Helpful Migraine Headache Links: How to Find What You Need

Written and verified by Holly Hazen

These migraine headache links include treatment clinics and doctor directories on reputable trustworthy websites, my internal articles, printable worksheets, drug information, advocacy, help for anxiety and depression, and more.

If you are a chronic migraine sufferer, you might need all the help you can get on your migraine journey, so I don't want to miss a thing.

So, please let me know if I missed an important resource link here - contact me.

Disclaimer: I have selected only reputable websites that provide information and resources specific to migraine medical conditions, but I cannot be held responsible for their content should it prove not to be credible in the future.

Educating yourself thoroughly on this condition means having the right information for your specific diagnosis. This will help you to make wiser decisions regarding your own individual health care needs.

No matter what you read, always use your own best judgement and make sure you talk with your doctor or specialist before making any changes.

The articles contained in this website are from my personal experience and research as a long-term migraine sufferer.

I am not a doctor, but I am a qualified counsellor (MCAP) who has helped many clients develop pain management strategies and better coping skills.

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There are a huge number of links to share. I have listed these (somewhat) in alphabetical order so feel free to read past the Australian websites on anxiety and depression to access the Canadian, UK and USA migraine headache links below. Or click on these sections to get there fast:

Anxiety

Anxiety Disorders Kit from the Mental Health Association NSW Inc. provides a wealth of knowledge with their anxiety disorders kit and this Worry - Thought Record Sheet to use from the www.getselfhelp.co.uk website.

Depression

The Depression Kit from the Mental Health Association NSW Inc. provides a wealth of knowledge with their depression kit and this Depression - Thought Record Sheet to use also from the www.getselfhelp.co.uk website.

MyCompass.org.au is the Black Dog Institute's internet-based CBT program online for stress, anxiety and depression. It is a 5-lesson workbook that you can do alone or use with a therapist. You have to register first to get in.

Another good website for depression and anxiety is Beyond Blue which is Australian based. We also have more information on some of the depression warning signs.

Moodscope.com - to help measure your mood; track your ups and downs on a graph to understand what gets to you; and share your scores with trusted friends so they can support you. Everybody needs a buddy. This is free while it is beta testing. The buddy system sounds good. Let me know what you think in the face book comment box below.

Helpful Links Within This Website

Migraine Books - my top recommendations.

Migraine Pressure Point - Acupressure points to press.

Acupuncture for Migraines - widely used to manage pain.

Biofeedback and Migraines - biofeedback is proven to help reduce migraine attacks.

Migraine Relief Alternatives - what else can help?

Migraine Headache Diet - we all need help with food some days.

Migraine Elimination Diet - a good place to start to find your food triggers to avoid.

Easy Exercises for Headache Migraine Neck Pain.

Migraine Headaches Nutrition

Inspirational Migraine Videos.

How to Treat a Migraine with Ice and Heat.

How to Prevent Migraines: Managing Stress.

Build Your Own Migraine Prevention Kit.

List of Migraine Medications

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Drug Information

Allergan - Botox

Financial assistance for Botox treatment in the USA

GlaxoSmithKline - Treximet

Amerge or Naramig (Oral) - Naratriptan

Imitrex or Imigran - (Oral and Nasal) Sumatriptan and injection

Sumatriptan Details on PBS in Australia

Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc - Topamax

Pfizer - Relpax

Drug Side Effects - check beforehand for side effects.

Drug Interactions - use drugs.com handy drug interactions checker.

Adverse Reactions - report adverse drug reactions to the FDA and Instructions for Completing Form FDA 3500. 

FDA Drug Approval - drug information and approval dates.

New FDA Approved Drugs at CenterWatch - approved by the year.

Advocacy

Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy

Financial Assistance Guides

CHAMP has a financial assistance guide.

Migraine Careline US only

The Patient Advocate Foundation has launched the Migraine Careline

A dedicated phone number that provides one-on-one case management assistance for those with Migraine who need help appealing insurance denials, assisting with the Social Security or employer disability process, connecting to financial resources and much more.

