Cluster Headache Treatment

Cluster Headaches (sometimes referred to as cluster migraines) are a rare type of severe headache that affect around 0.1% of the population, according to the International Headache Society. While they are rare, it does affect males 3-4 times more frequently than females.

Despite being uncommon, Cluster Headaches are regarded as being the most severe and debilitating type of primary headaches. Research has shown Cluster Headaches frequently described as having the highest pain levels, out of all 300 different types of headache and migraine. Cluster Headache attacks occur in cycles, and will often wake sufferers during the night, or at regular times during the day. Attacks generally last between 15-180 minutes, and can happen multiple times per day, or once every couple of days.

People who suffer from Cluster Headaches generally experience periods of attacks, or “cluster periods” that can last weeks or months. A cluster period is followed by a period of remission which can last weeks, months or even years. The pain is often severe, on one-side of the head, and generally around the eye and/or temple region. Cluster Headaches have adopted the nickname, ‘suicide headaches’ due to their severe and debilitating nature. Our cluster headache/ cluster migraine treatment is safe, non-invasive, and medication-free. Get relief today!

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Understanding Your Symptoms

What are the symptoms of Cluster Headaches?

Cluster Headaches are often severe enough that a sufferer cannot keep still during an attack. They may pace back and forth, have to take a shower, or even resort to banging their head in an attempt to reduce the pain.

Symptoms commonly associated with Cluster Headache include:

Severe pain around one eye, that can radiate further around the face or neck
Restlessness, shortness of breath and/or a sweaty face
Watery/teary eyes or eye redness
Swollen or droopy eyelids
Runny or congested nose
Pale or flushed skin
Pain is unilateral, or affects only one side

What are the risk factors?

Men are 5-6 times more likely to experience cluster headaches
Sufferers are generally heavy smokers
Higher alcohol consumption may trigger cluster headaches
Cluster Headaches most commonly affect people aged 20-50, but can occur at any age
People with family members who are sufferers may be at a higher risk

What causes Cluster Headaches?

Historically, it was believed that cluster headaches, as well as migraines, were caused by the dilation of blood vessels in the head, causing pain. This was thought because acute treatment medications, like triptans, act as effective pain relief if taken early enough in an attack. It was believed that triptans prevent this vessel dilation. However, recent research has shown that Cluster Headache and migraine sufferers do not experience blood vessel dilation at any different levels to people who do not suffer. So, how do these medications work?

Modern research has shown that Cluster Headaches and migraines arise from increased sensitivity in the central nervous system, more specifically, a sensitised brainstem which is located in the upper cervical spine (the upper neck). Faults in the upper neck can lead to this sensitised brainstem, which then can refer severe pain and associated symptoms into the head and face.

Triptan medication has also more recently been shown to desensitise the brainstem, as well as its original purpose of constricting blood vessels in the head. This would explain why they work, as well as identifying a sensitised brainstem and the cervical spine as a cause of cluster headaches.

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About The Assessment Stage

What To Expect During The Assessment

1. Comprehensive and in-depth examination

We will perform a thorough and in-depth examination to identify all of the factors that may be related to your headaches and migraines. We will focus particularly on your upper cervical spine in our assessment.

2. Ligamental stability and vertebral arterial tests

In order to ensure the highest level of safety is maintained, we routinely will assess the stability of the important ligaments in your upper cervical spine, prior to any assessment or treatment.

3. Temporarily reproduce your headache and migraine symptoms

During our assessment and treatment process, we will be applying gentle and specific pressure to your upper cervical spine in order to temporarily reproduce your headache symptoms. This helps us to identify the specific cause of your headaches.

More about Cluster Headache

Episodic Cluster Headache

Cluster Headaches most commonly occur episodically. This is when sufferers experience bouts of “cluster periods” that can last for weeks or months, followed by an extended period in remission that can last up to years. They can occur seasonally or at set times each year. Episodic Cluster Headaches account for up to 80% of all Cluster Headaches

Chronic Cluster Headache

When Cluster Headaches occur without a prolonged period of remission, it is called Chronic Cluster headache. Sufferers from chronic cluster headaches often have cluster periods that will last over a year. While they may have days without attacks, the remissions will not last longer than a month.

Diagnosis– Cluster Headaches Treatment Gold Coast

How are cluster headaches diagnosed?

Cluster headaches are usually diagnosed through a comprehensive evaluation that includes your medical history, symptoms, and a physical examination. When you see the healthcare professional, they will inquire about the nature, frequency, and intensity of your headaches, as well as any family history of similar issues. They may also perform a physical examination to look for signs of neurological problems. Keeping a headache diary can be useful for tracking your symptoms, including any triggers or factors that provide relief.

