Online Workshop on Migraine Treatment by Neurologist Dr Rahul Chawla

Migraine: More Than Just a Headache

A lot of people think migraine is “just a headache.” But when the head starts hurting after skipping a meal, when the pain gradually builds up by evening, when there is sensitivity to light or noise, when phone screens become difficult to tolerate, or when nausea occurs without any clear reason, this is not a normal headache.

What Is Migraine?

Migraine is a neurological disorder. It involves abnormal processing of pain in the brain and altered responses of the nervous system to routine triggers. It affects daily functioning and work performance and, if not managed properly, can become chronic. In rare situations, migraine can be associated with neurological complications such as weakness. Common triggers include irregular meals, disturbed sleep, dehydration, excess caffeine, prolonged screen exposure, and changes in daily routine.

Why Lifestyle Matters in Migraine Management

Small but consistent lifestyle changes reduce both the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. For many patients, recognising their own headache pattern is the starting point for control.

Maintaining regular sleep timings is important, as both sleep deprivation and oversleeping can trigger migraine. Eating meals on time and avoiding long gaps or fasting helps prevent attacks because low blood sugar is a frequent trigger. Adequate hydration through the day is necessary, especially in patients who develop dull or evening headaches. Caffeine intake should be reduced gradually rather than used daily for pain relief. Screen time, posture, and eye strain often contribute to worsening headaches by evening and need attention. Maintaining a headache diary helps document onset, duration, triggers, associated symptoms, and response to treatment. Identifying individual triggers such as stress, specific foods, hormonal changes, weather variation, or disruption of routine and learning how to plan around them plays a central role in long-term migraine control.

Are Medicines Always Required?

Medicines are important and necessary for many patients, but they are not the only component of treatment. Lifestyle correction is not an alternative therapy. It is a guideline-supported and evidence-based part of migraine management. Migraine varies from person to person. What helps one patient may not help another. Long-term control depends on identifying personal triggers and combining lifestyle measures with medication when needed.

What Will Be Covered in This Migraine Workshop?

This workshop is designed to help patients understand how migraine differs from other headache disorders and why headaches often worsen when basic triggers are ignored. The session will discuss common mistakes such as frequent painkiller use, irregular routines, and delayed treatment. It will explain when investigations are needed, when preventive medicines are indicated, and when they are not. Participants will learn how to maintain a practical headache diary, identify personal triggers, and make realistic changes that fit into daily life. Warning symptoms that need urgent medical attention will also be discussed. The focus is on helping patients make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary long-term complications.

Thanks to social media, so much of misinformation is being spread by the health influencers in the name of migraine hacks that it has become difficult for people to trust any health information availaible online. 

Healthpil brings to you an online webinar on Migraine Management by Dr Rahul Chawla, Neurologist and Foudner, healthpil.com

In this Migraine Management workshop, we will discuss what actually works for migraine headache (techniques and tricks which are scientifically backed) and why they work, and how to figure out your own triggers, patterns, and long-term plan for preventing migraine atacks. 

The idea is to make migraine management feel less confusing and more doable in daily life.

If you are suffering from migraine and like to join in —please register yourself for the workshop or send it to someone you know who suffers from migraine.

Webinar fees: Rs 500 ( only for first 10 participants, therafter Rs 1000 per person).

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About Dr Rahul Chawla

Dr Rahul Chawla is a Neurologist trained at AIIMS Delhi, presently working as consultant Neurologist at IBS Hospital Delhi. He has extensive clinical experience in treating migraine, chronic headache disorders, and other neurological conditions. His approach emphasises accurate diagnosis, patient education, and long-term disease control rather than repeated short-term symptom relief. 

FAQs

Is migraine a neurological disorder?
Yes. Migraine is a neurological condition involving altered pain processing in the brain.

Can migraine be controlled without daily medication?
Many patients achieve good control with lifestyle measures and trigger management, though some require medication.

How is migraine different from a routine headache?
Migraine is often associated with nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, worsening with activity, and identifiable triggers.

Why is a headache diary useful?
It helps identify patterns and triggers, which improves long-term management.

Is this workshop a substitute for medical consultation?
No. It is meant to improve understanding and support better discussions with the treating doctor.