Migraine Treatment Procedure
The MigraineProcedure is an innovative treatment that uses peripheral nerve stimulation to address chronic and severe migraine headaches. This procedure involves implanting a specialized neurostimulator device under the skin in precise locations to help control migraine pain. With a success rate of over 80%, it has been particularly beneficial for patients who have not found relief with conventional treatments.
The procedure targets the nerves in the supraorbital and occipital regions of the head, which are often involved in triggering migraines. Small electrodes are placed under the skin to send gentle electrical impulses to these nerves, interrupting pain signals and reducing the frequency and intensity of migraines.
How the Migraine Procedure Helps Manage Migraine Headaches
he Migraine Procedure works by targeting and electrically stimulating specific nerves in the head that contribute to the development of migraine headaches.
Patients are able to control the device’s activation and deactivation via a remote control. Typically, the stimulator is turned on when the patient begins to feel the onset of migraine symptoms. The small battery pack placed in the chest sends electrical pulses through thin wires to electrodes implanted in the forehead and at the back of the head. As a result, the patient feels a soothing tingling or massage-like sensation that replaces the headache pain. Furthermore, the intensity of the stimulation can be adjusted through the remote control to offer customized pain relief.
Research suggests that while the device stimulates the surface-level nerves, it also affects deeper brain regions involved in migraine onset and regulation. This stimulation helps to prevent or alleviate migraines effectively. One of the key benefits of this procedure is its potential to reduce or eliminate the need for pain medications for eligible patients.