While imaging tests like MRI or CT scans are not typically required, they might be ordered to exclude other potential causes. Treatment response can also help confirm the diagnosis; if medications such as triptans or oxygen therapy are effective, it supports the likelihood of cluster headaches. If you’re experiencing persistent or severe headaches, seeking prompt medical attention is essential for accurate diagnosis and proper management.

What is your clinic’s approach to treating Cluster Headaches?

Treatment for Cluster Headaches

While Cluster Headaches are very uncommon, they are still experienced in the Gold Coast region. The severity of symptoms causes sufferers to try a range of cluster headache treatments in an attempt to resolve them, with mixed results. Often, to treat cluster headaches they have tried; medications, occipital nerve stimulation, injection therapy, or even surgical interventions such as nerve blocks or blood vessel cauterisation.

At the Gold Coast Headache and Migraine Clinic, we aim to use the most modern research to find the root cause of your cluster headaches. If we can determine that a sensitised brainstem is the cause of your headaches, then we can use world-leading treatment techniques to address the faults in your neck and desensitise the brainstem.

We have seen plenty of Cluster Headache sufferers at our clinics, and have an 85-90% success rate with our treatment technique. The best part is that our treatment of cluster headaches is safe, non-invasive and medication-free.

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What our clients have said

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Sahan Amarasena

I have been seeing Sascha for about 3 weeks now. Thanks to Sascha, I have gone from 4-5 headaches a week to being headache free for over a week now. He is very knowledgeable and was quick to diagnose my problem. The treatment plan has been very clear and easy to follow at home. We have addressed all factors that are contributing to my headaches and I am confident of keeping my headaches under control thanks to the tools Sascha has taught me. Highly impressed with the team. They have been very professional, friendly and helpful throughout and been impressed with their customer service. Highly recommend these guys if you are someone who has been suffering with headache for a long time like myself.

Ana Uppman

Mattias and the staff at the clinic are wonderfully helpful and friendly. Mattias in particular helped me to manage chronic headaches and sinus effectively and naturally which has provided a huge amount of pain relief to me especially after so many years of discomfort. Thank you so much Mattias and staff.

Jesse Tamblyn

Diagnosed with Vestibular Neuritis, quickly turned into vestibular migraines of a hellish level. I was hallucinating constantly, pretty much 24/7 for a entire year. With no regular symptoms of a migraine other than extreme light sensitivity, my doctor ordered all the tests, nothing was helping.After a few sessions with Sasch I have zero symptoms and none of my previous triggers are triggering any hallucinations/migraines.Sasch is increadibly skilled at what he does and is very passionate about his clients. I am forever in a debt of gratitude.

kynan jones

I have had cluster headaches on and off for two years now and have had no clue what to do about it, I stumbled across Brisbane migraine and headache clinic, decided to give it a go and I could not be happier with the results from Mattias. My symptoms have dropped by an easy 90% and I can enjoy my days again.Thank you Mattias and thank you Brisbane migraine and headache clinic.

Carter Bennett

So far my treatment at the Headache and Migraine clinic has been very helpful. As someone who experiences migraines often enough, I can say with confidence that after only a few months of treatment with practictioner Mattias, the frequency and severity has been reduced. Still a ways to go till Im migraine free, but I can say with confidence that this very interesting form of treatment works.

ARCHANACHOWDARY NALLAPANENI

David is really wonderful and he is a magician. I've been suffering from migraine headaches for past three years after I met David, and his treatment is like a miracle. I've been on treatment for five weeks now and haven't had any headaches.Thank you heapsDavid

Rachel de Vera

Best place to overcome your headache pain. This clinic will give you treatment to make your life free from migraine.

Luke Shanley

Ariel from Brisbane Migraine & Headache clinic was the only person that actually helped with my migraines. After seeing doctors & neurologists to no avail i decided to give it a go. I'm able to see friends, nieces & nephews again and working full time. This seemed impossible just over 2 months ago when I first started treatment. Gave me my life back.

Danielle Raftopoulos

I've seen Ariel for neck, back and knee pain/ injuries in the past. She does an excellent job with releasing muscles through dry needling and acupuncture which has relieves pain. Ariel provides exercises to do at home which are helpful. I've also seen all the other physios at the clinic. Highly recommend it.

Pawan Sandhu

I was suffering with bad migraine from last 13 years. Then I heard about Brisbane headache centre. I consulted with Dominic he is very professional and nice Physio. He find out the triggers and started my treatment since i seen him first till now I haven't had any headaches. I highly recommend people if you suffering with headache and migraine please go and consult with the team.Thanks Dominic.

