How effective have you found acupuncture for treatment of chronic migraine?
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I would prefer to educate a patient interested in acupuncture for severe headaches about all the other treatments that are available. However, if they would still like to pursue acupuncture, I would support them, just like Dr. @O'Brien would say. Some patients can get better, although it is not my p...
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at Oregon Neurology As a neurologist with migraine, I can attest that ...
I support patients who wish to pursue acupuncture as part of their migraine treatment plan. Research indicates that acupuncture is a safe and moderately effective option, particularly for individuals who are refractory to conventional treatments or prefer a non-medication approach. In my practice, w...
I have found that acupuncture is more effective for acute migraine (acute treatment) than for migraine prevention. I have had some patients with relief from piercing (mimicking acupuncture?).
Advantages, as discussed, include non-medication, making them ideal for those with allergies, pregnant indi...
As a neurologist with migraine, I can attest that ...