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Cerviogenic migraine

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managingexpectations · 04/11/2026 03:05

Does anyone get these? I have chronic neck issues caused by whiplash 6 years ago. I have regular physio and massages but nothing actually helps and I get these debilitating cerviogenic migraines at least 3 times a week.
does anyone have or know of a miracle cure?
I’ve been referred to a pain management clinic and Botox has been mentioned but in the meantime any tips or tricks that might help? He

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Wajeehakamran · 04/11/2026 10:18

Three migraines a week sounds absolutely miserable, especially when you've already tried physio and massages without much relief. Hopefully the pain clinic can offer something that makes a real difference. Have you tried heat packs or changing your pillow? I know there's no magic cure, but sometimes small adjustments can help a little. I hope you get some relief soon.

managingexpectations · 04/11/2026 10:27

Thank you, it is indeed miserable. I impacts everything, sleep being the main thing which exacerbates the problem. I know if I feel the flare up coming I’m in for a tough few days.
I think I’ve tried every pillow out there, I use the one that helps the most but even that doesn’t do much when it’s bad. Heat doesn’t do much unfortunately. I’m in the middle of a flare up which prompted me to ask, I’m 2 days in and just feel awful. GP has been utterly useless so I’m pinning my hopes on the referral making a difference

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