Headaches and migraines are among the most common pain conditions — and some of the most disruptive to daily life. At Innovative Pain and Wellness (IPW), our board-certified physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating headache disorders with safe, effective, and minimally invasive therapies. Whether you experience occasional tension headaches, chronic migraines, or post-injury headaches, our goal is to help you find lasting relief and restore your quality of life.

Understanding Headaches & Migraines

While nearly everyone experiences headaches, chronic or severe head pain can indicate an underlying condition. Headaches can feel dull, throbbing, or pressure-like, while migraines often cause intense pain, light/sound sensitivity, nausea, and even visual disturbances. Triggers may include stress, poor posture, dehydration, hormonal changes, or nerve irritation in the neck and spine. Accurate diagnosis is key to successful treatment.

Common Conditions We Treat

At IPW, we provide treatment for a wide range of headache and migraine conditions, including:

• Migraine Headaches – Severe, recurring headaches often accompanied by nausea, light/sound sensitivity, and visual auras.

• Tension Headaches – The most common type of headache, usually caused by stress or muscle strain, resulting in pressure across the forehead or back of the head.

• Post-Whiplash Headache – Headaches that develop after a neck injury, often related to whiplash or trauma.

• Cervicogenic Headache – Headaches originating from issues in the cervical spine (neck), often due to nerve compression or joint dysfunction.

• Cluster Headaches – Intense, recurring headaches typically centered around one eye, often occurring in cycles.

• Muscle Strain (Trapezius/Upper Back) – Tight muscles in the neck and shoulders can contribute to chronic headaches.

• Cervical Radiculopathy (Pinched Nerve in the Neck) – Irritated nerves in the cervical spine that cause radiating pain into the arms.

Advanced Treatment Options

Our providers specialize in non-surgical, interventional treatments that target the source of your pain. Depending on your diagnosis, your plan may include:

• Occipital Nerve Blocks – Target irritated nerves at the base of the skull to relieve migraines and cervicogenic headaches.

• Trigger Point Injections – Release tight muscles in the neck and shoulders that may contribute to headaches.

• Cervical Epidural Steroid Injections – Reduce nerve inflammation in the cervical spine to ease pain radiating to the head.

• Medial Branch Blocks & Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) – Provide diagnostic and long-lasting relief for headaches caused by facet joint irritation in the neck.

• Botox® for Chronic Migraines – FDA-approved therapy that reduces the frequency and severity of migraine attacks.

• Lifestyle & Rehab Guidance – Includes posture correction, stress management, and physical therapy to prevent recurrences.