Spotlight on Migraine®

Theranica CEO, Alon Ironi teaches us about the Nerivio device, explaining how this device differs from a tens unit and how it works to relieve migraine symptoms. He also reports on efficacy and safety findings and explains how you can get a device. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or t...

We are over a year out from the start of the COVID pandemic and we now have vaccines available, but what does that mean for people with migraine? Dr. Deena Kuruvilla tells us in our next Spotlight on Migraine. She explains the differences between the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, gives tips for creating a treatment plan for if you get side effects, and explains the safety of taking the vaccine whil...

Physicial therapist, Dr. Healy, joined us to explain craniosacral therapy, a non-invasive tool for managing pain, increasing energy and reliving anxiety. Dr. Healy walks us through performing cranio sacral therapy, discusses where you can get this therapy and explains who can benefit from it. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute...

In this episode, Dr. Jacob Brodsky of Boston Children's Hospital will explain three types of pediatric migraine disorders: Benign Paroxysmal Torticollis of infancy, benign paroxysmal vertigo of childhood, and vestibular migraine. For each disorder, he will explain the diagnostic criteria, expectations for recovery, potential treatments and management strategies. *The contents of this podcast are i...

Dr. Peter McAllister joined us to answer all of our questions about psychedelics for the treatment of migraine and headache. He explains the different types of psychedelics, how they work, safety profiles and how people can become involved in this fascinating area of study. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medic...

In this episode, Dr. Cedric O'Gorman, from Axsome Therapeutics, reports on efficacy and safety data for their pipeline acute medication, AXS-07, which is a combination of the NSAID meloxicam and rizatriptan. *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 phy...

In this episode, vestibular audiologist and neuroplasticity therapist, Joey Remenyi joins us to discuss how to change thought patterns using neuroplasticity to heal vestibular migraine and other conditions. *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 phys...

Dr. Deena Kuruvilla joins us to talk about lasmiditan, a new acute treatment for migraine. She discusses results from lasmiditan research studies, how it works, efficacy, side effects, dosing and access. *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 physici...

Neuropthamologist, Dr. Rani Banik joins us to explain her five pillars of health for managing migraine which include easy-to-implement lifestyle changes in nutrition, hydration, caffeine, sleep and stress management. This podcast is sponsored in part by Amgen/Novartis. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical ad...

In this episode, registered dietician, Margaret Slavin, reviews dietary patterns that have been investigated in association with migraine and summarizes current evidence of dietary interventions for migraine prevention. This podcast is sponsored in part by Amgen/Novartis. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical...

Headache specialist, Dr. Deena Kuruvilla describes the role of the thyroid in our bodies as well as the effects of hypo- and hyperthyroidism. She reports on research findings that explain the overlap of these conditions with migraine and how treating thyroid conditions can impact migraine. This podcast is sponsored in part by Amgen/Novartis. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general i...

Dr. Adam Harcourt of Imagine X Functional Neurology explains the migraine brain and discusses the importance of personalized assessments for identifying neuronal dysfunctions to help choose appropriate non-medicinal treatments. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medic...

Living with migraine can take a financial toll but Caitlyn Donovan of the Patient Advocate Foundation and Katie Golden of CHAMP are sharing their tips and favorite resources for navigating insurance and treatment access for those who live with chronic pain. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not...

Dr. Franklin King describes historic applications of psychedelic therapies, explores possible biological and psychological mechanisms of these compounds and how they may be beneficial for migraine. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treat...

In this jam-packed episode, Dr. Christopher Rhyne of the Diamond Headache Clinic explains this drug-free technique that can aid in managing migraine attacks. Biofeedback uses body sensors and guided relaxation to train patients to control autonomic responses, such as heart rate, muscle tension and body temperature. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are in...

Dr. David George discusses Nocira's investigation of a new device that is designed to treat migraine by making subtle pressure changes in the ear. He explains the neuroanatomy of the area stimulated, as well as positive efficacy data and the current status of this treatment that is still in development. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are intended for g...

Dr. Dan Henry and nurse practitioner Ruth Kennedy walk us through the process of getting IV therapy, a treatment method they use to help break a migraine attack that hasn't responded to other therapies. They explain the medications that are used, who it's best for, where to get it, the cost, and more. This podcast is sponsored in part by Lundbeck. *The contents of this podcast are intended for gen...

Today we are sharing a presentation by Dr. Kaczynski, associate director of psychology for the pediatric headache program at Boston's Children Hospital. Dr. Kaczynski reviews psychological approaches for assessing and treating pediatric migraine, discusses the role of a clinical psychologist in the process, explains how to identify psychological factors that contribute to migraine and reviews non-...

Headache specialist Dr. Shivang Joshi breaks down the differences between migraine, tension headache, new daily persistent headache and cluster headache. He explains the characteristics, diagnostic criteria, and treatments for each disorder, as well as how to determine if someone is experiencing more than one headache disease. This podcast is sponsored in part by Teva Pharmaceuticals. *The content...

We know that migraine and stroke are both brain disorders, but what else do they have in common? Headache and stroke specialist Dr. Huma Sheikh explains the relationship between these two conditions. Dr. Sheikh discussed risk factors, how to distinguish symptoms, tips for reducing stroke risk, the impact of oral contraceptives, and more. This podcast is sponsored in part by Teva Pharmaceuticals. *...

Learn why many of us get symptoms in our eyes with a migraine attack, and how to differentiate them from ocular migraine. In this episode, Dr. Rani Banik discusses various eye-related migraine symptoms including visual aura, pain, light sensitivity, visual snow, and more. This podcast is sponsored in part by Teva Pharmaceuticals. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational...

Racial inequality has plagued our country for years, so it should be no surprise that racial disparities exist in healthcare. We all need to be a part of addressing these disparities. In this episode, our guests Dr. Amaal Starling and Jaime Sanders, the Migraine Diva, present actionable steps we can take to identify and eliminate biases, including our own. This podcast is sponsored in part by Teva...

We all know that migraine can derail our plans, including our careers and relationships. It's not as easy to see the positives this disease can bring into our lives, but our guests are sharing their stories about how migraine led them into the world of advocacy and brought them down a more fulfilling path. This podcast is sponsored in part by Teva Pharmaceuticals. *The contents of this podcast are...

You may have heard of nerve blocks, but how much do you know about them? Dr. Dan Henry and nurse practitioner Ruth Kennedy explain what types of nerve blocks are available, how they are given and what patients they are a good option for, including pregnant women and children. This podcast is sponsored in part by Eli Lilly and Co. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational...

Listen to four patient advocates talk about the pros and cons of tracking migraine patterns and triggers. You'll learn tips for best practices, tracking apps that are available and what data may be important for your doctor to know. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always...