Abstract

KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT OF HEADACHE AMONG MEDICAL AND PARAMEDICAL STUDENTS

K. Gobika*, P. Nandhitha, T. Sampathkumar, C. Jothimanivannan, S. Sridhar and M. Naveenkumar

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Abstract

Headaches are one of the most commonly experienced neurological disorders, yet they remain underdiagnosed and undertreated, even among healthcare professionals. This study assesses the knowledge, attitudes, and understanding of headache symptoms, treatment, and diagnosis among paramedical students. Utilizing a cross-sectional survey, data were collected from 115 paramedical students across various institutions, including SS Institute of Pharmacy, SRM University, and others. The results highlighted significant gaps in knowledge, with a majority of students relying on traditional remedies and over-the-counter medications for headache relief. The findings underscore the need for enhanced educational efforts on headache management within paramedical curricula. This paper suggests improvements in diagnostic training and offers recommendations for curriculum development to better equip students with the necessary skills to manage headache disorders effectively.

Keywords: Headache, Paramedical students, Knowledge assessment, Headache management, Traditional remedies.