Tension headaches are often described as a painful feeling of a pressured band around the head. Millions experience tension headaches every year.

This variety of headache can be triggered by a variety of things, including stress, lack of sleep, and poor posture. Skipping meals, eye strain, muscle strain and overexertion can also be factors.

Most people can continue with daily activities with a tension headache. Tension headaches are the most common type of headache.