Brooke O'kell

I have had an amazing experience with Ariel at the clinic. I went there in horrific pain after been diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia and I was taking 12 nerve pain tablets a day. The clinic was recommended to me by a friend and I'm so glad I gave them a try because now after a couple of months I am pain free and down to one nerve tablet a day. It's hard to explain really how grateful I really am now to be spending Christmas with my family pain free after not been able to leave the house without crying in pain. I'm would give them 100 stars if I could and I've already recommended Ariel to some friends who suffer migraines. Thank you for everything Ariel your an amazing and lovely lady who really changed my life.

Cathy Biles

I have suffered from migraines for 30 years and I have found that the treatment that I am having at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic is the most effective way I’ve found in preventing a migraine. I have been having treatment with Mattias for around 4 months, and at this stage I still do get some migraines, but they are getting a lot less frequent than they were before I started having treatment. Mattias is very understanding and explains each step of the treatment very thoroughly.

Candy Beanland

Dominic is a very polite person who has helped me a great deal with my migraine headaches. I am very grateful to him.

Emma Zonca

I've had a great experience being treated by Dominic. I was recently diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia and my symptoms have now massively reduced. The care and education I have received have been excellent. All staff have been welcoming and very lovely to deal with since my first appointment. I highly recommend Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic.

Ebony Smith

I've been receiving treatment from Mattias for a little over two months now and I cannot recommend this practice enough!!!I have been struggling with Migraine headaches and terrifying aura symptoms for 10+ years and have tried absolutely everything (from medications, diets, all sorts of treatments and multiple specialist/neurologist appointments) in order to eliminate, ease or simply manage the pain.Thank you to Mattias and the wonderful team at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic for listening to my struggles with pain, understanding my issues, applying the right treatment that my body was receptive to...and most importantly.... they gave me a free jar of mints! What a DEAL!10/10 recommend.

Cassandra Guse

2 months ago debilitating migraines were driving me crazy - and I finally snapped and called this clinic after 3 years of spending most of my spare time just resting and re-habbing my head and neck between work. I started treatments with Dominic immediately. And I am amazed to report that I haven't had a migraine since! I wish I had done it years earlier.Dominic is pleasant, thorough, very knowledgeable and holistic in his advice, picking up on things which seem unrelated but were likely contributing to my headaches - and explains everything every step of the way. I can't recommend him highly enough.

Laura O'hearn

I have only been seeing Dominic from Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic for three weeks, but the change in my migraines has been dramatic. I have struggled with chronic migraines for over 20 years and I did not find daily medication helpful in controlling them. I wish I had known about Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic sooner as this has been a life-changing experience.

Paul Hewitt

There could not be too much praise for the services and results produced at this Centre .I was suffering clusters of migraines and other neck pain. Went to Doctor, more medication!Decided there has to be a better way.Googled the Headache and Migraine Centre, met with Mattias, and Helen , a few visits and the relief wassignificant . Small business could take a lesson from their efficiency as well,Admin staff are all over everything, helping you to make appointment times that suit you.If you had or having similar issues to mine..........Just go there .

Chimorne Bekker

Special thanks to Dominic for treating me at the Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic. I have had roughly 11 sessions at the clinic and have been headache & migraine free for two weeks today. This may not seem very long, but it is for someone who experiences an attack every second day. My treatment is still ongoing, but the results are already promising.I also have to mention that Dominic was the first specialist to notice that my C2-C3 cervical vertebrae were rotated/disturbed and recommended that we realign the vertebrae and desensitise my brain stem. This was a relief as specialists in the past have diagnosed me with anything from ethmoid sinusitis and occipital neuralgia to labelling it as “psychosomatic“.I would highly recommend anyone suffering from migraines/headaches to arrange a consultation with Dominic.

Megan Tilley

After about 5 weeks of constant headaches, in complete desperation I contacted BHMC and within 4 sessions with Mathias, my headaches significantly reduced in severity and duration. Highly recommended!

Leo Tang

I would highly recommend Dr. Dominic who treats my migraine issue i have suffered for more than 20 years. The receptionist Helen is kindly and helpful. Nice and professional people here

Jordan Hardy

When I first booked an appointment with BHMC I was skeptical; I was in an accident a year before and suffered chronic migraines every other day. I had been told that medication was the only way to manage them until I found Mattias who explained what I had suspected and that the migraines could be managed by therapy on the neck. After seeing Mattias for a couple months I have found huge relief from the constant severe migraines. I still get them every now and then but no where near as often as before. They’re also less intense with lower durations. Mattias is super professional, friendly and keen to help where he can. He was always happy to talk through different aspects of my pain even when I’d speculate about why I’m feeling different things (as is chronic pain sufferers do). Thank you BHMC and thank you Mattias. I’ve been able to see the light at the end of the tunnel now.

