Beyond Headaches: Fatigue & Pain Affect Migraine Outcomes
- MigraineMind
- Nov 20, 2025
- 1 min read
Research Summary
A new study published in Pain Medicine explores how symptoms beyond headaches, such as fatigue and widespread non-cephalic pain, impact chronic migraine outcomes. Analyzing data from 704 patients, researchers found that 71.9% experienced significant non-cephalic pain, which was linked to higher pain intensity and less improvement in life interference over time. Interestingly, patients with higher initial pain intensity and fatigue saw greater reductions in pain interference. However, post-traumatic stress symptoms did not significantly influence pain. These findings highlight the importance of considering non-headache symptoms in treatment plans, suggesting that a broader approach could enhance outcomes for chronic migraine sufferers.
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.