Migraine & Tension Headaches: Expert Treatment for a Pain-Free Life

Migraines and Tension Headaches: Symptoms and Advanced Treatment

Headaches can range from mild annoyances to severe conditions that interfere with daily life. Two of the most common and impactful types of headaches are migraines and tension headaches. At Vanchilingam Advanced Neurology and Stroke, we offer advanced treatments to help patients bounce back to normal life.

What Are Migraines and Tension Headaches?

Migraines are not just headaches; they are a neurological condition that causes intense, throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head. They often come with symptoms like nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and, in some cases, visual disturbances (auras). A migraine attack can last for hours or even days, severely affecting your quality of life.

Tension headaches, on the other hand, feel like a tight band of pressure around the head. While less severe than migraines, they can cause persistent discomfort and are often triggered by stress, muscle tension, or poor posture.

What Causes These Conditions?

Migraines are believed to result from a combination of genetic, neurological, and environmental factors. Common triggers include:

  • Hormonal fluctuations

  • Certain foods or drinks (like alcohol or processed foods)
  • Stress and irregular sleep patterns
  • Sensory stimuli like bright lights or loud noises

Tension headaches are typically caused by:

  • Prolonged stress or anxiety

  • Muscle strain from poor posture
  • Eye strain due to excessive screen use
  • Dehydration or skipping meals

Treatment Options

Treating migraines and tension headaches require a comprehensive approach. Here’s what works:

Lifestyle Adjustments:

  • Maintain a regular sleep routine.
  • Manage stress with relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation.
  • Avoid known headache triggers.

Medication:

  • For migraines: Preventive medications are effective as prescribed by your doctor.
  • For tension headaches: Over-the-counter pain relievers or muscle relaxants for severe cases. However, it is advisable to seek the advice of a specialist who can understand your condition and guide you to holistic treatment.

Advanced Neurological Treatments:
This is where Vanchilingam Advanced Neurology and Stroke truly excels. Our approach is patient centered. We focus on understanding your unique condition and create personalised treatment plans that address your specific needs.

Why choose Vanchilingam Advanced Neurology & Stroke?

The correct classification of the headache is vital in the treatment of this condition.
For example, patients with epilepsy or seizures in childhood are very prone to develop migraine as adults. At VANS, we classify the headache based on detailed history, examination and investigation of the affected person. Once that is done treatment becomes really simple. To date we have a 99 % cure rate for headaches, having treated over 1 lakh patients.

Living with migraines or tension headaches can be really debilitating, but effective treatment is within reach. Schedule a consultation today with Vanchilingam Advanced Neurology and Stroke to experience care that is personalised.

Meet the Specialists

Our team of dedicated specialists brings years of expertise and a passion for delivering personalized care.

Real Experiences, Real Results

Discover how Dr. Vanchilingam Advanced Neuro & Stroke Hospital has transformed the lives of our patients. Also hear our specialists talk about the services and solutions we offer for various neurological issues.

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OUR SPECIALITY

Acute Stroke Unit

The Acute Stroke Unit is an acute neurological ward providing specialist services for people who have had a new suspected stroke. On the Acute Stroke Unit we provide: Thrombolysis treatment -treatment is started in the Emergency Department and you will have the rest of your Treatment and monitoring on the Acute Stroke Unit

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OUR SPECIALITY

Advanced Neuro ICU

A neuro ICU is an Intensive Care Unit which is particularly devoted to a high – quality care of patients with the neurological problems that are life-threatening in nature. The neuro ICU of our hospital is a complete state of the art and a full-fledged one designed to provide almost all sorts of advanced neurological care to the normal patients as well as the patients in the emergency.

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OUR SPECIALITY

Advanced Neuro Imaging

Our radiology department is a state of the art department with all the necessary infrastructure that is essential for effectively dealing with the neuro and neurosurgery emergencies at its best. The advanced neuroimaging techniques used by our doctors are as discussed below.

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OUR SPECIALITY

Neuro interventional Cath Lab

A neuro-interventional Cath lab in a neurodiagnostic Centre is a specialized catheterization laboratory which has all the necessary diagnostic imaging equipment that is particularly used for the purpose of visualization of the arteries, veins and other vascular malformations of the brain and spinal cord.

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OUR SPECIALITY

Neuro-Surgery Operating Room

The neurosurgery operating room of Dr.Vanchilingam Hospital, Neurosurgery Hospital is a fully functional and a state of art one that has the adequate infrastructure for effectively carrying out even the most complicated neuro surgeries with ease.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs on Tension and Migraine Headache Treatments

We specialize in treating migraines and tension headaches. Migraines are neurological conditions causing intense, throbbing pain, often accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances. Tension headaches, on the other hand, feel like a tight band of pressure around the head and are commonly triggered by stress, muscle tension, or poor posture.

Migraines: These are often triggered by a mix of genetic, neurological, and environmental factors such as hormonal changes, certain foods, stress, irregular sleep, and sensory stimuli like bright lights or loud noises.

Tension Headaches: Common causes include prolonged stress, poor posture, muscle strain, eye strain from excessive screen use, dehydration, or skipping meals.

We offer a comprehensive treatment approach, including:

  • Lifestyle Adjustments: Regular sleep, stress management, and avoiding triggers.
  • Medications: Preventative medicines for migraines and pain relievers for tension headaches, tailored to individual needs.
  • Advanced Neurological Care: Personalized treatment plans based on a detailed evaluation of each patient.

Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment. At VANS, we classify headaches through a detailed history, thorough examinations, and investigations. This enables us to provide precise, personalized treatment plans with a high success rate. To date, we have successfully treated over 1 lakh patients, achieving a 99% cure rate.

Our patient-centric approach sets us apart. We focus on understanding each patient’s unique condition and offer tailored solutions. Our expertise in classifying headaches ensures accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, even in complex cases like migraines triggered by childhood epilepsy or seizures.

Living with migraines or tension headaches can be debilitating, but relief is within reach. Contact Vanchilingam Advanced Neurology and Stroke today through your website forms or directly calling us to schedule a consultation and receive personalized, expert care.

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