Spotlight on Migraine®
Association of Migraine Disorders®
Spotlight on Migraine® features in-depth conversations with leading experts. We discuss migraine symptoms, treatments, emerging research, and the latest advancements in care. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare provider, this podcast aims to empower you with the knowledge and resources for better migraine management.
Video versions of the Spotlight on Migraine® Podcast can be viewed on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@MigraineDisorders/podcasts
*The contents of this podcast/video are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute medical or legal advice; the content is not intended to be a substitute for 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.
Video versions of the Spotlight on Migraine® Podcast can be viewed on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@MigraineDisorders/podcasts
*The contents of this podcast/video are intended for general informational purposes only and do not constitute medical or legal advice; the content is not intended to be a substitute for 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.
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Mar 29, 2021 • 22min
Nerivio: A Drug-Free, Wearable Migraine Treatment
Theranica CEO, Alon Ironi teaches us about the Nerivio device, explaining how this device differs from a tens unit and how it works to relieve migraine symptoms. He also reports on efficacy and safety findings and explains how you can get a device. *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.
Mar 22, 2021 • 19min
What People with Migraine Should Know About the Covid-19 Vaccine
We are over a year out from the start of the COVID pandemic and we now have vaccines available, but what does that mean for people with migraine? Dr. Deena Kuruvilla tells us in our next Spotlight on Migraine. She explains the differences between the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, gives tips for creating a treatment plan for if you get side effects, and explains the safety of taking the vaccine while using migraine treatments. *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.
Mar 15, 2021 • 22min
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Physicial therapist, Dr. Healy, joined us to explain craniosacral therapy, a non-invasive tool for managing pain, increasing energy and reliving anxiety. Dr. Healy walks us through performing cranio sacral therapy, discusses where you can get this therapy and explains who can benefit from it. *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.
Mar 8, 2021 • 27min
Pediatric Migraine Disorders
In this episode, Dr. Jacob Brodsky of Boston Children's Hospital will explain three types of pediatric migraine disorders: Benign Paroxysmal Torticollis of infancy, benign paroxysmal vertigo of childhood, and vestibular migraine. For each disorder, he will explain the diagnostic criteria, expectations for recovery, potential treatments and management strategies. *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.
Mar 1, 2021 • 31min
Magic Mushrooms? What You Need to Know About Psychedelics for Migraine
Dr. Peter McAllister joined us to answer all of our questions about psychedelics for the treatment of migraine and headache. He explains the different types of psychedelics, how they work, safety profiles and how people can become involved in this fascinating area of study. *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.
Feb 22, 2021 • 11min
Pipeline Acute Treatment for Migraine: AXS-07
In this episode, Dr. Cedric O'Gorman, from Axsome Therapeutics, reports on efficacy and safety data for their pipeline acute medication, AXS-07, which is a combination of the NSAID meloxicam and rizatriptan. *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.
Feb 16, 2021 • 29min
Retraining Your Brain: Mental and Emotional Aspects of Healing
In this episode, vestibular audiologist and neuroplasticity therapist, Joey Remenyi joins us to discuss how to change thought patterns using neuroplasticity to heal vestibular migraine and other conditions. *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.
Feb 8, 2021 • 18min
Lasmiditan: A Rescue Migraine Treatment
Dr. Deena Kuruvilla joins us to talk about lasmiditan, a new acute treatment for migraine. She discusses results from lasmiditan research studies, how it works, efficacy, side effects, dosing and access. *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.
Feb 1, 2021 • 22min
5 Lifestyle Changes for Managing Migraine
Neuropthamologist, Dr. Rani Banik joins us to explain her five pillars of health for managing migraine which include easy-to-implement lifestyle changes in nutrition, hydration, caffeine, sleep and stress management. This podcast is sponsored in part by Amgen/Novartis. *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.
Jan 25, 2021 • 19min
An Overview of Research on Dietary Patterns for Migraine Prevention
In this episode, registered dietician, Margaret Slavin, reviews dietary patterns that have been investigated in association with migraine and summarizes current evidence of dietary interventions for migraine prevention. This podcast is sponsored in part by Amgen/Novartis. *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.
