So Much More Than a Headache

Understanding migraine through literature.

Kathleen O’Shea

PT working on Patient's Neck

Why Consider Physical Therapy for Migraine With Neck Pain?

Does physical therapy work to treat migraine and neck pain?

Can You Make Your Invisible Illness More Visible?

What you should know about invisible illnesses.

The Significant Sacrifices Migraine Sufferers Make

What sacrifices did you first make when diagnosed with migraine or chronic illness? Did they change over time?

Older woman holding head in pain.

Aging and Migraine: A Few Recent Observations

Have you noticed any changes with migraine as you age?

Crowded airport

Why Do I Get Migraines With Air Travel?

Do you struggle with migraine and flight travel?

Sad Woman Holding Head

Do You Suffer From Migraine and Depression or Anxiety?

Are you feeling alone suffering from migraine and depression? Wait until you see just how common the two are together.

Pill Packaging

I’m in a Migraine Attack and Can’t Get Into My Rescue Pills

Is medication packaging driving you crazy? Here are a few suggestions for those frustrating ones that are so hard to get into.

How Strong Must We Be in the Midst of Debilitating Pain?

Do you feel like you have to always be in control when it comes to chronic pain? Sometimes, the best choice can be to give in.

How Long Does Botox Bring Relief for Chronic Migraines?

The Botox "wear-off" phenomenon is real, and patients are advocating to gain insurance approval for shorter intervals between treatments.

Woman holding her head

You've Just Been Diagnosed with Migraines. Now What?

Has the anxiety of your recent migraine diagnosis left you unsure of where to turn? A few steps may alleviate some stress and give direction.

Migraine After the Holidays

What Brings on a Migraine After the Holidays?

The stress is over. Why do you now have a migraine, and what can you do differently next time to help prevent it?

Integrative and Complementary Treatments for Migraine Are Needed

Migraine sufferers need varied treatment. Here's a look at some of the options.

Woman in Middle of of Migraine Pain

Common Questions the Public Has About Migraine

Are you wondering what the average person asks about migraine? Educational opportunities provide chances to find out.

Woman with Headache and Motion Sickness

Is There a Connection Between Migraine and Motion Sickness?

Have you wondered why you suffer from both migraine and motion sickness?

How Migraines Can Be a Literal Pain in the Neck

Why do so many migraine sufferers have significant neck pain? It might be a surprise to learn that it is often an early stage of migraine.

Two Women in Serious Conversation

How to React When People Say They Also Get Migraines

What is the first thing you want to say when people say they have migraines, too?

Why Do Migraine Attacks Often Occur After Stress Is Over?

Are you wondering why you get migraines after and not before or during major stress or anxiety? You may have "let-down" or "weekend" migraines.

Woman With Migraine

How to Deal With Loss From Migraine

Are you lost in the loss you experience because of migraine/chronic illness?

Man suffering from migraine

How Have Your Migraines Changed Over Time?

Migraine is complex. Symptoms, triggers, and responses can change over time.

Man suffering from severe headache

What Questions Are You Most Asked About Migraine?

Are you tired of people not fully understanding what migraine is? Educating others must be an ongoing effort on all of our parts.

How to Get Involved in National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

Want to know what you can do to be part of Migraine and Headache Awareness Month? There's plenty.

Migraine Awareness Month: June

June Is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month

Migraine attacks have been on the rise during the pandemic.

Woman With Migraine

Migraine Sufferers Appreciate Support More Than Advice

If a migraine sufferer tells you they are having a migraine attack, don’t offer solutions. Just let them know that you care and support them — and, if you can, learn about the disease.

What Are Your First/Second Reactions When a Migraine Lifts?

Are you fearful and anxious about your next migraine attack, rather than able to enjoy the relief from the one that just left you?

Having Trouble Finding a Certified Headache Specialist?

Do you want to see a headache specialist for your migraine treatment? You may find that locating one is difficult.

Woman with Jaw Pain

The Connection Between TMJ Dysfunction and Migraine

Are you noticing jaw pain along with more migraines? You may be suffering from TMJ dysfunction, as well as migraine.

Woman Suffering

Do You Suffer From Migraine and Another Chronic Illness?

Do you suffer from more than one chronic illness? Isn't living with migraine enough, without coping with another?

Young Woman with Migraine

Why Do I Have More Migraines on the Weekend?

Why do I have a migraine on a Saturday?

What Happens After a Migraine Attack?

Once the headache is gone, there's still so much of the migraine left to endure.

Man Suffering with Migraine

Living With Chronic Migraine Is a Full-Time, Lifelong Job

Should you receive a paycheck for living with chronic migraine?

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