The Headache Clinic - Blog #head ache curesThe Headache Clinic - Blog #head ache cureshttps://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/tag/head-ache-curesWed, 08 Apr 2026 21:58:09 -0700http://zoho.com/sites/<![CDATA[A method for determining when the superficial scalp arteries are the source of migraine pain]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/a-method-for-determining-when-the-superficial-scalp-arteries-are-the-source-of-migraine-painIn some patients the pain of migraine originates in the extracranial cranial arteries. This article describes the location and a logical examination sequence of the vessels most frequently involved in migraine pain.]]>

Migraine is a common disorder with a worldwide lifetime prevalence of 16%, and a last-year prevalence of 10%

There is a great deal of evidence showing that painful dilation of the terminal branches of the external carotid arteries is the source of the pain in many but not all migraine sufferers.


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]]>Wed, 17 May 2023 09:59:30 +0200<![CDATA[Role of extracranial arteries in migraine headache]]>https://www.theheadacheclinic.net/blogs/post/role-of-extracranial-arteries-in-migraine-headacheIn this article, evidence is presented to suggested that the extracranial arteries are the source of the pain in some migraine sufferers.]]>

The pain of migraine headache is often so debilitating that it severely compromises quality of life

The vascular component of the trigeminovascular system has been implicated in the pain mechanism. There is however, debate as to whether the pain originates in the intracranial or extracranial vasculature or in both. 


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