Is your head aching? Again? Research
shows that 47 percent of the adult population in the US experiences a headache
at least once a year. When you are suffering from one, concentrating on
anything becomes difficult. Headaches are generally caused due to stress,
dehydration, lack of sleep, skipping meals, vision and dental problems. Head
injury, sinus problems, certain medications or hormonal changes can also
trigger headaches.It is important to treat the underlying condition to achieve relief
from headaches.
At Intelligent Pain Solutions, Los
Angeles, our experienced specialists can help you achieve freedom from chronic headaches using innovative methods such as Botox injections, occipital nerve
block and radio frequency denervation.
Identify the
triggers
If you observe closely, you
would be able to pinpoint the things (it could be odors, medicines that trigger
your headache. Avoiding what you can and managing what you cannot will help you
reduce the frequency and severity of headaches.
Finding the right
help
Go to a headache specialist
instead of any other doctor. Headache specialists are trained and experienced
in treating headaches. Headache doctors
at Intelligent Pain Solutions, Los Angeles are equipped with the right
expertise and technology to treat all types of headaches such as tension
headaches, cluster headaches and migraines.
No
one-size-fits-all
Educate yourself about the
treatments your pain management clinic offers and have a quick chat with your
specialist to understand how they work. Working as a team with your doctor and
being an active participant in your treatment plan enables quick and lasting
results. Ask questions and give feedback. Los Angeles’ Intelligent Pain
Solutions headache specialists customize your treatment plan considering your
symptoms, the underlying condition and how your body responds to treatment.
Explore
There are
several treatment options available to treat chronic headaches.
Medication – Your
doctor will prescribe medication depending on your condition and the root
cause. Triptans may be given for acute pain whereas tricyclic antidepressants
are given for recurrent headaches
Botox Injections – Botox?
For headache? Yes. Botox paralyzes the muscle and
blocks the release of acetylcholine from the nerve cells to prevent headaches
from occurring.
Occipital Nerve Block – ONB involves injecting an anesthetic and a corticosteroid into
the affected area to stop pain.
Radiofrequency Denervation – Radiofrequency is used to
destroy a portion of the nerve root and bring pain relief.
Over 90% of patients at Intelligent Pain Solutions are able
to avoid potentially risky surgery, achieve pain relief and become more
functional.Call 310-853-1150 to book an appointment today.
