Beyond Headaches: Factors Influencing Chronic Migraine Care
- MigraineMind
- Nov 20, 2025
- 1 min read
Research Summary
A recent study published in Pain Medicine highlights the complex nature of chronic migraine beyond just headaches, emphasizing the impact of non-cephalic pain, fatigue, and post-traumatic stress disorder on treatment outcomes. Analyzing data from 704 patients, the researchers found that those experiencing widespread non-headache-related pain reported higher pain intensity and less improvement in pain interference over time. Interestingly, patients with higher initial pain intensity and fatigue levels showed greater reductions in pain interference. Although post-traumatic stress symptoms were not significantly linked to pain outcomes, the study suggests that broader clinical factors should be considered to improve treatment responses in chronic migraine care.
Study Details
👥 Research Team: Sturgeon JA et al.
📚 Published In: Pain Med
📅 Publication Date: 2025 Nov 19
⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: This summary is generated automatically from recent migraine research. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical advice.