In what is the Global Year Against Headache, Airing Pain discusses the different types of chronic headache and provides advice on how to self-manage the condition.
Presenter Paul Harvard Evans talks to several specialists including Dr Giles Erlington from the National Migraine Centre, who says although there is no cure for migraines, the key is to managing symptoms. This begins with correct diagnosis.
By learning to recognise triggers such as sugar intake; and managing your lifestyle accordingly i.e., diet and sleep patterns. Earrington also highlights that for those prone to migraines, it is important to have a sense of routine – the body doesn’t like surprises.
We also hear from those living with chronic headaches who share their experiences; and Heather Sim, who tells us the steps to take to get referred to a migraine clinic.
Interviewees including patients and pain specialists:
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Giles Erlington, Medical Director of The National Migraine Centre
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Heather Sim, Chief Executive of The National Migraine Centre
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Patients including: Keri Bucholz, Emma Williams and Chris Whitehouse.
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