Hemiplegic Migraine & Migraine with Unilateral Motor Symptoms (MUMS)
Spotlight on Migraine®
In this episode, dive deeper into the world of migraine disease as we explore Hemiplegic Migraine and Migraine with Unilateral Motor Symptoms (MUMS). Dr. Thomas Berk unpacks the intricacies of these diseases and their differences, while Cannon Hodge shares her personal journey living with MUMS. Read the transcript at migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep4-hemiplegic-migraine-and-mums *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other...
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Conquering Dizziness: Vestibular Symptoms, Vestibular Migraine, and How to Manage
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In this episode of Spotlight on Migraine, vestibular physical therapist, Dr. Madison Oak, discusses the vestibular system and vestibular therapy. She talks about common vestibular symptoms, including dizziness, vestibular migraine, and offers strategies for how to cope. Read the transcript at migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep3-conquering-dizziness *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health...
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Physical Therapy as a Migraine Treatment
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In this episode of Spotlight On Migraine, Sam Kelokates, P.T., D.P.T. explains how physical therapy can be an option for people living with migraine, physical therapy techniques, potential benefits, and how to get started. More ways to tune in: www.migrainedisorders.org/podcast/s6ep2-physical-therapy *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition....
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What is Refractory Migraine?
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In this episode of Spotlight On Migraine, Dr. Jennifer Robblee talks about what refractory migraine is, how it differs from other migraine types and what we know about it. Dr. Robblee will also discuss off-label treatments and strategies that she uses. More ways to tune in: www.migrainedisorders.org/podcasts *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical...
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Understanding Medication Overuse Headache (Rebound Headache)
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In this episode, Dr. Sait Ashina talks to us about Medication Overuse Headache, also known as Rebound or Medication Adaptation Headache. He discusses how it occurs, who is more likely to develop it, and how to prevent or break the headache cycle. More ways to tune in: www.migrainedisorders.org/podcasts
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Service Dogs for Migraine Support
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Service dogs can be a helpful tool for many disabilities and conditions, including migraine disease! Jennifer Kolar from Atlas Assistance Dogs discusses how a migraine service dog can help before and during an attack, plus how to train your pet dog to provide support. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. AMD and the...
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Tips for Adding Magnesium to Your Migraine Treatment Plan
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Many people living with migraine disease often find relief by adding magnesium to their preventive treatment plans. In this episode, Registered Dietician Danielle Aberman discusses how supplemental magnesium may be helpful, the various forms, and doses typically used for prevention, as well as tips for getting the best results. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have...
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Everything You Need to Know about Migraine Auras
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One in three people with migraine experience aura, a temporary sensory disturbance that occurs before or during the headache phase of an attack. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Robblee describes types of auras, along with our current understanding of what happens in the brain during an aura. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a...
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Managing Migraine by Combining Conventional and Alternative Treatments
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Alternative treatments, such as supplements, mind/body therapies, physical therapy, and acupuncture, can be helpful, non-pharmacological additions to conventional migraine management plans. Headache specialist Dr. Abigail Chua discusses the pros and cons of alternative treatments and how to begin integrating them into your overall treatment plan. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health...
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Understanding and Managing Migraine in Kids and Teens
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Migraine affects about 11% children and adolescents, but it can look different from migraine in adults. Dr. Michael Oshinsky from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke discusses the signs and symptoms of pediatric migraine as well as ways to support children at school and with their personal life. He also talks about treatment options and how the NINDS migraine trainer app can help manage migraine. *The contents of this podcast are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment....
info_outlineKirsten, an IT Specialist, wife and mother, has had migraine disease for 28 years. She endures a variety of migraine types. She talks about her personal experiences with the disease including her successes with telemedicine and natural medicine, how genetic testing has helped with treatment choices, as well as her favorite coping tool. She and her husband Dearric tell us what they do to fight migraine stigma and raise awareness. Dearric talks frankly about caregiver fatigue and gives his advice on coping strategies. You will also hear about Dearric’s latest, and craziest, awareness adventure - a 3-day, 216 mile run. Dearric participated in the August 2018 Cascade Lakes Relay as a solo team to raise awareness for this debilitating disease and to raise money for research. And you won’t want to miss the moving story about the couple’s young son and how he showed support for his mother during an attack.
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