Brea Dennis

Absolutely 110% highly recommend Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic!!! I have been to many different specialists and trying all sort of different medication and was taking aspirin with panadal pretty much every day. I have been experiencing horrible headaches and all these sharp bee sting pains in and around the eyes with electric shocks around the face. I have also experienced not so pleasant neurologists who were quite rude and didn't seem to care. Doing my research, I came across these guys and the lovely Helen was such a delight over the phone and felt very welcomed. She is beautiful inside and out. I had fantastic experience with Mattias and really took the time and explained everything. Not only is he very knowledgeable and professional, but was very kind. I no longer rely on medication and can wear my favourite scents as they used to trigger pain within seconds.I will miss them as I am moving interstate but will come see them if I'm up this way.Do yourself a favour and checks these guys out :)

Rodrigo Villanueva

I have been attending this wonderful services for approximately 3 weeks now. Mattias has been providing treatment for "Cervicogenic Vertigo". After my 1st session I noticed significant improvement, something that no other health professional has been able to do for the past 3 plus years, I have seen separate neurologists, acupuncturist, equilibrium physiotherapist, many GP's, have been send to many head scans, have had cold and warm air in my ears, I have seen a ear, nose and throat specialist and everyone had failed to do what Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic did from the very first session, it is still early days to my recovery but I am very grateful for the treatment that I have so far received from Mattias and the team, I have been able to do simple things that in the past 3 years was impossible, otherwise I would have been very unwell and completely written off. I would highly recommend seeking treatment from Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic, I was wrongly diagnosed a number of times, given lots of medication and I am very much looking forward and hopefully one day with the assistance of Mattias moving forward in my recovery.

Monique Finlayson

After way too many years of dealing with migraines and shoulder pain, I decided it was appropriate to go and seek another type of natural pain treatment to eliminate my pain and medication altogether - which is exactly the outcome I have received! I started seeing Ariel for my chronic migraine treatment 2 months ago and during this time my neck and shoulder are feeling great and my migraines are basically a thing of the past (If you suffer with migraines, this relief is life changing!) Ariel was able to assess me and explain her findings very simply- yet professionally! She is dedicated and takes care and time to treat and know her patients. The reception staff are lovely and efficient and the clinic is run very promptly! I will continue to visit Ariel for treatment indefinitely and highly recommend visiting this clinic if you are experiencing severe pain and would like a chance at treating it effectively!

Jeff Patterson

Bertrand provides a unique service like no other. I’ve had every headache treatment there is but there has only ever been 1-2 types of treatments that have provided positive results. The less evasive treatment that Bertrand applies results in very fast results that last. Would highly recommend this service for anyone with chronic headaches. Bertrand’s alway friendly & welcoming which makes all appointments relaxing.

Kelly Anne

Bertrand is nothing but AMAZING! I suffered from Vestibular Migraine with strong vertigo symptoms and daily dizziness for 15 years before finding Bertrand. Proper diagnosis and treatment from him has given me the most relief ever, I am medication free, and haven’t had severe vertigo since starting treatment. I am not struggling at work like I used to and I am getting my social life back. And can even have a few alcoholic drinks on a Friday night without it bringing on an attack. I train at the gym with no fatigue for days afterwards anymore. I have my life back thanks to Bertrand. Thank you so much, what you do is fantastic. The entire team from front office staff to Bertrand are friendly and helpful.

Jenny Tate

I have been suffering from haemoplegic migraines for 50 years.Since living in Brisbane I've discovered the Migraine Clinic and Bertrand Doeuk. What a wonderful man. He started by manipulating my neck, hurt like hell but he was so gentle with soothing music playing in the background. He got me to stand straight improving my posture and before long I was standing inches taller. I go regularly and do daily exercises.Bertrand and his team are very approachable and professional, and after 50 years he is giving me and my family my life back. Thank you.

Tanya Winter

I went to see Bertrand at Brisbane Headache and Migraine clinic after 9 months of suffering with debilitating vertigo due to Vestibular Migraine. When I first saw Bertrand I couldn’t do simple daily tasks like going to the shops, unstacking the dishwasher or going for a walk due to the unsteadiness and dizziness from the vertigo. Now I can do all of those things, and have even been riding a bike and surfing. Bertrand is so professional, knowledgeable as well as being extremely caring, and is the definitely the person to see if you get migraines!

alice clarke

I was a chronic migraine sufferer for a long time, sometimes getting two in a week and often every week. These greatly inhibited my ability to live a normal, functioning life. I had tried all sorts of medications and, by the time I found the Headache and Migraine Clinic, I was quite desperate. After only about 6 sessions with Bertrand all headaches had stopped and I have lived for 4 years without experiencing a single migraine.Recently I have had a couple of migraines and so have returned to the clinic. I have complete confidence that the results will be the same as before. I cannot recommend this practice more highly.

