Recurring headaches or migraines can disrupt every part of your life—work, sleep, focus, and even your ability to enjoy the day. At the Center for Regenerative Therapy & Pain Management, we offer targeted, non-surgical solutions to help you finally find long-term relief.
Headaches are a broad category of pain that typically affect the head, neck, or face, while migraines are a specific type of headache involving neurological symptoms. Migraines are often described as pulsing or throbbing pain that may be accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light or sound.
Unlike occasional headaches, migraines and chronic headache disorders can significantly interfere with daily activities. That’s why understanding the root cause and working with a specialist is key to lasting relief.
Tightening of muscles in the neck, shoulders, and scalp is a common cause of tension headaches, especially during periods of prolonged stress or fatigue.
Compressed or inflamed nerves at the base of the skull or in the cervical spine can cause radiating pain, migraines, or occipital neuralgia.
Hormone changes, particularly in women, are a well-documented trigger for migraines—often occurring during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause.
Poor posture, disc issues, or misalignment in the neck can lead to cervicogenic headaches, which originate in the cervical spine but are felt in the head.
Ironically, overusing pain medications can lead to rebound headaches, especially in those treating migraines with frequent OTC drug use.
Changes in weather, lack of sleep, missed meals, bright lights, dehydration, or high-stress levels can all act as migraine triggers.
Headache and migraine symptoms vary depending on the type, but recognizing the pattern is key to diagnosis and relief.
Dull or throbbing head pain
Pain on one or both sides of the head
Nausea or vomiting
Sensitivity to light and sound
Aura (visual disturbances such as flashing lights or zig-zag lines)
Pain radiating from the neck or base of the skull
Calm irritated nerves at the base of the skull to reduce migraine intensity and frequency
Relieve muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders that may contribute to tension headaches
FDA-approved treatment for patients with 15+ headache days per month, shown to reduce attacks over time
Reduce inflammation in the upper spine when disc issues or nerve compression are present
Disrupt pain signals by deactivating overactive nerves responsible for chronic headache pain
We help patients identify environmental triggers and implement changes for prevention
If headaches or migraines are interfering with your life, it may be time to go beyond general treatment and work with a specialist. You don’t need to suffer through recurring pain.
Headaches are frequent, severe, or long-lasting
Pain interferes with sleep, work, or quality of life
OTC medications no longer provide relief
You experience aura, vision disturbances, or neurological symptoms
You’ve been diagnosed with migraines but still suffer regularly
At the Center for Regenerative Therapy & Pain Management, we offer non-surgical care that addresses the root causes of chronic headaches and migraines. Whether you’re dealing with daily tension, sensitivity to light, or throbbing pain that disrupts your life, our treatments are designed to bring long-term relief.
Let’s work together to reduce your symptoms, improve your quality of life, and help you take back control—one step at a time.
Headaches & Migraines
Headaches typically involve mild to moderate pain and may stem from tension or stress. Migraines are more intense, often one-sided, and include additional symptoms like nausea, light sensitivity, and aura. Migraines are considered a neurological condition, while headaches are more often muscular or vascular in origin.
Yes, migraines can last anywhere from a few hours to several days if untreated. Chronic migraine sufferers may experience attacks that linger for 72 hours or more. Proper management and trigger control can help reduce both duration and frequency.
Most migraines last between 4 and 72 hours. Duration depends on the individual, trigger, and treatment approach. Early intervention often shortens the length of an episode.
Yes, blurry vision can occur during a migraine, especially if an aura is present. Visual disturbances like flashing lights, blind spots, or zigzag lines are also common. These symptoms usually resolve as the migraine subsides.
Migraines can absolutely cause dizziness or vertigo, particularly in a subtype known as vestibular migraine. This may occur before, during, or after head pain. It’s important to track these symptoms to guide diagnosis and treatment.
Yes, dehydration is a common and often overlooked headache trigger. When the body lacks fluids, blood vessels in the brain may constrict, leading to discomfort. Staying hydrated is a simple but powerful prevention method.
Headaches don’t directly cause high blood pressure, but severe pain can lead to temporary spikes in blood pressure. Conversely, very high blood pressure can sometimes trigger headaches. It’s important to monitor both symptoms if they occur together.
Persistent headaches may stem from chronic tension, nerve irritation, medication overuse, or an underlying condition like cervicogenic headache or migraine. If your headache lasts more than a few days or keeps returning, a specialist evaluation is recommended. Long-term relief often requires addressing the root cause—not just treating symptoms.
Migraines don’t typically cause fever. If you’re experiencing fever with a headache, it could be a sign of infection or another condition requiring medical attention. It’s important to rule out other causes when both symptoms appear together.
Have questions or need guidance? Reach out today and our team will help you take the next step toward lasting pain relief.
We provide advanced, personalized pain management care for patients across New Jersey, led by board-certified specialist Dr. Shane Huch.
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