Spotlight on Migraine®

Could virtual reality be an at home treatment for migraine? Dr. Laura Garcia with Applied VR explains how virtual reality can help adjust cognitive, emotional and physical responses to chronic pain. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or...

Managing a healthy sleep schedule can be difficult. Adding a chronic pain condition makes it that much harder. Stay tuned as Dr. Stephen Bender explains sleep disruptions, the impact sleep can have on migraine, and strategies for improving this relationship.⁠ *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diag...

Light sensitivity is one of the most common migraine symptoms but why does it happen? Find out as Dr. Rani Banik explains causes of light sensitivity, as well as tips for managing this symptom. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or othe...

We know migraine is often associated with visual symptoms but how do those symptoms differ from visual snow syndrome? Find out as Dr. Charles Shidlofsky describes visual snow symptoms, the syndromes overlap with migraine, possible treatments for both conditions and more.  *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical...

Dr. Phil Harrington joins us to discuss the therapeutic benefits of laser treatments. He explains safety, describes how the therapy works and discusses how it can be beneficial for those with migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician...

Join us for a presentation by Dr. Roni Sharon about the newly approved Relivion neuromodulation device for the treatment of migraine. Dr. Sharon talks about how the device works to reduce migraine symptoms, their phone app that accompanies the device, efficacy, statistics and more. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute profession...

In this episode, we speak to Dr. Chan and Dr. Chambers about long haul COVID and headaches. They discuss how COVID may cause long haul headaches, who is more likely to be diagnosed with COVID headaches and ways to prevent COVID-19. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always...

In this episode, Dr. Schim joins us to discuss Trudhesa, a newly approved abortive migraine treatment option. He explains the technology behind this new administration method for Dihydroergotamine nasal spray as well as efficacy and safety data. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or trea...

Ever wondered which vitamins and supplements are most beneficial for migraine? Dr. Margaret Slavin discusses how taking vitamins, minerals and supplements can be used to prevent and manage migraine. She also explains how magnesium and riboflavin work in the body, common side effects and helpful foods to eat if you live with migraine.  *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informat...

Do we have three brains? Dr. Trupti Gokani says yes! In this episode, Dr Gokani briefly describes the connection between migraine and the gut. She also explains the responsibilities of our three brains, The Thinking Brain, The Feeling Brain and The Doing Brain and how each one can be optimized to improve migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only a...

Have a question about CBD? Learn best practices for implementing this natural therapy into your migraine management regimen as Dr. Bonni Goldstein joins us on Spotlight on Migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified...

Dr. Shin Beh's presentation discusses the significance of the vagus nerve and how the non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation helps migraine specifically vestibular migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health pro...

In this episode, pharmacist Heba Hani joins us to explain the importance of including a pharmacist in your migraine care team and how they can be used as a resource for those living with migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or o...

In this episode we are speaking with Dr. Ulka Agarwal about the benefits of a plant-based diet for migraine and overall health. Dr. Agarwal explains how a plant-based diet can improve migraine and provides tips for implementing this diet. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....

In this episode, Dr. Steven Bender discusses the normal function of the temporomandibular joint, symptoms of TMD, as well as the overlap between TMD and migraine. He also explains ways to manage TMD and how to find the correct specialist. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....

In this episode, Dr. Teixido discusses the various migraine symptoms within the ear and explains why these symptoms occur. He then describes treatments for ear symptoms and other related ear disorders. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician...

In this episode, Dr. Melissa Geraghty discusses how people can use Acceptance and Commitment therapy to help navigate their migraine and chronic pain journeys.  *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Velez compares cyclic vomiting syndrome and other functional nausea and vomiting disorders. He then describes the overlap between cyclic vomiting syndrome and migraine disorders and explains the commonalities between treatment plans for these two conditions. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute p...

Dr. Harcourt joins us to suggest ways chiropractic care may be beneficial for migraine. He explains how practitioners can find the right modalities for individualized patient care and walks us through what a treatment may look like. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always...

In this podcast, Dr. Cady will discuss why some people transition from episodic migraine to chronic migraine, the role medication can play in chronification of migraine, and what people can do prevent or mitigate chronic migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always s...

In this episode, Dr. Christopher Oakley shares his multi-tiered approach to treating migraine in children and adolescents which includes lifestyle modifications, alternative medicines, nutraceuticals and medication. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice...

Headache specialist, Dr. Deena Kuruvilla joins us to tell us everything we need to know about trigger point injections for migraine treatment. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you...

In this episode, we see two presentations on migraine and obesity. The first, by Dr. Alison Field summarizes research findings that suggest a link between obesity and migraine. Dr. Dale Bond then explains potential strategies that treat obesity which in turn aims to alleviate migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute profes...

ER doctor, Dr. Alyson McGregor joins us to explain what people with migraine can expect when going to the emergency room and what you can do to be prepared. She also discusses her tips for talking to your doctor. Dr. McGregor is also the author of the book, Sex Matters: How Male-Centric Medicine Endangers Women's Health—and What We Can Do About It. Learn more at https://www.alysonmcgregormd.com/bo...

In this presentation by Dr. Gretchen Tietjen, we learn about the association of migraine with IBS and other GI disorders. Dr. Tietjen summarizes the role of the brain-gut-microbiota axis in IBS and migraine and describes the impact of early life stress. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis,...