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Head & Neck Massage Tension-Headache Treatment · 30 minutes · £39 # Head & Neck Massage in Abertillery & South Wales For Headaches, Jaw & Eye Strain A 30-minute targeted treatment for tension headaches, eye strain, jaw clenching and the kind of neck tightness that builds from screens, stress and broken sleep. Quiet, slow, deeply releasing. [Book This Treatment](/contact) [07344 023343](tel:+447344023343) Most-booked treatment for migraine-prone clients 30 min £39 flat — no hidden extras Our studio, near Abertillery & South Wales ![Head & Neck Massage treatment in Abertillery & South Wales](/assets/service-head-neck-massage-DqTC4E59.jpg) - Celtic Manor–honed therapist - Elemis-certified - Level 2 & 3 qualified - Fully insured - Same-week availability The Treatment ## Head & Neck Massage that actually _resolves_ what's bothering you. ### What it is A 30-minute treatment of the scalp, temples, occiput, full neck and upper shoulders. Pressure-point work, gentle cervical traction and slow scalp massage combine to release the muscles that drive most tension headaches. ### Who it's for Headache sufferers, screen workers, parents of newborns, students in exam season, jaw-clenchers, grinders, and anyone whose tension lives from the shoulders upwards. Clients with diagnosed migraine often book this in the prodrome window to interrupt a building attack. ### When you need it At the first sign of a building tension headache. After a heavy week of screens. The evening before a long drive. The morning after a poor night's sleep. As a monthly preventative if headaches have become routine. ### Why professional matters Most tension headaches are referred pain from a tight upper trapezius, suboccipital muscles and temporalis. Hands trained to find those drivers resolve more in 30 minutes than over-the-counter painkillers do in a week — and without the side effects. What Happens If You Wait ## Untreated tension doesn't fade. It compounds. Tension headaches feel like an inevitability — "this is just my life now." They aren't. They are the predictable downstream effect of muscles that have been holding for too long, and they respond to focused work faster than most people expect. ### Painkillers become routine Daily over-the-counter use creates rebound headaches — the medication itself becomes part of the pattern. Resolving the muscular driver is the only way out. ### Sleep degrades and mood dips Chronic head and neck tension elevates baseline nervous-system arousal. Sleep gets lighter, mornings get harder, and patience runs out faster. ### Vision and concentration suffer Suboccipital tension contributes directly to eye strain. Long screen days that already strain the eyes become unbearable when the neck won't let go. Our Process ## A repeatable system — not a one-size massage. 01 ### Symptom check Where does the headache sit? When did it start? Has anything triggered it? One-minute scan that informs the entire session. 02 ### Set up Couch in your quietest room, face-cradle ready, low light if you prefer. About 8 minutes from arrival. 03 ### Neck & shoulder release 10 minutes of slow, deep work on the upper trapezius and posterior neck — the most common pain referral source. 04 ### Occiput & temporalis 10 minutes of pressure-point work at the base of the skull, around the temples, and through the muscles of the jaw (on request). 05 ### Scalp & finish 10 minutes of slow scalp massage to fully switch off the nervous system. We leave you horizontal and quiet. Why Clients Rebook ## Concrete outcomes you'll actually feel. ### Headache resolves in-session Most active tension headaches measurably reduce within the 30 minutes — clients often sit up surprised the pain is gone. ### Frequency drops with regularity Monthly sessions shift the baseline. Clients with previously weekly tension headaches commonly report them dropping to one or two a month. ### No medication, no side effects Hands-on work has none of the rebound, liver or stomach side effects of long-term painkiller use. ### Targeted £39 treatment Same therapist standards as the full hour, focused entirely on the head, neck and jaw region. Best value treatment for headache sufferers. ### Fits the window before it gets worse 30 minutes is short enough to book at the first warning sign — most clients catch a headache before it escalates to a full attack. ### No light, no noise, no commute When a headache is building, the last thing you want is to drive to a salon. We come to your darkened room instead. In Depth ## What goes into a proper head & neck massage. Head and neck work done well treats four overlapping systems — muscular, vascular, lymphatic and nervous. Here's what's happening in each. ### Muscles addressed Upper trapezius (the most-referred headache driver), levator scapulae, sternocleidomastoid, scalenes, all four suboccipital muscles, temporalis at the temples, frontalis across the forehead, and the muscles of mastication (masseter and pterygoids) on request for jaw clenchers. ### Techniques used Pressure-point release, slow sustained compression, gentle cervical traction, cross-fibre friction on chronic adhesions, scalp pressure-point work, and finishing lymphatic strokes down the neck to encourage drainage. We do not perform cervical manipulation. ### Variations of the treatment Migraine-prone focus (lighter pressure, no temple work during an active attack, more scalp and shoulder), jaw-clenching focus (added masseter and pterygoid work on request), and post-screen reset (added temple and frontalis work). Specify your focus when booking. ### What it pairs well with Many clients book this monthly as a standalone treatment, or alternate it with our 60-minute back, scalp & neck for fuller upper-body release. For chronic daily headaches, we often suggest two sessions in the first fortnight to reset, then monthly maintenance. ### When to see a doctor instead Headaches with sudden onset, vision changes, fever, or following a head injury require medical assessment first — we don't treat in those situations. For chronic tension and stress-pattern headaches, this treatment is one of the most effective tools available. Answers ## Honest answers before you book. Still unsure? Call [07344 023343](tel:+447344023343) and we'll talk it through — no hard sell. ### How much does a head and neck massage cost? £39 for the full 30-minute treatment, including travel within our core service area. Cash or card on the day, no add-ons or surprises. ### How long does it take door-to-door? ### Will it help my tension headaches? ### Is it safe during a migraine? ### How often should I book? ### Is there a guarantee? ### Can I book same-day if a headache is building? ### Does it help with jaw clenching and grinding? ### Is this safe in pregnancy? You May Also Like [Back, Scalp & Neck (60 min)](/treatments-and-prices/back-scalp-neck-massage)[Facial](/treatments-and-prices/facial)[Full Body Massage](/treatments-and-prices/full-body-massage)[Foot Massage](/treatments-and-prices/foot-massage)[See areas we cover](/areas)[Back to home](/) ## Book your head & neck massage — your calm starts here. Same-week slots usually available for clients near Abertillery & South Wales. Heated couch, fresh linens, premium oils and free on-street parking — all included for £39. 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