Everyone experiences headaches from time to time — but when pain becomes frequent, intense, or disabling, it may be more than “just a headache.” Migraines are a specific type of headache disorder that can interfere with daily life, work, and sleep.

At 14 Street Medical Arts, our neurology and internal medicine specialists provide advanced testing and treatment to identify the underlying cause of your headaches and create a personalized plan for long-term relief.

Understanding Headaches

A headache is pain or pressure anywhere in the head, scalp, or neck. The most common types are:

• Tension headaches: Dull, aching pain or tightness around the forehead or back of the head. Often caused by stress, fatigue, or posture.

• Sinus headaches: Pressure and pain around the eyes, cheeks, or forehead due to sinus congestion or infection.

• Cluster headaches: Severe pain on one side of the head, often behind one eye, occurring in cyclical patterns or “clusters.”

Most headaches are temporary and respond well to rest, hydration, and over-the-counter medication. However, frequent or severe headaches may need medical evaluation to rule out underlying issues such as neurological, vascular, or hormonal causes.

What Makes a Migraine Different

A migraine is more than a headache — it’s a complex neurological condition. Migraines often cause throbbing or pulsating pain, usually on one side of the head, and may last from several hours to a few days.

Common migraine symptoms include:

• Nausea or vomiting

• Sensitivity to light and sound

• Visual disturbances (flashes, zigzag lines, or blind spots known as “aura”)

• Fatigue or dizziness

• Pain worsened by physical activity

Migraines can be triggered by stress, hormonal changes, certain foods, dehydration, sleep disruption, or weather changes.

Diagnosing the Cause of Headaches and Migraines

At 14 Street Medical Arts, we offer comprehensive evaluation and testing to find the cause of your headaches or migraines.

Our diagnostic procedures may include:

• Neurological examination: To assess nerve and brain function.

• Imaging tests: Such as CT scan or MRI of the brain to rule out structural causes like aneurysms, tumors, or sinus disease.

• Blood tests: To check for hormonal imbalance, vitamin deficiencies, or inflammation.

• Vascular studies: To assess blood flow and rule out circulatory causes of head pain.

Identifying the root cause helps our doctors determine whether your headaches are related to migraine, tension, sinus, or another condition that requires targeted treatment.

Migraine and Headache Treatment at 14 Street Medical Arts

Our physicians develop a personalized treatment plan for each patient, focusing on both symptom relief and prevention.

Treatment options may include:

• Medication therapy: To stop migraines early or prevent future attacks.

• Nerve block injections: Performed on-site for patients with chronic migraine or severe headache pain.

• Botox for chronic migraines: FDA-approved treatment that reduces frequency and intensity of migraines.

• Lifestyle and nutrition counseling: To help identify triggers and reduce recurrence.

• Stress management and sleep optimization: To control contributing factors.

With access to on-site diagnostics, neurology consultations, and advanced treatment procedures, 14 Street Medical Arts provides comprehensive care for patients suffering from chronic headaches or migraines.

When to See a Doctor for Headaches

You should seek medical attention if you experience:

• Headaches occurring more than twice a week

• Pain that is severe, throbbing, or one-sided

• Vision changes or sensitivity to light

• Nausea, vomiting, or weakness

• Sudden onset of the “worst headache of your life”

• Headache after a head injury or with confusion or fainting

Prompt evaluation ensures that serious causes are ruled out and that effective treatment begins as soon as possible.

Why Choose 14 Street Medical Arts

At 14 Street Medical Arts, we combine advanced neurological diagnostics, imaging services, and innovative migraine treatments — all under one roof.

Our patients benefit from:

• On-site CT and MRI imaging

• Neurology consultations and nerve block procedures

• Botox injections for chronic migraines

• Personalized medication management

• Multispecialty collaboration between internal medicine, neurology, and ENT physicians

• Acceptance of most major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, EmblemHealth, Fidelis, Healthfirst, Medicare, and Medicaid

Our mission is to deliver fast, accurate diagnosis and lasting relief — helping you return to a pain-free, productive life.

Take Control of Your Headache Health Today

Don’t let migraines or chronic headaches take over your life. The team at 14 Street Medical Arts can help you find answers and lasting relief.

Call today or book your appointment online to schedule a neurology consultation or headache evaluation.

14 Street Medical Arts — Comprehensive Care for Your Head, Mind, and Health.