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Why choose Geisinger for headache or migraine care?

Many headache disorders can be effectively managed in partnership with your primary care provider. For patients with complex, difficult-to-treat, or atypical headaches, Geisinger’s neurologists and headache specialists provide additional expertise in diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term management.

Headache specialists work alongside your primary care provider (PCP) and other specialties, taking a team-based approach to your treatment. From guidance on helpful lifestyle changes to nerve blocks, Botox® and other medications, your headache specialists will work to find the right level of care based on your individual needs.

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FAQs

How do I know if my headache is actually a migraine?

Migraines typically cause moderate to severe throbbing pain on 1 side of the head, often with nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. Tension headaches, meanwhile, usually feel like constant pressure on both sides of the head but don’t typically come with nausea or sensitivity to light or sound.

Can bad posture or neck pain cause headaches?

Yes. Physical strain on the head and neck is a common headache trigger. Cervicogenic headaches originate from the neck and cause pain that radiates to the head. Posture changes and stretches can help. Your primary care provider can start you on treatment for your neck pain or refer you to physical therapy.

When should I talk to my provider about my headaches?

Many headache disorders, including migraine, can be effectively diagnosed and treated in primary care. Talk to your primary care provider if your headaches are frequent, severe or impact your daily life or if over-the-counter medications aren’t providing relief. Your primary care provider can evaluate your symptoms, establish a diagnosis, and develop an individualized treatment plan that may include lifestyle modifications, acute treatments, preventive medications, or additional testing when needed.

If your headaches become more complex, or require specialized evaluation or treatment, your primary care provider may recommend a referral to a neurologist or headache specialist.

What types of headaches do Geisinger specialists treat?

Our specialists work alongside your PCP to treat and manage a variety of headaches and facial pain conditions, including:

  • Migraines
  • Cluster headaches
  • Tension headaches
  • Occipital neuralgia

Your care team will support you when pain happens and help prevent it.

Headache and migraine disorder care at Geisinger

When you need relief, here’s what you can expect from the headache and migraine team:

  • Advanced expertise: Our neurologists have additional training in headache medicine, giving you access to specialized care.
  • A team-based approach: Our headache specialists collaborate with your PCP and other specialists for coordinated care.
  • Care close to home: You’ll find our headache and migraine specialists at several locations in central and northeastern Pennsylvania, and online telehealth appointments are available when you can’t come in.