The Headache Doctor Podcast

The Headache Doctor Podcast is thrilled to welcome Dr. Peter Staats, founder of the Division of Pain Medicine at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Chief Medical Officer of ElectroCore. Dr. Staats has focused his career on the pioneering concept of using vagus nerve stimulation to improve patient outcomes in a variety of conditions, including headaches and migraines. The vagus nerve has been...

Pain can be a complex and confusing topic - particularly when it comes to the world of headaches and migraines. Here at Novera, we believe that having a foundational understanding of our pain and where it comes from is a major part of breaking free from it. Dr. Taves explains the different reasons we experience pain, and the pathways and processes that are happening behind the scenes when pain occ...

Today's episode is all about functional nutrition, inflammation, and how what we put in and on our bodies can affect headaches, migraines, and our overall health. Hope focuses her career on helping women take control of their health and lifestyle in order to meet their fitness goals and flourish in everything they do. We're always excited to interview other providers on a mission to push...

Dr. Taves is joined by Sam Kelokates PT, DPT of Kelos Physical Therapy. Sam is a fellow physical therapist on a similar mission to Novera's - finding conservative, natural approaches to treating headaches and migraines. Dr. Taves and Dr. Kelokates discuss the musculoskeletal and neurological benefits of exercise and why physical therapy is often (unfortunately) considered last, or not at all,...

Dr. Taves breaks down five reasons why self-management is such a vital and approachable part of preventing  headaches and migraines.  As our clinic has grown and we've had the opportunity to reach hundreds of headache and migraine sufferers from around the world, we've come to develop a practical 3-step process that can be implemented to take back control over headaches. Dr. Taves also t...

Dr. Taves is joined by Dr. Lauren Rivera of Revive Your Life PT for a discussion on temporomandibular joint (also known as TMJ) dysfunction and the benefits of manual physical therapy and myofunctional therapy. There is a strong connection between TMJ disorders, headaches, and migraines! Dr. Rivera explains how these conditions are connected and offers practical tips for anyone who might be experi...

If you are prone to getting a headache or a migraine after a workout, a run, or even after sneezing, you may be experiencing what's known as an exertion headache. Exertion headaches are more commonly seen in men but can affect anyone and are a source of fear in frustration in those who experience them. Today's episode breaks down the mechanisms behind exertion headaches and explains how...

Headaches are one of the most common symptoms of COVID-19, with about 70% of people who have contracted the virus reporting ongoing tension and headaches as side effect. Headaches are even more prevalent in long COVID, which involves a variety of new, returning or ongoing symptoms that people experience more than four weeks after their initial COVID-19 infection. Dr. Taves explores the connection...

One of the reasons why The Headache Doctor Podcast believes so strongly in offering education to sufferers of headaches and migraines is because we believe that knowing and understanding pain is a key part in the path to relief. We often hear from patients that the fear and the unknown of what's causing their pain often brings them into a cycle of dread - exacerbating their symptoms and leavi...

Tension headaches are the most common headache presentation across the board and can be a major distraction when they start creeping in halfway through your day at work or school. Thankfully, there are simple adjustments that can be made to help mitigate tension and prevent these headaches from popping up. Dr. Taves reviews common triggers for tension headaches and things you can do at home to sel...

Today's podcast features a conversation with Bria Paisley, who has worked with Novera since September of 2021 and is excited to be stepping into a new role as a virtual health coach for the clinic. Health coaching is a proven method for sustaining realistic, long-term change and is a vital part of the success we see with the people we work with both in-person and virtually.  Our health coachi...

One of the keys to maintaining lasting success in any type of treatment is managing expectations and setting clear, realistic goals. Oftentimes people get so caught up in achieving a perfect end result, they lose sight of the progress that they're making in the day-to-day. By focusing on the aspects of our health that are within our control and being mindful of how our bodies feel as we move...