Patrick Davey

I have had migraines for the last 23 years, some bad enough to lose my sight temporarily. I tried many types of massages, physio's and chiropractors but only got temporary relief. After seeing Bertrand for 3 months and doing upper neck migraine treatment I haven't had a migraine since, even 6 months after finishing treatment. Bertrand is a friendly guy who genuinely cares about me as a patient and is happy to explain anything about treatment I'm curious about, and knows his speciality very well. His methods are researched and verifiable, and I recommend anyone who suffers from migraines go see him.

Petah Jensen

I've been seeing Ariel for just over a couple months now and i have found this treatment to be working for me. Ariel is such a wonderful lady and always makes me feel welcome and comfortable. I highly recommend her and the clinic.

Alex Envr

For 8 years I have suffered from constant symptoms relating to vestibular migraine (as diagnosed by a specialist). For the last two years my symptoms were so severe I was unable to leave my home at all.Since commencing treatment with Bertrand at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic two months ago, the severity of my symptoms has drastically reduced. I am now at a level of functionality where I can enjoy some recreational time with my family outside of home. As I continue with my treatment plan I am optimistic I will soon have the capacity to return to full time employment.I strongly recommend anyone suffering from symptoms of migraine to consult with Bertrand at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic as a first course of action.Bertrand himself is a friendly and knowledgeable professional and I am greatly appreciative of his efforts and expertise in treating my condition. Admin staff at the Pinelands clinic are warm and welcoming which is also bonus!

Andrew Bozin

After 15 years of regular debilitating migraines and many attempts to get on top of them, I finally found Ariel at the Brisbane Headache and Migraine Centre. Within just a few months, Ariel's expertise and guidance made all the difference and I'm delighted to say I'm now migraine free. Thank you so much Ariel, I'm forever grateful! The reception staff, who are always friendly and efficient, also deserve special mention. I can't recommend the centre enough (where's the six star option Google?).

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Amanda Boechat

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Extremely good service

Sean Smith

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I have been getting treatment for a couple of weeks now from this clinic with Mattias, and although the sessions are... expensive and I was initially unsure of how success they would be, I have to say that it has been worth it there has been such a significant improvement in my headaches so far. Their techniques seem to be working and my tension headaches have almost completely gone and when I do get them they are noticeably less intense or they don’t last as long. Hoping that with continued sessions this will be the end of my headaches.read more

Christina Shrestha

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Very good service

Glen Kaminski

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Helped greatly with cluster headaches.

Roberts Štops

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Professional treatment

Lauren Newby

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Cindy Licastro

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I would recommend to anyone who suffers from migraines to give Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic a go.I have gone... from having in average a migraine a week to less than one every 2-3 months. My migraines are from a neck/ shoulder injury.My first initial appointment with practitioner Mattias McAndrew made me feel he understood my concerns/issues. Which is extremely important and worked out an unusual therapy for me! It given me a renewed interest in life. I am achieving new heights and experiences from the results of my visits.Would highly recommend.read more

Samantha

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Mattias has been fantastic! I have had debilitating migraines for years and this treatment is the only thing that has... ever helped. My migraines have almost halved since the start of treatment!read more

Keryn Masters

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Fantastic expertise and service, highly recommend, they have restored my quality of life and health. Very grateful.

Rohani Mitchell

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I have recommended this clinic to multiple people. I was experiencing daily headaches and migraines when I first came... to see Matthias, and now only get them only once or twice a month, or not at all. Very grateful.read more

Alix Low

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Had migraines almost daily. Have only had 1 migraine since seeing Jenny in October. 10/10 would recommend

Alberto Gomez

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I used to suffer from migraines at least twice a month and thanks to Piumi H. they have receded to only one per... quarter. If you suffer migraines you should try it, they will evaluate if the treatment will work for you and after 3 sessions you can start to see results.read more

Samuel Cox

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I have been seeing Dr. Woo for about 6 months now and he has been helping me manage my migraines fantastically.I used... to get on average 2 migraines a month, now I have gone 4 months with no migraines.The cause of my migraines was very quickly diagnosed and its clear the team here prioritise the goal of self management, not the reliance on medication and continuous appointments.Can recommend to anyone who suffers from Chronic Migraines, it may well be a life changer for you.read more

Rebecca Sheraton

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Very helpful. Compassionate and great at managing my condition of vestibular migraines and vertigo.

Gina Kearney

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Douglas is great. Very caring and helpful.

