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The Keeler Migraine Method: A Groundbreaking, Individualized Treatment Program from the Renowned Headache Clinic
A revolutionary and scientifically backed prevention and rescue treatment plan for migraine attacks .
More than 30 million people suffer from debilitating headaches. Yet our understanding of the science behind migraines is still in its in-fancy. At the Keeler Center for the Study of Headache, Dr. Robert Cowan and his team of specialists conduct some of the most cutting-edge research in the field. Their treatment program, which combines the latest alternative and conventional therapy strategies, has helped thousands of sufferers manage their symptoms effectively and regain control of their lives.
As Dr. Cowan explains, each patient presents unique sets of triggers and pain patterns and requires a customized treatment approach. The Keeler method helps migraine sufferers identify their own headache triggers and then create an individualized formula for dramatically decreasing the frequency and severity of these attacks. It also illustrates how to design a foolproof, reliable ?rescue? plan when necessary, and offers surprising information, such
· Why elimination diets and ?foods to avoid? lists may not work
· Why frequently prescribed medications can actually make a headache worse
· Why many headache treatments stop working over Time
With a step-by-step program and expert advice throughout, The Keeler Migraine Method will be the most comprehensive guide to migraine management in the bookstore.
More than 30 million people suffer from debilitating headaches. Yet our understanding of the science behind migraines is still in its in-fancy. At the Keeler Center for the Study of Headache, Dr. Robert Cowan and his team of specialists conduct some of the most cutting-edge research in the field. Their treatment program, which combines the latest alternative and conventional therapy strategies, has helped thousands of sufferers manage their symptoms effectively and regain control of their lives.
As Dr. Cowan explains, each patient presents unique sets of triggers and pain patterns and requires a customized treatment approach. The Keeler method helps migraine sufferers identify their own headache triggers and then create an individualized formula for dramatically decreasing the frequency and severity of these attacks. It also illustrates how to design a foolproof, reliable ?rescue? plan when necessary, and offers surprising information, such
· Why elimination diets and ?foods to avoid? lists may not work
· Why frequently prescribed medications can actually make a headache worse
· Why many headache treatments stop working over Time
With a step-by-step program and expert advice throughout, The Keeler Migraine Method will be the most comprehensive guide to migraine management in the bookstore.
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416 pages, Paperback
First published November 13, 2008
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July 1, 2011
This one is perhaps the best migraine book I have read. For migraine sufferers, The Keeler Migraine Method provides the most up-to-date migraine science available in understandable language. It is unbelievably thorough--with perhaps the best explanation of triptan drug differences put forth by any doctor. Finally, Dr. Cowan makes the migraneur feel a part of a community of sufferers, and puts him on a path toward a better life. He himself is a migraine sufferer, and writes with an endearing, self-depricating wit. This is my current migraine bible!
Fyi... his method involves a lot of abortive medication. Dr. Buchholz (Heal Your Headache) argues vehemently to the contrary. It really helped me get a well-rounded opinion on abortives and their potential rebound by reading both books.
Fyi... his method involves a lot of abortive medication. Dr. Buchholz (Heal Your Headache) argues vehemently to the contrary. It really helped me get a well-rounded opinion on abortives and their potential rebound by reading both books.
March 23, 2015
Definitely some good stuff to get out of this book, but nothing so revolutionary. I've read pretty much all the same information in various other books, but this does have a good plan to follow and back up methods, as well as some prevention ideas. Overall, it's solid. I'll be using the sleep pattern method of prevention and starting on some magnesium again after reading this one.
November 1, 2013
The most comprehensive book on migraines I've read. I've never felt so understood regarding this chronic illness that I've battled for more than 30 years.
July 9, 2015
Genuinely revelatory read for me, and I hope for my future with migraine. Lots of new understandings and ideas about how to improve my prevention/avoidance/rescue plans.
December 23, 2020
Good read for anyone who wants to understand their migraines better
Dr Cowan takes this usually neglected subject and weaves a powerful story of living and dealing with migraines - being a migraineur himself. He shows how you can live with migraines (and still have a goos life) using the three step process of lifestyle modification, prevention and rescue. He describes how you can create a support structure using your doctor and your family.
Dr Cowan takes this usually neglected subject and weaves a powerful story of living and dealing with migraines - being a migraineur himself. He shows how you can live with migraines (and still have a goos life) using the three step process of lifestyle modification, prevention and rescue. He describes how you can create a support structure using your doctor and your family.
July 5, 2023
Was hoping for more explanations of migraine causes but it just seems to come down to "anything - just pay attention to yourself/ your own triggers." Well OK then.
The only reason I gave it 3 stars not 2 is because it has REALLY clear critical comparisons of the chemical constitution and effect of various migraine medicines which I've never seen elsewhere.
The only reason I gave it 3 stars not 2 is because it has REALLY clear critical comparisons of the chemical constitution and effect of various migraine medicines which I've never seen elsewhere.
September 30, 2018
This is an indispensable reference book for any migraineur.
May 2, 2019
Invaluable information.
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