Migraine Headache Treatment Centers
This is just a brief article for those trying to find information and contacts for migraine headache treatment centers. What are they, and how can I find a place that will really help me?
It can be difficult to find migraine headache treatment centers, because most are not that focused. There are many centres that focus on headaches in general, chronic pain conditions in general, or even migraine in general. Remember, migraine headache is only one possible symptom of migraine, although it is the most well known symptom.
A centre focused on headache, pain, or migraine can be helpful for a migraine patient, if it’s a quality clinic.
First, some background information:
- Finding the Right Pain Clinic (4 things to look for): Some key things to look for when you’re trying to choose a treatment center.
- Should I try a Multidisciplinary Pain clinic? (Guest Post): More things to think about before you decide on a clinic.
Often, finding migraine headache treatment centers starts with finding a qualified doctor. As mentioned above, it is very important to have someone in the clinic who does have experience and training in treating headache disorders, especially migraine. This person will most likely be a neurologist.
Here are some links to specific recommended doctors in several countries:
- Finding a Good Migraine Specialist
- Is Your Doctor a Certified Headache Specialist?: How to find a certified specialist – more links to information.
- Specific locations: San Francisco Migraines Clinic
- Specific locations: Migraine: Chicago Treatment Options
- Specific locations: Houston Migraine Help
It can be hard to make an upgrade in your treatment. But there are times when it has to be done if you’re going to find help – Make the call – find a new doctor.
A final note: We support the Migraine Research Foundation, and they have a list of migraine headache treatment centers here.