Rammari

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Megan Rollman

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I have been attending Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic for over a year and Mattias has really helped me. The... occurrence and severity of my migraines and aura attacks have greatly reduced. I no longer have to take days off work to recover.read more

Gayle Roberts

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Katy Pearce

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Jenny has been incredibly helpful with my neck pain and headaches.I’ve been to other physios for the same thing with... no result.Highly recommend the team here.read more

Nathan Wrench

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I've had migraines weekly for over 10 years with no real relief from any prescription medication or help from medical... practitioners, until i saw Dr Mattias. He has been an incredible help in finding the reason behind my migraines and is now in the process of fixing them.I would highly recommend giving Brisbane Migraine and Headache Clinic if you are suffering from any sort of mirgaines.read more

Lachlan Chaffey

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I would highly recommend Brisbane Headache & Migraine Clinic to anyone seeking a life free from headaches and... medication Practitioner Mattias McAndrew and the reception staff are very professional and accommodating to patient needs as I live out of Brisbane right from when I contacted them through www.brisbanemigraine.com.au and most importantly have made a huge difference to my migraines which has also made me feel like getting back into living and enjoying life. Thank you to all the team at Brisbane Headache & Migraine Clinic.read more

Sinead Prince

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I was suffering from a terrible cluster headache period and upon my very first treatment with Piumi, I haven't had a... single headache reaching the same 10/10 pain again. It's been two weeks and multiple sessions, but I have my life back already and am treating my headaches with either caffeine or aspirin. I go several days without them now and I cannot thank Piumi enough.read more

Leisa Burdette

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When I first met Piumi at the Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic I was experiencing a cocktail of god awful symptoms... like constant head pain + pressure, that included feeling dizzy, disconnected and a roaring/static sensations in the head, to the point where it made me tired and often times nauseous. I couldn't focus which made it very difficult for me to work or do day-to-day tasks. By the time I found the clinic I'd had MRI, CT's, seen Neurologists and other specialist.So you can imagine just how RELIEVED I was to find something that worked........ and worked really rather quickly. I'm so grateful to see that all my nasty symptoms have now been kicked to the curb!I'm no longer weighed down, I'm so much happier and back to working full time.And can I say......Piumi listened !! so many of the medical profession only half listened or just presumed things. Piumi just took it all in, heard all the details of MY experience and treated MY situation with individual care.I can't tell you how good it feels to be back to normal.So don't think about it... GO... try it...... you'll be as happy as I am that you did. No more pain, no more despair. Live againread more

Rebecca Agius

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From the get-go I've found the staff at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic to be really understanding and... professional. I flew from Rockhampton in search of answers after nine years of intensive tension headaches, Migraine, and nausea that have been ruling my life. After both a Neurologist and Neurosurgeon reached the end of their skill-sets and gave up on me in the past year I googled and found Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic and decided to give them a go. Piumi was very professional and compassionate for what I've been going through and she believed me when I told her that I think it's all coming from my neck. She was able to very gently recreate the pain to determine that she had found the source of the headaches. She performed a treatment on me in that first appointment and for the first time in nearly a decade, I was headache free for weeks on end, with the occasional day here and there that I needed pain relief in the weeks after that. Since there are no practitioners of the technique needed to treat my neck in my hometown, Piumi has been willing to work closely with a Physio closer to my home in between times when I can make it to Brisbane for treatment with her, for which I am truly grateful! It's no exaggeration to say that meeting Piumi and the team at Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic has changed my life infinitely for the better. Thank you so much for everything! Beck Agiusread more

Niecky

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Highly recommend! I have been seeing Piumi to work on the headaches I've been dealing with for a while and she is an... amazing and caring practitioner! It improved within the first few sessions which has helped a lot! It was good to hear the details about what's been causing my headaches and getting the proper treatment and advice.read more

Shalyn Rye

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Could not recommend this clinic or Dr. Piumi enough. For the last few years (about 4) I have suffered from painful,... chronic tension headaches & migraines affecting my vision, causing nausea and if you suffer from them you know how much they take away from your life. I have cried tears of happiness with the appreciation I have for Dr. Piumi & how she has helped me gain my life back after only 4-5 appointments! I now only have one headache maybe once a week or two that quickly finish. Which in comparison to previously, mine would last for hours, days, sometimes even a week. I could even go to sleep & wake up with the same one no matter what I tried. I exhausted all my options before coming here & I wish I went sooner! You will not regret coming here. They will change your life.read more

Mike Rowland

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Migraine suffer since I can remember, haven't had results like I have here. Mattias McAndrew out of Spring Hill has... explained things much clearer than others in the past, and the treatments make total sense and have worked fantastically so far. Massive recommend.read more

Rodney Wallis

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Absolutely astounded with the results of Piumi Herath treatment. I was having migraines on an average of one every... month for about . 20 years. Piumis manipulation treatment really produced the positive results I was looking for. No pharmacy drug has ever matched Piumi's treatment. My last migraine was in mid January. It is now mid June. On a lighter note, I have nicknamed Piumi, ASPRO.Thanks ASPRO for a job well done and relieved me of the debilitating effects of crippling migraines.read more

