by Joseph Kandel (Author), David Sudderth (Author)
Two top neurologists show the millions of chronic headache sufferers how to identify their type of headache and unlock the key to finding safe, soothing relief
Every year, countless people with chronic headaches are misdiagnosed. Often they receive medications that exacerbate their problem, or they overuse over-the-counter painkillers, risking serious damage to the liver and kidneys. The Headache Cure shows sufferers how to identify the real cause of headache pain through self-evaluations, develop an effective treatment plan to deal with acute headaches, and control the triggers that will limit their number and severity.
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Take control and stop letting headaches run your life!
Your headaches are affecting you at work and at home. You've seen a doctor about your headaches, but the prescribed treatment isn't helping--it may even be making the problem worse. If you are one of the millions who suffer from severe chronic headaches or migraines, this book can change your life. Written by two neurologists with a combined forty years of experience treating thousands of headache patients, The Headache Cure shows you that the key to getting rid of headaches is to: Zero in on the real cause of your pain Develop a safe and effective treatment and prevention plan Recognize and control headache triggers
This book arms you with the knowledge and tools to live headache free for life, including: Self-evaluations to identify what type of headaches you have Exercises, medications, and other treatments for the commonly misdiagnosed cervicogenic headache Preventative medications that keep migraines at bay The latest research on Botox therapy for treating severe headaches The low-down on acupuncture, physical therapy, massage, and other alternative approaches
Number of Pages: 268
Dimensions: 0.69 x 9 x 6.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 22, 2005
