Migraine and headache sufferers from outside South Africa

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INTERNATIONAL PATIENTS


Migraine and tension headache sufferers from outside South Africa should make provision to be in Johannesburg for a minimum of two weeks (ten working days). During this period our multidisciplinary team of tension headache and migraine specialists will make a positive and Complete Diagnosis™ of the cause/s of your tension headache or migraine.

Migraine and Tension Headache Diagnosis

Our diagnostic protocol comprises:

  • Detailed History
  • Comprehensive Neurological examination
  • Consultations with Dr Shevel
  • Diagnostic tests
  • Blood tests
  • X-rays
  • Electromyography
  • Specialised 3-dimensional Computed Tomography Angiography 
  • Any other examinations that may be found necessary once a detailed history of your migraines or tension headaches has been completed.

Migraine and Tension Headache Treatment

Once the cause/s of your migraines or tension headaches have been accurately determined, an individualised treatment plan will be drawn up. Most migraine and tension headache sufferers can be helped without having to resort to the drugs commonly prescribed for migraines and tension headaches.

Migraine and tension headache sufferers from outside South Africa who are considering visiting The Headache Clinic should please click on Banish Migraines and Tension Headaches to contact Dr Shevel directly.

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