Migraines

When migraine relief is no longer possible with oral medications, you can rely on the personalized treatment plans available at Bioinfusion Center. In addition to treating active migraine symptoms, Cindy Crosby, MSN, FNP, CCRN, CRNI, offers intravenous (IV) infusion therapies to prevent migraines from coming back. The team also specializes in IV hydration, vitamin therapies, and other infusion services to help you bounce back from a migraine attack. Call Farmington Hills, Michigan, today to learn how infusion therapy can help you manage migraines. You can also book a consultation online.

What causes migraines?

A migraine is a neurological condition that causes severe, throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head. The intensity of pain can also trigger nausea, vomiting, and increased sensitivity to sound and light.

The underlying cause of migraines isn’t clear, but your genetic background, environment, and brain chemistry play a role.  There are known triggers that contribute to migraine headaches, including:

• Stress
• Weather changes
• Hormone fluctuations
• Too much or too little sleep
• Alcohol and caffeinated drinks
• Intense physical activity
• Certain foods and medications
• Strong smells and flashing lights 

Bioinfusion Center provides IV infusion therapy for adults who can’t find migraine relief with pain relievers and other oral medications.

The experienced infusion team provides customized infusion therapies to ease existing symptoms and prevent recurrent migraine attacks.

When should I seek medical attention for migraines?

Schedule a medical evaluation with your primary care provider if you develop migraine symptoms that you can’t manage with rest and over-the-counter medications. These symptoms can include:

• Throbbing or pulsing head pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Vision changes
• Flashes of light or other visual disturbances
• Increased sensitivity to sounds, lights, and smells

You can meet with the team at Bioinfusion Center if you have a history of migraines that aren’t manageable with traditional medications or if you need treatment for chronic migraines (15 or more migraines in a month).

The infusion specialists complete a physical exam and may order bloodwork or other tests to rule out underlying health issues that contribute to head pain. They also review your current migraine treatment plan to determine if you’re a candidate for IV infusion therapy.

How effective is IV infusion therapy for migraines?

Bioinfusion Center offers several migraine medications to relieve existing head pain and minimize the frequency of chronic migraines.

The team administers the medications directly into your bloodstream through an IV line. This method bypasses the digestive processes that limit how much medicine your body absorbs, ensuring faster pain relief.

The medical team determines which medicine is appropriate for your treatment based on the severity of your symptoms, frequency of migraines, and medical history.

You might also benefit from IV hydration therapy and vitamin infusions if you experience moderate to severe nausea, vomiting, and dehydration.

Call Bioinfusion Center today to schedule a migraine consultation or book an appointment online.