VTD HEADACHE ASSESSMENT
Assessment of headache symptoms is an important primary step for management of headache disorders. “ VTD
HEADACHE ASSESSMENT ” is developed as a tool to help patients and physicians
assess headache for the benefit of further diagnosis and treatment.
VTD : Visible and Traceable
Diagnostic criteria
Utilities for people with headache
- Helps provide a comprehensive history
- Helps understand symptoms and avoid triggers
- Suggests caution or when to consult a physician
- Allows the report to be used for consultation
Utilities for physicians (or health personnel)
- Facilitates assessment, including in telemedicine
- Lists key diagnostic criteria as a diagnostic guide
- Lists types of headaches for differential diagnosis
- Can be applied for use as a headache diary