Today's episode features a discussion with Jess Suchan - board certified holistic health coach and owner of Body Bliss By Jess. Not only is Jess an advocate for helping people overcome chronic health issues in her own practice, but she has also gone through our treatment process here at Novera as part of her personal health journey. Jess shares her story of becoming curious about her health a...

As we get into the swing of the holiday season, we have been seeing and hearing more requests for travel tips and other ways to make this time of the year a little more comfortable. Travel is often inevitable around the holidays but that doesn't mean it has to be stressful and pain-inducing! Today's episode features 10 things that you can take control of when travelling in order to minim...

Dr. Taves interviews Dr. Jessika Martin of Thrive Growth and Development in Colorado. Dr. Martin has dedicated her career to addressing an often overlooked issue that can impact the body's development in many surprising ways. She explains how tongue ties can lead to poor sleep, struggles with learning and communication, and even foot pain!  Novera: Headache Center

Today's episode is a practical summary of 5 small steps that our listeners can take at home in order to improve their overall wellness and healthy mindfulness. Dr. Taves explains that oftentimes dysfunction comes from the elements in our routines that are missing, rather than the things that we are doing day-to-day.   Novera: Headache Center

This episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast features a story that we here at the clinic hold near and dear to our hearts. Lori Lee first came to Novera: Headache Center in October of 2021 after struggling with debilitating migraines for over 15 years. She describes the path that brought her to our clinic and the long, exhausting journey she took to finding relief. Lori Lee never gave up hope, and...

Dr. Taves talks about how our clinic Novera: Headache Center came to be, including the path he took to opening the clinic, the story behind our mission and who we are designed to help. Novera means 'new era' - a new era of healthcare that is patient-oriented, holistic, and empowering. We are grateful for each and every one of our listeners for being part of our mission!  Novera: Headache...

The Headache Doctor Podcast welcomes Dr. Sarah Dueffert of Cortex Rehabilitation for a conversation on health coaching and recovery from POTS, migraines, and other complex chronic conditions. Dr. Dueffert talks about her own experience with POTS and how traditional approaches to treatment can often leave people feeling lost and overwhelmed. Proper guidance, coaching, and motivation can make a worl...

As we continue to work our way through explanations and exploration of different headache presentations, we are always seeking to better understand the symptoms that the people who come to us are experiencing. One presentation that we are often asked about is an 'ice pick headache' - a headache that is described as a sudden, sharp stabbing sensation that some equate to being stabbed in t...

Dr. Taves brings things back to the musculoskeletal root cause in today's episode focused on the definitions and anatomical processes that we look at clinically when treating headaches and migraines. He describes what is happening in the neck and the face during a migraine attack and gives examples of how the pain might present in different individuals, from eye pain to jaw pain, or even feel...

As a compliment to last week's episode on having empowered conversations with your healthcare provider, Dr. Taves focuses this podcast on what to look for when seeking out care similar to what Novera: Headache Center offers. We want people around the world to be able to advocate for themselves and seek out safe and effective manual therapy that is tailored to treating headaches and migraines....

"How can I get my provider to take me seriously?" "Why don't other doctors seem to 'get' it?" These are questions that we often hear from people around the world when they first begin exploring the possibility of treating their headaches and migraines through the neck, and it's questions like these that light a fire in our providers and motivate us on our mi...

One of our goals when working with patients is getting them moving, active, and back to doing the things that give their life meaning and joy. Today's episode features our provider Kelsey Mathias for a conversation on how to incorporate yoga and other more intense exercises in a way that does not add additional stress or injury to the neck and shoulders. The episode talks about mindful moveme...

Cervical instability occurs when the ligaments in between your spinal cord and skull are weakened or loose. Dr. Taves dives into the two types of cervical instability that we see here at Novera and explains the causes and symptoms commonly associated with them. Cervical instability can be a frustrating diagnosis for some, but we want you to know that there is hope! The episode finishes with some p...