The Headache Institute
Specialized headache and migraine care — right here in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Headache Conditions We Treat
- Migraine (with and without aura)
- Chronic Daily Headache
- Cluster Headache
- Tension-Type Headache
- Post-Traumatic Headache
- Cervicogenic Headache
- Medication Overuse Headache (Rebound)
- Vestibular Migraine
- Hemiplegic Migraine
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- New Daily Persistent Headache
A Comprehensive, Personalized Approach
Headache is one of the most complex conditions in medicine — and one of the most undertreated. At The Headache Institute, we take a comprehensive approach that addresses both the frequency and severity of your headaches, as well as the underlying triggers and contributing factors.
Preventive Treatments
- CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies (Aimovig, Ajovy, Emgality, Vyepti infusion)
- Topiramate, Valproate, Beta-blockers, Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox) for Chronic Migraine
- Gepants (Qulipta, Nurtec ODT)
Acute/Abortive Treatments
- Triptans (sumatriptan, rizatriptan, and others)
- Ditans (Reyvow)
- Gepants (Ubrelvy, Nurtec ODT)
- NSAIDs and combination therapies
Interventional Procedures
- Occipital Nerve Blocks
- Trigger Point Injections
- Sphenopalatine Ganglion (SPG) Block
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your initial headache consultation typically lasts 60 minutes and includes:
- Detailed history review — We’ll discuss your headache patterns, triggers, past treatments, and how headaches affect your daily life.
- Neurological examination — A focused exam to evaluate your symptoms and rule out secondary causes.
- Personalized treatment plan — Based on your diagnosis, we’ll outline a step-by-step care plan that may include preventive therapy, acute rescue options, and lifestyle modifications.
- Diagnostic imaging if needed — We’ll order MRI or other studies if clinically indicated.
Why See a Headache Specialist?
Many headache sufferers spend years cycling through primary care providers, emergency rooms, and urgent care centers without lasting relief. A headache specialist brings dedicated training, access to the latest FDA-approved therapies, and the time to truly understand your headache history.
When it comes to headache care, you deserve a specialist.
Stop Living with Headaches
Relief is possible. Schedule a consultation with our headache specialist today.