chronic migraine treatment in smiths falls

Chronic migraines are more than simply experiencing an occasional migraine.  It is a neurological condition characterized by frequent headache days, with migraine features occurring on a number of those days. Symptoms can vary considerably between individuals and may include throbbing or pulsating pain, sensitivity to light or sound, nausea, visual symptoms and worsening of symptoms with routine activity.

Because frequent headaches can have many different causes, an appropriate medical assessment and diagnosis are important before beginning treatment.

Therapeutic neuromodulator injections may be used as a preventive treatment for appropriately selected patients with chronic migraine.

Unlike treatments taken when a migraine has already started, this treatment is intended to help reduce migraine burden over time.

Treatment involves a series of small injections into specific areas of the head and neck. An assessment is required to determine whether this type of treatment is appropriate based on your headache history, diagnosis, medical history, current medications and previous treatments.

Not everyone experiencing migraines or recurrent headaches will be an appropriate candidate.

Therapeutic neuromodulator treatment is intended for specific patients with chronic migraine, rather than occasional headaches or infrequent episodic migraine.

During your assessment, we will review factors such as:

• The frequency of your headaches and migraines
• How long your symptoms have been occurring
• Your migraine symptoms and headache pattern
• Previous and current migraine treatments
• Current medications and medical history
• Relevant contraindications or precautions
• The impact migraines have on your daily activities

If your symptoms have not previously been appropriately assessed or your headache pattern raises concerns requiring further investigation, additional medical evaluation may be recommended before proceeding with treatment.

Treatment involves a series of small injections performed across specific areas of the forehead, temples, head, neck and upper shoulder region.

The injections themselves are relatively quick, and most patients are able to return to their usual activities following their appointment.

Before treatment, we will review the procedure, potential benefits, limitations, risks and possible side effects so that you can make an informed decision about your care.

Therapeutic neuromodulator treatment for chronic migraine is generally performed at regular intervals as part of an ongoing preventive treatment plan.

Response varies between individuals, and treatment effectiveness should be reassessed over time rather than assuming that the same treatment plan will remain appropriate indefinitely.

Follow-up allows us to review your response, migraine frequency, any adverse effects and whether continuing treatment remains appropriate.

Many private drug benefit plans provide coverage for prescription treatment for chronic migraine when their eligibility requirements are met.

Coverage varies considerably between insurance providers and individual benefit plans. Some insurers require pre-authorization and may request documentation regarding your diagnosis, migraine frequency and previous treatments before approving coverage.

Our clinic can assist with the required pre-authorization paperwork when appropriate.

Patients are responsible for confirming the details of their individual insurance coverage, including deductibles, dispensing fees, maximums and other plan requirements.

When prescription medication is covered through your private insurance plan, the medication is typically dispensed through a pharmacy according to your individual coverage.

Uplifted Medical charges a separate professional fee for the assessment and/or administration of treatment where applicable. This fee is not the cost of the prescription medication itself and may or may not be reimbursed by your insurance provider.

Please contact the clinic for current fee information.