> Tension-type headaches are episodes of headache lasting 30 minutes to 7 days

> This is the most common type of headache in the general population and people rarely seek medical help because they can be easily treated with over-the-counter pain medication and stress management

> The pain is typically on both sides of the head, pressing or tightening in quality and of mild to moderate intensity

> Some describe the pain as a tight band around the head

> The pain does not worsen with routine physical activity, and it may actually improve with activity

> Sufferers frequently report the pain begins in the neck and leads to a headache

> Tension headaches typically are not associated with nausea, but photophobia (sensitivity to light) or phonophobia (sensitivity to sound) may be present

> Tension-type headache generally becomes a medical problem when it becomes chronic or occurs on more than 15 days a month