Migraine Toolbox

This event is open to patients of the Osher Clinical Center and MassGeneral Brigham Neurology. This is a live, in-person workshop series.

Dates / Time:

Wednesdays

• November 21, 2024
• December 12, 2024
• January 9, 2025
• 5:00 PM—6:30 PM

Location: 850 Boylston St

What You’ll Learn:

Session 1: Migraine 101 - (11/21/24)

• The science behind migraine disorders.
• Identifying triggers and warning signs.
• Therapeutic breathing / meditation / stress reduction and relaxation
• Lifestyle – the role of sleep hygiene and exercise

Session 2: Those headaches may be a pain in the neck (12/12/24)

• Postural and musculoskeletal contributions to migraine

Session 3: Combined session - Nutrition and Pain Relieving Points for Migraine - (1/9/25 Session)

• Eating with Migraine: prevention, triggers and relief
• Discover craniosacral therapy and acupuressure approaches to migraine and self-treatment tools

Who Should Attend?

• Anyone experiencing the pain and disability of migraine disorders.
• Caregivers and loved ones seeking to support someone with migraine.
• Anyone interested in understanding more about migraine management.

Why Attend?

• Gain valuable insights from expert facilitators.
• Connect with others facing similar challenges.
• Empower yourself with knowledge and practical tools.

Lead Physician:

Carolyn Bernstein, MD, FAHS -

Lavine Distinguished Chair in Neurology, Brigham and Women's Hospital

Course Facilitator:

• Meredith Beaton Starr, MS, OTR/L

Guest Instructors:

• Lindsay Keach-Bronstein, RD
• Matthew Kowalski, DC
• Jie Fan-Roche, PT

Host or Publisher Osher Clinical Center