Candice Delofski

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Working with Piumi these last few months has been amazing.I have suffered with Migraines and incapacitating headaches... for the last 10+ years. I had started to believe that I would never work a normal week.Through weekly, then fortnightly appointments she has assisted me with learning stretches, desensitisation and minor adjustments.It’s this combo that has taken my migraines from daily, to weekly.It’s been a change that has allowed me to be consistent with my work, and to become more involved in my family.If you are interested in a non- drug relief option, I highly suggest giving this clinic a try!read more

Lisa Bird

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I have Occipital Neuralgia ( chronic pain and headaches daily). It is a very difficult condition to treat and after... multiple treatments, procedures and seeing many physiotherapists, I have finally found a clinic that has given me some relief. Some relief is huge to me. I felt an instant feeling of being in good hands following my first appointment. I saw Mattais, he was thorough, professional, knowledgeable and best of all empathetic. He was also the first professional to explain to me why i have facial pain and how to manage my tense painful jaw.I travel about 4 hrs in total to see him so he must be good. The receptionists are lovely and you are made to feel very welcome at the clinic, it's a great team environment and i am very appreciative of all their help.read more

Heather Dale

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From my first viewing of the BHMC website to my rehabilitation stage, I have been so impressed! With my background as a... Physiotherapist, I knew what I was looking for but my treatment has surpassed expectations. My goal to become migraine free now seems possible. I have been a compliant patient during my treatment program in order to maximize the outcome. From the friendly, competent administration staff using efficient systems to the amazing knowledge & skills of Mattias, this Clinic provides an essential service to migraine sufferers. I highly recommend it!read more

Christine Cansfield-Smith

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I was very impressed with the professionalism of the BHMC. Prior to my visit (and we travelled from Victoria for the... treatment) the staff were helpful and friendly. We recommend the Clinic just for the high level of customer service...even before the treatment! Piumi Herath was wonderful and very efficient. She was a delight to see each visit. I was only able to have 6 treatments over two weeks but I feel so much better already. I do believe that my migraines and headaches are on the way to being cured permanently. Thank you so much to all at BHMC!read more

Chloe White

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My life has turned around since I started to see Ariel. She was quick to located the root of my discomfort and told me... exactly how she could fix it. Flash forward 8 months and I only have to go in for maintenance appointments and have no migraines anymore. I can’t recommend her and the team at Brisbane Migraine Clinics enoughread more

Jenny

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Weekly debilitating migraines were starting to really affect my quality of life. After the very first treatment with... Ariel I felt relief and have continued to improve. Would highly recommend her as a caring, understanding and very experienced practitioner and cannot thank her enough for discovering the cause of my migraines. So grateful for the support of Ariel.read more

Joh Embrey

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Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic has been an absolute life saver for me. When I came in I was suffering from... frequent and debilitating headaches and migraines. The staff are very friendly here and Mattias the head practitioner is very good at what he does. I am now about 3 weeks headache free when previously they were daily. Highly recommend to anyone suffering from headaches. I’d also recommend the pillow as this has helped dramatically. I found it very uncomfortable at first, but now I can’t sleep without and I don’t wake up with a headache or stiff neck anymore.read more

Vicky Bautista

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I've been suffering from chronic headaches for a long time. Then we found this clinic and met Douglas. Usually my... headaches last a week, but when I started my treatments with Douglas my headaches have improved. He found what was causing my headaches and worked towards fixing it the root. I really recommend Douglas and their clinic!read more

susan grech

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Really happy to recommend the Clinic and Piumi to anyone who is experiencing migraines. My condition has really... improved in the 6 weeks I have been attending the Clinic, and Piumi is a very knowledgeable and caring practitioner.read more

Tiffany Morris

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After suffering monthly (sometimes more often) migraines for 15+ years that would keep me from school/work, I saw a... billboard and decided to try Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic.After seeing Ariel for my initial round of treatment and continue to attend once every 4/5 months, I have had 1 migraine in that time (right at the start of the treatment).Ariel is amazing and recommend her and the Brisbane Migraine Clinic very highly!read more

Hyatt Narsh

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Ariel has done wonders for my migraines and I can’t be more happy with the results! So professional and welcoming.... Recommend their services and Ariel to everyone!read more

Cheryl-lee Morgan

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My son was suffering badly with severe migraines causing nausea, vomiting and excessive pain multiple times a week. ... From the very first session he began to notice some relief. After a month of treatment he has been and remains now 4 months down the track migraine free. Can not recommend Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic and Douglas Woo enough to anyone seeking help for a long term medication free solution! Absolutely fantastic!read more

Amy Wallace

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I have had migraines for more than 10 years. Since going to the Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic, my migraines... have reduced in frequency, duration, and intensity. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. In addition to their treatment, they are also able to give you tools to help manage your migraines between appointments.read more

