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HEADACHES

Headaches & Migraines: When Traditional Treatments Aren't Enough

Still Struggling With Migraines?

Have you tried:

  • Multiple migraine medications

  • Botox injections

  • CGRP medications

  • Neurology consultations

  • Lifestyle modifications

  • Dietary changes

...and still find yourself dealing with frequent headaches or migraines?

A Different Approach to Migraine Treatment

At The Center for Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Jurash offers non-opioid, minimally invasive treatment options for selected headache and migraine patients.

One treatment that may be considered is a Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) Block using the TX360® delivery system.

What Is an SPG Block?

The Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) is a collection of nerves located deep within the nasal cavity that plays an important role in migraine and headache pathways.

Using the TX360® device, medication is delivered through a small flexible catheter placed into the nasal passage. The procedure takes only a few minutes and does not involve needles placed into the face or head.

The goal is to calm the nerve pathways involved in headache generation and reduce headache frequency, intensity, or duration.

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Who May Benefit?

SPG Block therapy may be considered for patients with:

  • Chronic migraine

  • Episodic migraine

  • Status migrainosus

  • Cluster headache

  • Certain post-traumatic headaches

  • Hemicrania continua

  • Paroxysmal hemicrania

Not every patient is a candidate. A comprehensive evaluation is performed to determine whether this treatment may be appropriate.

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Why Consider an SPG Block?

Potential advantages include:

  • Minimally invasive procedure

  • Performed in the office

  • No sedation required

  • Can be used alongside other migraine treatments

  • May reduce headache intensity or frequency

  • May help patients who have not achieved adequate relief from traditional therapies

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Comprehensive Headache Evaluation

Not every headache is a migraine.

Headaches may also be influenced by:

  • TMJ disorders

  • Jaw muscle pain

  • Neck muscle dysfunction

  • Sleep apnea

  • Nerve pain disorders

As an Orofacial Pain Specialist, Dr. Jurash evaluates these potential contributing factors to ensure that treatment is directed at the true source of symptoms.

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When Should You Consider an Evaluation?

You may benefit from an evaluation if:

  • Your headaches remain poorly controlled despite treatment

  • You continue to require frequent rescue medications

  • You are looking for non-medication treatment options

  • You have migraine symptoms along with jaw pain, facial pain, or sleep-related concerns

  • You would like to determine whether SPG Block therapy may be appropriate for your condition

Take Control of Your Headaches with The Center for Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine

Whether you have been struggling with chronic headaches for years or are exploring additional treatment options, we can help identify potential contributing factors and discuss next steps.

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