The migraine meds you need to know about
CGRP inhibitors have transformed migraine care in the past few years. Let’s break it down:
CGRP stands for calcitonin gene-related peptide. This is a neurotransmitter that is involved in causing migraine attacks. If you give CGRP to a person who is prone to migraine attacks, they will likely get a migraine. And if you block (or inhibit) CGRP, the migraine goes away.
ADHD & Homework: How to stay organized
Here are my top 2 tips for a successful school year for middle school and high school aged kids: (These two strategies work great for ALL kids, but are especially helpful for kids and teens who have ADHD!)
ADHD in girls
Many people think of rowdy little boys when they think of ADHD. They think of the hyperactivity and impulsivity part of ADHD. And while that certainly is a type of ADHD, many people (especially girls!) have the other type of ADHD: inattentive ADHD. Girls with the inattentive type of ADHD may “fly under the radar”. They may be falsely assumed to be “spacey” or “just not that academic”.
Acupuncture for Migraine & Headaches
Multiple studies have shown that acupuncture works as well at preventing migraine as medications do, and perhaps even better. Acupuncture has the advantage of not having side effects, like so many medications do. Many people either don’t want to take daily medications to prevent headaches, or have tried this in the past and found that the medications were ineffective or caused intolerable side effects.
Acupuncture: What to Expect
Our first acupuncture session will last about an hour. We will get to know each other and discuss your symptoms and treatment goals. Then we will do an initial treatment, typically involving several small needles. The needles typically stay in for about 20 minutes. Most patients, even children, find acupuncture to be a relaxing experience.
Overview of Headaches in Kids: Keep Calm & Carry On
As a pediatric headache specialist, I love teaching kids about headaches and partnering with them to improve their pain. Seeing kids get back to what they love (sports, music, hanging out with friends) is so rewarding! Let’s walk through some helpful information about headaches.