have all gained further qualifications in the internationally-recognised Watson Headache® Approach, with some of our team gaining further expertise in the management of vestibular and temporo-mandibular joint (jaw) disorders. Our holistic, physiotherapy-based care is designed to identify and treat the root cause — not just mask the pain.

Our Approach

Step 1: Initial Assessment

Clients presenting with headache and/or migraine symptoms will initially have an extensive history taken and a comprehensive musculoskeletal assessment.

Step 2: Manual Therapy and Education

From this assessment, your Physiotherapist will determine which manual therapy technique is most appropriate to correct any mechanical dysfunction.  All our hands-on treatment techniques are safe.

Step 3: Self Management

It is important that you learn ways to manage or prevent your headaches. Your Physiotherapist will provide you with strategies such as strength and motor control exercises and stretches that will help you manage your headaches yourself.

Our Team

City Centre

Level 6, 221 London Circuit, Canberra City 2601
Ann-Maree McCusker

Ann-Maree McCusker

Senior Physiotherapist
Rob Erickson

Rob Erickson

Director, Capital Clinic
Jason Ndeira

Jason Ndeira

Senior Physiotherapist
Adam Neou

Adam Neou

Physiotherapist
Gavin Ho

Gavin Ho

Physiotherapist

City West

Suite 9.2, Level 9, AON Building, 15 London Circuit, Canberra City 2601
Matt Croger

Matt Croger

Director, Capital Clinic
Mika Kelsey

Mika Kelsey

Physiotherapist
Kara Jones

Kara Jones

Physiotherapist
Matt Chan

Matt Chan

Physiotherapist
Chloe Squires

Chloe Squires

Physiotherapist

Book an Appointment

Appointments are available in our two Canberra City locations. Call or book a Migraine/ Headache Initial Assessment online.

Canberra Headache Centre is part of Capital Clinic Physiotherapy.

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