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Interventional procedures like nerve blocks and onabotulinumtoxinA offer new hope for episodic migraine patients unresponsive to traditional treatments. These methods provide additional therapeutic options when medications fail or are contraindicated.

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  • Pain Management

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  • Migraine is a prevalent neurological disorder.
  • Medications are effective for many, but some patients lack response or have contraindications.
  • Alternative treatments are needed for refractory episodic migraine cases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review interventional procedures for episodic migraine.
  • To detail technical aspects, mechanisms of action, and efficacy data of these interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of interventional procedures for episodic migraine.
  • Evaluation of studies on peripheral nerve blocks and onabotulinumtoxinA.

Main Results:

  • Peripheral nerve blocks and onabotulinumtoxinA show promise for select episodic migraine patients.
  • These interventions can benefit patients with medication failure or contraindications.

Conclusions:

  • Interventional procedures represent valuable adjuncts for managing episodic migraine.
  • Further research may solidify the role of these interventions in a comprehensive migraine treatment strategy.