The Headache Doctor Podcast

Even after trying medication, lifestyle changes, and other “research-backed treatments” for migraine symptoms, does nothing feel like it’s really solving the issue? The Headache Doctor Podcast is on a mission to provide education and empower everyone with headaches and migraines to break FREE from a life of fear and dependence so that they can THRIVE in everything they do. Dr. Taves, founder of the podcast and owner of Novera: Headache Center believes you deserve to feel in control of your health again — with more symptom-free days and less worry over when the next migraine will hit. Physical therapy for the neck at his clinic has decreased headache and migraine symptoms for hundreds of people. Each week he dives into a topic related to headaches and migraines, or interviews experts to help you be informed as you manage your headaches and migraines. Hit “subscribe” to be the first to know about new episodes! P.

The Headache Doctor Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Jonathan Taves, with 311 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dr. Jonathan Taves hosts The Headache Doctor Podcast, a health show with 311 episodes published.

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  Episode #286

  Daily Headaches: Why They Start, Why They Stick Around & How to Break the Cycle

  Sep 28, 202621 minS1

  Do you have a headache every day that never seems to fully go away? It may feel like it started out of nowhere—but there may have been signs building long before your headaches became constant. In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why daily headaches start, why they can become so persistent, and what it takes to begin breaking the cycle. He breaks down how occasional headaches or migraines can progress into daily pain and explores factors that may push the system past its threshold—including neck, jaw, and shoulder dysfunction, stress, poor sleep, illness, inflammation, and changes in general health. You'll also learn about central sensitization —when the brain becomes increasingly sensitive to pain signals—and why recovering from long-standing daily headaches often requires addressing both the underlying source of pain and the brain's heightened response to it. Dr. Taves also discusses the role of medication, lifestyle, movement, sleep, nutrition, stress, and why a comprehensive plan may be necessary when headaches have been present for months or years. Get your questions about daily headaches and chronic migraines answered inside our FREE Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about Novera: Headache Center

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  Episode #285

  Occipital or Trigeminal Neuralgia: Nerve Problem or Neck Problem?

  Sep 21, 202622 minS1

  Sharp, burning, stabbing, or electrical pain in the back of your head, scalp, or behind your eye may lead to a diagnosis of occipital neuralgia or trigeminal neuralgia . But does that mean the nerve itself is the underlying problem? In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains how to tell whether your symptoms may involve more than the nerve—and why your neck could be an important part of the picture. He breaks down the anatomy behind occipital and trigeminal nerve pain, referred pain, and the trigeminal cervical complex. He also shares clues that may point toward neck involvement, including restricted neck movement, symptoms triggered by posture or prolonged sitting, tenderness at the base of the skull, and pain that begins in the neck and travels upward. You’ll also learn why Dr. Taves cautions against assuming that relief from a nerve block, injection, medication, or ablation proves the nerve itself was the original source of the problem—and what he recommends looking at instead. Plus, in Ask the Headache Doctor , Dr. Taves responds to people who spent years trying to get providers to recognize the connection between their neck pain and headaches or migraines. Get your questions about occipital neuralgia, trigeminal neuralgia, and neck-related headaches answered inside our FREE Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about Novera: Headache Center

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  Episode #284

  Vestibular Migraine: Why the Real Cause Is Often Missed

  Sep 14, 202620 minS1

  If you’ve been diagnosed with vestibular migraine—or you live with ongoing dizziness, vertigo, or that constant “on a ship” feeling—there may be an important part of the picture that hasn’t been fully evaluated. In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why our healthcare system can miss the underlying cause of vestibular migraine—and what to look for instead. He breaks down the three systems your brain relies on for balance and orientation : The visual system The vestibular system The neck and proprioceptive system While the inner ear is often evaluated thoroughly, and vision is sometimes considered, Dr. Taves explains why neck function is frequently overlooked —even though your brain depends on information from the neck to understand where your head and body are in space. You’ll also learn: How BPPV differs from other types of dizziness Why visual coordination matters How neck tension and altered proprioception may contribute to dizziness Why vestibular migraine is often multifactorial What to look for when testing has not given you a clear answer Plus, in Ask the Headache Doctor , Dr. Taves answers questions about food triggers and migraine threshold, and explains how Novera’s neck treatment approach differs from chiropractic manipulation. Get your questions about vestibular migraine, dizziness, and neck-related headaches answered inside our FREE Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about Novera: Headache Center

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  Episode #283

  Chronic Pain? 4 Root Causes You May Be Missing

  Sep 7, 202628 minS1

  What if chronic pain isn't simply something to silence—but a message your body is trying to send? In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves sits down with Leigh Brandon , author of Beyond the Pain , functional medicine provider, manual therapist, and C.H.E.K practitioner, to explore why some people remain stuck in chronic pain despite medications, injections, exercises, or even surgery. Leigh breaks chronic pain down into four potential root-cause categories : Structural and biomechanical problems Metabolic factors like nutrition, digestion, hormones, and inflammation Nervous system dysregulation and sensitization Emotional factors and trauma They also discuss why pain can be protective rather than simply harmful, how the nervous system can remain hypersensitive after an injury has healed, and practical ways to start identifying patterns behind your own symptoms. If you've been in pain for years and feel like you've already tried everything, this conversation offers a different framework for understanding what your body may be telling you. Get your questions about chronic pain, headaches, migraines, and finding the root cause answered inside our FREE Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about Novera: Headache Center

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  Episode #282

  Migraine With Aura vs. Without Aura: Are You Focusing on the Wrong Thing?

  Aug 31, 202629 minS1

  What does it actually mean if you have migraine with aura vs. migraine without aura—and should that distinction determine how you approach treatment? In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why visual disturbances, light and sound sensitivity, numbness, and other neurological symptoms can feel alarming, but focusing entirely on those symptoms may keep you from asking a more important question: What's making the system so sensitive in the first place? You'll learn: What migraine aura can look and feel like Why some people experience aura without significant head pain How the trigeminal cervical complex processes signals from the head, face, and neck Why migraine symptoms can vary dramatically from person to person How the jaw, occipital nerves, and upper neck may contribute to the pain pathway Why chasing individual symptoms can lead to a cycle of trigger avoidance and symptom management Plus, in Ask the Headache Doctor, Dr. Taves answers questions about treating the upper neck with cervical instability and why Botox may work for migraines for years before seemingly stopping. Get your questions about migraine with aura, unusual migraine symptoms, neck-related headaches, and finding the root cause answered inside our FREE Virtual Headache & Migraine Community: https://www.skool.com/headache-freedom/about Novera: Headache Center

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