Paper Details

  1. Home
  2. Paper Details

A placebo-controlled surgical trial of the treatment of migraine headaches.

Author: AminiSaeid, DavisJanine, GuyuronBahman, KrieglerJennifer S, PashminiNazly, ReedDeborah

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Multicenter StudyResearch conducted in collaboration with multiple research institutions. It aims to collect a wide range of data and obtain more generalizable results.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

This study investigated the effectiveness of surgically deactivating three common migraine trigger points in a double-blind, controlled trial. The study found that this surgical approach was effective in reducing migraines for many people who did not respond to traditional treatments.
Paper Details　
Original Abstract of the Article :
Many of the nearly 30 million Americans suffering with migraine headaches are not helped by standard therapies, a proportion of which can harbor undesirable side effects. The present study demonstrates the efficacy of independent surgical deactivation of three common migraine headache trigger sites ...See full text at original site
Dr.Camel IconDr.Camel's Paper Summary Blogラクダ博士について

ラクダ博士は、Health Journal が論文の内容を分かりやすく解説するために作成した架空のキャラクターです。
難解な医学論文を、専門知識のない方にも理解しやすいように、噛み砕いて説明することを目指しています。

* ラクダ博士による解説は、あくまで論文の要点をまとめたものであり、原論文の完全な代替となるものではありません。詳細な内容については、必ず原論文をご参照ください。
* ラクダ博士は架空のキャラクターであり、実際の医学研究者や医療従事者とは一切関係がありません。
* 解説の内容は Health Journal が独自に解釈・作成したものであり、原論文の著者または出版社の見解を反映するものではありません。


引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19644260

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Surgery: A Potential Treatment for Migraine Headaches

Migraine headaches, a debilitating neurological condition, affect millions of people worldwide. This study explores the potential of surgery as a treatment for migraine headaches. The study, a double-blind, sham surgery controlled trial, investigated the efficacy of surgically deactivating specific trigger sites in the head that are commonly associated with migraine headaches.

Surgical Deactivation: A Potential Solution for Migraine Headaches?

The study found that surgical deactivation of these trigger sites led to a significant reduction in migraine headache frequency and severity in patients. The results suggest that surgery might be a viable treatment option for patients with migraine headaches who have not responded well to traditional therapies.

Managing Migraine Headaches: Exploring Treatment Options

This study offers a new perspective on the treatment of migraine headaches. The findings suggest that surgery may be a promising option for some patients, but it's important to note that this study is a single trial and requires further investigation to confirm its long-term effectiveness and to understand its potential risks and benefits.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study is like a desert oasis offering a new source of relief for those struggling with migraine headaches. It suggests that surgery may provide a path to a headache-free life for some individuals. It's a reminder that the search for effective treatments for this condition continues, and new possibilities are constantly emerging.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2009-09-22
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-31
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

19644260

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

00006534-200908000-00015

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

Positive IndicatorAn AI analysis index that serves as a benchmark for how positive the results of the study are. Note that it is a benchmark and requires careful interpretation and consideration of different perspectives.

This site uses cookies. Visit our privacy policy page or click the link in any footer for more information and to change your preferences.