Headache Migraine Advisor

Researchers found that radiofrequency ablation is a safe and effective therapeutic modality for treatment of resistant headaches associated with pericranial neuralgias; patients also reported less dizziness and insomnia.

Researchers posit that the reduction in arterial baroreflex contributes to the development of arterial hypertension in migraine.

Researchers found data that showed, after consultation with an expert, optimal prevention of migraine headaches for patients who present in the emergency department includes both antiseizure medications, specifically, divalproex sodium, sodium valproate, or topiramate, and β-blockers, namely, metoprolol, propranolol, and timolol. In addition, triptans are suggested, as well as antidepressants, amitriptyline, and venlafaxine.

Research study results showed that treatments for multiple sclerosis precipitated headaches and migraines.

In an interview with Neurology Advisor, Robert Cowan, MD, FAAN explains how thunderclap headache may be the only early warning sign of vascular changes or brain injury.