Spotlight on Migraine®

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. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The speaker does not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, Dr. Emmanuelle Schindler presents data from a pilot study that investigated the effects of the psychedelic drug psilocybin in 10 people with migraine. She discusses the results of a single micro-dose of the drug, side effects, safety information and more.  *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Nerivio is a neuromodulation device that has been approved for the acute and preventative treatment of migraine for people aged 12 years and older. But how does it work? Who can use it? Tune in as we answer these questions and more with the CEO and co-founder Alon Ironi!  *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

What is allodynia, and why does it happen? In this episode, Dr. Gretchen Tietjen answers these questions and more, diving into the nuances of this symptom that is often associated with migraine. *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Atogepant is FDA approved for the prevention of episodic migraine, and is under review for the prevention of chronic migraine at the time of publication. Stay tuned as Dr. Cynthia E. Armand discusses the goals of migraine prevention, atogepant clinical trial data, how it compares to other gepant medications, side effects, and more.   *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

How are patent foramen ovale and migraine connected? A foramen ovale is a "hole" between the top two chambers of the heart. This hole closes shortly after birth, but in some individuals it stays open and is known as patent foramen ovale. Studies show that adults with this cardiovascular condition are more likely to have migraine. Tune in as Dr. Alexander Postalian dives into the latest research exploring how PFO closure procedures may or may not benefit a person living with both conditions. Thank you to our 2023 education sponsor, Lundbeck *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Hear from Dr. Eric Pearlman, Associate Vice President at Eli Lilly, as we dive into their findings from the OVERCOME study. This study aims to further understand the stigma experienced by people living with migraine, identify barriers to the appropriate treatment, and assess how novel treatment options may influence delivery of migraine care and outcomes. *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Migraine often affects many aspects of our lives - work, home, social life, and especially our relationships. In this episode, licensed psychologist Dr. Dawn Buse discusses how migraine can impact interpersonal relationships and offers tips for managing migraine and preserving the many types of relationships we have. *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

In this episode, we hear Dr. Courtney White explain what brain fog is, why it occurs, and what can be done to manage this bothersome symptom that affects many people living with migraine. *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 speaker do not recommend or endorse any specific course of treatment, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned. Reliance on any information provided by this content is solely at your own risk.

Dr. Matthew Robbins discusses New Daily Persistent Headache, covering diagnostic criteria and treatments. Alan Kaplan shares his personal journey with the condition. The podcast delves into alternative treatments like psychedelics for headache relief.