Headache Treatment

At our Interventional Pain Clinic, we take pride in our u advanced intervention for headache treatment. Unlike traditional approaches, our clinic specializes in cutting-edge techniques tailored to address the root causes of headaches. From migraines to tension headaches, our expert team employs state-of-the-art, minimally invasive procedures that provide targeted relief. The USP lies in our commitment to precision and innovation, ensuring that each patient receives a personalized treatment plan for effective and enduring results. Choose our clinic for a transformative experience in headache management, where advanced interventions redefine standards and offer a beacon of relief for those seeking an innovative approach to alleviating chronic headaches.

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    Some of conditions causing headache. We strictly advise to take pain specialist opinion on diagnosis & treatment.

    Intractable Headaches

    Headaches into two huge categories to start with:

    • Primary Headaches (meaning headaches that are not due to another cause like a brain tumor or an infection or another medical condition).
    • Those that are due to some underlying condition are called Secondary Headaches. So most intractable headaches turn out to be primary headaches.

    Of all the primary headaches, the most common ones to become intractable are migraine and tension-type headaches. However, there are other primary headaches that can be chronic and daily which can mimic migraine or tension-type. If that happens, then patients with these other conditions may receive the wrong treatment, and the headache will become intractable. So, headache specialists watch for this possibility and rule out other chronic daily headaches like hemicrania continua, new daily persistent headache, and post-traumatic headaches.

    Migraine

    Migraine headaches usually are associated with sensitivity to sound, light, and smells. Some people have symptoms of nausea or vomiting. This type of headache often involves only one side of the head, but in some cases, patients may experience pain bilaterally or on both sides. The pain of a migraine is often described as throbbing or pounding and it may be made worse with physical exertion.

    Not all headaches represent migraines, and migraine is not the only condition that can cause severe and debilitating headaches.

    Cluster Headache

    Cluster headaches are very severe headaches that affect one side of the head in a recurrent manner (occurring in a “cluster” over time). The pain is sometimes described as “drilling,” and can be worse than migraine pain in some cases. Cluster headaches are less common than migraine.Cluster headaches, which occur in cyclical patterns or clusters, are one of the most painful types of headache. A cluster headache commonly awakens you in the middle of the night with intense pain in or around one eye on one side of your head.

    Bouts of frequent attacks, known as cluster periods, can last from weeks to months, usually followed by remission periods when the headaches stop. During remission, no headaches occur for months and sometimes even years.

    Tension Type Headache

    A tension headache is the most common type of headache. It can cause mild, moderate, or intense pain in your head, neck, and behind your eyes. Some people say that a tension headache feels like a tight band around their forehead. Most people who experience tension headaches have episodic headaches. These occur one or two times per month on average.

    Cervicogenic Hedache

    Cervicogenic headache is a secondary headache, which means that it is caused by another illness or physical issue. In the case of cervicogenic headache, the cause is a disorder of the cervical spine and its component bony, disc and/or soft tissue elements. Numerous pain sensitive structures exist in the cervical (upper neck) and occipital (back of head) regions. The junction of the skull and cervical vertebrae have regions that are pain generating, including the lining of the cervical spine, the joints, ligaments, cervical nerve roots, and vertebral arteries passing through the cervical vertebral bodies.

    Chronic Daily Headache

    Chronic Daily Headache is a descriptive term that includes disorders with headaches on more days than not and affects 4% of the general population. The condition has a debilitating effect on individuals and society through direct cost to healthcare and indirectly to the economy in general. To successfully manage chronic daily headache syndromes it is important to exclude secondary causes with comprehensive history and relevant investigations; identify risk factors that predict its development and recognise its sub-types to appropriately manage the condition.

    Occipital Neuralgia & other headache forms

    Occipital neuralgia is a medical condition characterized by chronic pain in the upper neck, back of the head and behind the eyes. These areas correspond to the locations of the lesser and greater occipital nerves. Wrapped around the greater occipital nerve is the occipital artery, which can contribute to the neuralgia. The condition is also sometimes characterized by diminished sensation in the affected area.

    Consult Spinomax Pain & spine Center to find best headache treatment for you.

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    Headaches can have various causes, including tension headaches, migraines, cluster headaches, sinus headaches, or secondary headaches from underlying conditions. Specific diagnostic tests such as imaging studies (CT scan or MRI) may be needed for severe or persistent headaches or when other concerning symptoms are present.

    Treatment options for headaches include over-the-counter pain relievers, prescription medications (such as triptans for migraines), preventive medications.

    Interventional pain management techniques for headaches may include:

    • Occipital nerve blocks: Injection of a local anesthetic and corticosteroid around the occipital nerves to relieve pain from tension-type headaches or migraines.
    • Trigger point injections: Injection of a local anesthetic and sometimes a corticosteroid into trigger points in the neck or shoulder muscles to alleviate tension headaches.
    • Botox injections: Injection of botulinum toxin into specific muscles to prevent migraines by blocking nerve signals that trigger headaches.
    • Sphenopalatine ganglion block: Administration of anesthetic around the sphenopalatine ganglion to provide relief from migraines.
    • Radiofrequency ablation: Application of heat to nerves involved in headache pathways to disrupt pain signals and provide relief for chronic headaches.

    It’s essential to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate interventional pain management approach tailored to your specific condition.

    Yes, common lifestyle factors and triggers that can contribute to headaches include stress, dehydration, poor sleep habits, skipping meals, certain foods or food additives (such as caffeine, alcohol, MSG), strong odors, loud noises, bright lights, and excessive screen time. Managing or avoiding these triggers may involve practicing stress-reduction techniques, staying hydrated, maintaining regular sleep patterns, eating balanced meals, avoiding known trigger foods, minimizing exposure to strong odors, noise, and bright lights, and taking breaks from screens. Tracking headache patterns and triggers in a journal can help identify specific triggers and inform preventive strategies.

    In most cases, imaging studies such as MRI or CT scans are not necessary for routine headaches, especially if they have a typical pattern and respond to treatment. However, they may be recommended if headaches are severe, sudden, or accompanied by neurological symptoms, or if there are concerns about underlying conditions such as tumors or bleeding in the brain. It’s essential to discuss the need for imaging studies with a healthcare provider based on your specific symptoms and medical history.

    Yes, red flags or warning signs that should prompt immediate medical attention for headaches include sudden onset of severe headache, headache associated with neurological symptoms such as weakness, numbness, or difficulty speaking, headache following head injury, headache accompanied by fever, stiff neck, or rash, headache with vision changes, confusion, or loss of consciousness, or headache in individuals over 50 years old with no prior history of headaches. These symptoms may indicate a serious underlying condition requiring prompt evaluation and treatment by a healthcare professional.