Migraine – An Ancient Torment in the Modern World
Webinar 1: Theory
While migraines are frequently associated with headaches and aura, their clinical presentations vary widely. How can we recognize these patterns? How do we differentiate migraines from tension headaches or more serious conditions? In this session, we’ll explore the groundbreaking shift in our understanding of migraine pathophysiology – from a purely vascular model to a nuanced neurological perspective.
Journey with us into the brain’s hidden pathways, where we will:
- Visit the hypothalamus, a tiny but mighty hub of homeostasis
- Examine the dynamic interface between the vascular and nervous systems
- Trace the intricate network of the trigeminal nerve triggering inflammation
- Touch on mitochondrial dysfunction reducing neuronal resilience
- Explore impaired glymphatic clearance of neurotoxins
- Revisit mast cell activation amplifying the trigeminovascular response
- Unravel the cascade of neuropeptides and cytokines that drive migraine’s painful signature
By understanding these mechanisms, we’ll gain crucial insights into migraine’s clinical manifestations – and most importantly, discover strategies to both prevent and interrupt its debilitating effects.
Includes:
- Webinar Recording
- Presentation Slides
- Additional Resources
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