Understand the area
MedlinePlus includes massage among approaches used for tension-type headache. That does not establish that a headache comes from fascia, or that eye, ear or throat pressure is appropriate. This library does not publish deep neck or eye-pressure instructions.
Context & cautionsSeek urgent help for a first severe headache, a sudden explosive headache, or headache with vision, speech, movement or balance problems. Avoid pressure on eyes, the throat and the front or sides of the neck.
Research before a routine
This region currently has an overview and source trail. Our review has not established a suitable general self-pressure guide for this area.
Why a surface map has limits ↗Sources & further reading
MedlinePlus — Tension headache ↗Source-linked educational summary · Updated November 8, 2026 · No individual clinician review