All services are provided at no charge. 1-866-688-3625

Diagnostic Impression for Your Headache Doctor

Conquer your headaches – receive a comprehensive clinical report that you can bring to your doctor at BonTriage

Headache Treatment Clinics

This is a list of just a few migraine headache links to treatment centers. If I missed any you think should be included, please let me know - Contact me.

UK

The Migraine Trust has a list of clinics for you to search for and ways to be referred. 

USA

Cleveland Clinic - IMATCH Interdisciplinary Method for the Assessment and Treatment of Chronic Headache,

Diamond Headache Center Chicago IL,

Jefferson Headache Center Philadelphia PA at Thomas Jefferson University,

Mayo Clinic multiple locations.

Physician Finder at Headaches.org (LOVE this link!). This Doctor directory is a fantastic resource.

Canada

Alberta Health Chronic Pain Services - Find A Doctor in Alberta

University of Calgary Headache Assessment Management Program (CHAMP).

Europe

Berolina Clinic Germany,

Danish Headache Center Denmark,

Essen Clinic for Neurology Germany,

Kiel Headache and Pain Center Germany.

Australia

Virtual Medical Centre - this is a great directory for Doctors Surgery links and Migraine Doctors (Botox) per state.

Migraine Headache Links - Australia

The Brain Foundation

Headache Australia

Cluster Headaches Medications AU

Migraine Headache Links - Canada

Help for Headaches

Find A Headache Doctor

Migraine Headache Links - UK

National Migraine Centre UK

The National Migraine Centre bridges the gap of understanding between the individual sufferer and the medical world by providing unbiased information on all aspects of migraine - its causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments.

It is a popular charity website.

Net Doctor

The Net Doctor's website strives to translate medical language into English for us patients. Difficult to understand and critical medical information is presented in a clear and comprehensible language so that we as patients can better understand what options are available in order to reach a decision for our own treatment plan. OUCH

The Organization for Understanding Cluster Headaches has a wealth of information for understanding the debilitating condition of cluster headaches.

The Migraine Trust

The Migraine Trust website seeks to empower, inform, and support individuals affected by migraines while also endeavoring to educate health professionals and actively fund, publish and circulate research. The Brain Charity

The Brain Charity provides up to date information on neurological conditions and support to those affected by neurological diseases. They are raising awareness in the community and have numerous facilities including a dedicated library, and regular newsletters. 

Migraine Headache Links - USA

The American Migraine Foundation - supports Move Against Migraine, has loads of advice, etc.

The American Headache Society

Also known as ACHE has some information on headaches, it has pod casts and videos, however I found it difficult to get into the video part without pop up windows. None the less, it has some good information.

National Headache Foundation

The National Headache Foundation has a wealth of resources in their website including basic information about migraines and a long list of references for drug website links. It is one of my favorite websites.

There are so many websites in the US, so here are just a few of my favorites without the explanation:

The International Headache Society

The American Academy of Pain Medicine

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Pain Education Org

PubMed

Web MD

Migraine Headache Links for Lifestyle Resources

Do not underestimate the migraine headache links to lifestyle choices. Making the right choices might make ALL the difference to the number of attacks you experience.

Health Awareness - Hydration. Do you drink enough water every day? Click here to find out.

Ideal Computer Posture from The Headache Clinic – Specialist Migraine Unit in Johannesburg

Biofeedback Certification Institute of America 

National Sleep Foundation

Healthy Sleep Harvard Medical School

American Council on Exercise (ACE)

CFS Exercise Group - you must be a member. This is excellent for long term chronic illness recovery. If your migraines have rendered you disabled for a long period of time, and you are de-conditioned, I highly recommend these exercise videos.

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)

Benson-Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine, Dr. Herbert Benson's "relaxation response" under the direction of Harvard Medical School.

My #1 Choice in Magnesium Supplements

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