J.A. Montgomery

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David Appleby has a caring, gentle manner yet is knowledgeable, competent and open minded. He has a wholistic approach... in that he looks at your whole life and habits – stress, sleeping habits and position, posture, fitness, everything and I think having this multi-pronged approach to tackle serious issues like migraines and vertigo is crucial. There seems to be a lot of confusion and misinformation surrounding the whole vertigo/migraine biso. I don’t get full-blown debilitating headaches but have had the weird zigzaggy visual aura that often goes hand in hand with migraines. And I have experienced the frightening vertigo that really stopped me in my tracks. I learned from David how important one’s neck and brainstem are and several bad habits (hunching over computer, phone, and while reading) over many years can trigger or exacerbate serious issues like vertigo. He helped me to change several of my bad habits and to protect my neck at all times with a simple exercise that I now do faithfully. The first time I had a full-blown bout of vertigo I was so scared and worried it might be something I’d have to live with and part of getting old, and now I have my mojo back and know I can stay on top of my balance and health by ensuring I continue with a few basic things that David taught me. I am starting a new chapter in my life now that I am retired and I still have a lot of living to do so I am thrilled to be feeling confident that I will be able to travel, cycle, kayak, ski, dance, play pickleball, try jiujitsu and anything else that takes my fancy. Instead of slowing down and having my world become smaller and allowing fear to stop me, I know now there is a lot I can do to control and steer my own future. Thank you, David, for helping me to work out what I need to do! Every client reading this … listen to David, do your homework religiously, and be confident you can get your life back again.read more

Lori Cousland

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David is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and approachable.I had been suffering with shoulder, neck, skull,... head pain, and headaches constantly for years.Eventually I ended up in an emergency ward with vomiting, unable to communicate and walk and no vision. I spent the night in hospital with a tick from the Drs that I had suffered a migraine and good luck in the future.Pain medication hadn’t worked for years. I was exhausted physically and mentally from the daily battle of pain.Within a couple of visits of seeing David my brain-fog and daily pain dramatically decreased whilst my memory, speech, and general daily tasks and mood improved.I’ve tried many other therapies over many years.This is, by far, the only one that has worked for me.I can not recommend David any more highly.On top of that he’s just an all round nice guy.Thank you for giving me my life back.read more

Jann Osborne

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After years of trying chiropractors, acupuncture and normal physio to get rid of my headaches and fatigue, I was... finally recommended to the Brisbane Headache and Migraine Clinic. I have been seeing Matthias at Spring Hill who has done marvels! I am off the heavy medications, my fatigue has gone and any headaches are manageable and the number significantly reduced. I would highly recommend the team at BHMC.read more

amandeep Kaur

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Before I started going to this migraine clinic , I had a incredibly painful migraine. I tried so many medicines but... nothing helped . One day , I saw this migraine clinic and then I started going to there to get a treatment from Dr Douglas Woo. After some time of treatment , my migraine is reduced by a lot. I have gotten the best results from this clinic.read more

Phoebe Worth

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So glad I found this clinic - since I started seeing Mattias a couple of months ago my headaches have noticeably... reduced in both frequency and severity. Definitely recommend giving it a goread more

Travis Brousseau

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I can honestly say Mattias and the Team were great to deal with and really helped reduced the frequency and intensity... of my headaches. It was refreshing to deal with a clinic that specialises in this condition opposed to doing many other concentrations. Highly recommended.read more

Katja Charters

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Effective, personalised and caring treatment. Recommended.

Katja Charters

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Efficient, personalised and caring service!

jessica torrens

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Been seeing David for the past 4 months, going from frequent migraines and constant headaches to absolutely nothing... anymore. Highly recommend !read more

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Amanda Boechat

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Extremely good service

Sean Smith

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Christina Shrestha

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Very good service

Glen Kaminski

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Helped greatly with cluster headaches.

Roberts Štops

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Professional treatment

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Fantastic expertise and service, highly recommend, they have restored my quality of life and health. Very grateful.

Rohani Mitchell

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Alix Low

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Had migraines almost daily. Have only had 1 migraine since seeing Jenny in October. 10/10 would recommend

Alberto Gomez

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Samuel Cox

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Rebecca Sheraton

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Very helpful. Compassionate and great at managing my condition of vestibular migraines and vertigo.

Gina Kearney

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Douglas is great. Very caring and helpful.

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Jenny has been incredibly helpful with my neck pain and headaches.I’ve been to other physios for the same thing with... no result.Highly recommend the team here.read more

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Ariel has done wonders for my migraines and I can’t be more happy with the results! So professional and welcoming.... Recommend their services and Ariel to everyone!read more

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Effective, personalised and caring treatment. Recommended.

Katja Charters

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Efficient, personalised and caring service!

jessica torrens

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Been seeing David for the past 4 months, going from frequent migraines and constant headaches to absolutely nothing... anymore. Highly recommend !read more

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