Hand-held Magnetic Device Eases Migraines
Experimental treatment tool is found to alleviate symptoms of headache with aura
Posted June 26, 2008
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Still, the key to helping the majority of people who get frequent migraines may be to determine whether these devices are helpful in preventing the headaches—rather than treating them after they've already begun. "In terms of helping a large number of patients with headaches, preventing headaches to begin with would have a greater impact on the patient population," Pascual-Leone says.
It will most likely be at least six months before the new magnetic device hits the market—if Neuralieve's bid for FDA approval is successful. So for now, migraine sufferers should stick with currently available options that work for them. Here's a sampling of options.
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