Causes of Migraine Headaches
Migraines are a neurological disorder characterized by intense, recurring headaches. Several factors can trigger or worsen migraines, making them difficult to manage without targeted treatment.
A family history of migraines increases the likelihood of developing chronic migraines.
Stress, bright lights, loud noises, and strong smells can all contribute to migraine attacks.
Fluctuations in hormones, particularly in women, often trigger migraines during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause.
Certain foods and drinks, such as caffeine, alcohol, or processed foods, can lead to migraines in some individuals.
Changes in brain chemistry, including imbalances in serotonin, may contribute to the onset of migraines.
Types of Migraine Headaches
Migraines can vary in severity and type, with each requiring different approaches to treatment. Ketamine therapy is effective across a range of migraine types.
This type of migraine includes sensory disturbances like visual flashes or tingling before the headache begins.
The most common type, these migraines occur without warning signs and cause severe, throbbing pain.
Defined by having headaches on 15 or more days per month, often with at least eight being migraine attacks.
These migraines cause aura symptoms but do not result in headache pain.
A rare type of migraine that causes temporary weakness on one side of the body, mimicking a stroke.
Diagnosis of Migraine Headaches
Diagnosing migraines requires a comprehensive evaluation of symptoms and triggers. Medical professionals will work with you to identify the type of migraines you are experiencing to create the most effective treatment plan.
A full review of your medical history helps identify patterns and triggers for migraines.
Discussing the frequency, duration, and intensity of your headaches helps pinpoint the type of migraine.
Doctors will assess your neurological function to rule out other potential causes of headaches.
In some cases, MRIs or CT scans may be used to rule out brain tumors or structural issues causing headaches.
Keeping a record of your migraine triggers, frequency, and symptoms can help guide diagnosis and treatment.
Ketamine Treatment for Migraine Headaches
Ketamine infusion therapy has emerged as a powerful treatment option for those with chronic, treatment-resistant migraines. By targeting the brain’s pain pathways, Ketamine offers fast relief from debilitating migraine symptoms.
Many patients experience relief from migraine symptoms within hours or days of starting Ketamine treatment.
Ketamine works on NMDA receptors in the brain, helping to disrupt the pain signals that cause migraines.
- Effective for Resistant Migraines
For individuals who haven’t responded to other migraine treatments, Ketamine offers a new solution.
In addition to immediate relief, Ketamine can reduce the frequency of migraines over time, improving long-term outcomes.
- Safe and Monitored Treatment
All Ketamine infusions are administered in a controlled medical environment, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
Related Conditions
Ketamine therapy can also provide relief for other chronic pain and neurological conditions related to migraines, helping to improve overall quality of life.
Ketamine is effective in managing conditions like fibromyalgia and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
Known for causing excruciating, one-sided pain, cluster headaches may also be relieved through Ketamine treatment.
Nerve pain caused by conditions like diabetic neuropathy can be reduced with Ketamine.
Anxiety often coexists with chronic migraines, and Ketamine can help address both conditions.
Chronic migraine sufferers may experience depression, which Ketamine can also help alleviate.