Phenotypes May Aid Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Headache
Researchers posit that adult studies on headache can help to create a multidisciplinary treatment plan.
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The Role of Antiepileptic Drugs for Prevention of Migraine
Researchers found data that showed the influence of adverse effects on treatment of migraine with antiepileptic medications.
The Complex Interplay Between Metacognition and Headache in Children
Researchers find that adults who had headaches as children, cognitive and psychomotor ability are compromised. Metacognitive skills, anxiety, depression, motivation, academic performance, human social interactions, and stress symptoms are common headache triggers that may be controlled and monitored by patients.
Efficacy of Headache Treatment Using Radiofrequency Ablation
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.
Significance and Prevalence of Headache in Multiple Sclerosis
Research study results showed that treatments for multiple sclerosis precipitated headaches and migraines.
Reconsidering Lidocaine as an Acute Treatment for Headache
Researchers found that intranasal lidocaine is effective in the treatment of acute migraine and cluster headache because of its ability to block the sphenopalatine ganglion, which is associated with facial pain from the trigeminal nerve.
Navigating Effective Approaches to Migraine Treatment for the Underinsured
Approximately, 26% of participants who were underinsured or uninsured were able to navigate through consultation, diagnosis, and treatment.
World Health Organization: Five-Year Plan to Address 10 Biggest Global Health Threats
In an effort to effectively address global health concerns, the WHO has announced the 13th General Programme of Work, a 5-year strategic plan spanning from 2019 to 2023.
Improving Pediatric Stroke Diagnosis: Filling the Gaps
Because of the relative rarity of stroke in children, many clinicians tend to presume that mimics are the cause of the symptoms.
Nonpharmacologic Approaches to Spasticity Management
Pharmacologic interventions including oral and injected drugs are a mainstay of spasticity management; however, drug therapies alone are not considered sufficient, and the general consensus supports a broader therapeutic strategy.
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