New Treatment Approaches
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Innovations in Migraine Treatment
CGRP Inhibitors
The most important development in recent years. CGRP (calcitonin gene-related peptide) is a substance that increases during migraine attacks. These drugs block CGRP or its receptor:
- As monthly or quarterly injections
- Orally (gepants)
- Particularly effective for chronic migraine
Neuromodulation Devices
- Transcutaneous supraorbital stimulation (Cefaly): Nerve stimulation via forehead band
- Vagus nerve stimulation (gammaCore): Stimulation of the vagus nerve in the neck
- Can be preferred as a drug-free alternative
Digital Therapies
- Mobile app-based CBT programs
- Biofeedback devices
- AI-assisted attack prediction
Important
Treatment decisions should always be made together with your doctor. Finding the right treatment may take time, be patient.