The AAO Journal, 2015/12, 25(3):23-30, type of study: ,cr,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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Keywords:

headache [164]
migraine [69]
cranio-sacral osteopathy [231]
fascial distortion echniques [1]
case report [736]

Abstract:

Migraine headaches are a common condition, affecting 37 million people in the United States according to the National Headache Foundation.1 Traditional treatments for patients with migraines include pharmacotherapy, physical therapy and acupuncture. In this case, a 27-year-old female patient who reported experiencing chronic migraine for 3 years had not responded to standard pharmacotherapy that consisted of escitalopram, amitriptyline, topiramate, and sumatriptan. Magnetic resonance imaging and a neurology workup revealed no abnormalities or potential etiologies. After receiving treatment based on osteopathic cranial manipulative medicine (OCMM) and the fascial distortion model (FDM), the patient reported immediate pain relief, as well as decreased frequency and severity of headaches. The complementary application of OCMM and FDM is a new concept. The fascial tensegrity change brought about through FDM improves the chances of success with cranial treatments and vice versa. Combining these 2 approaches can be an effective treatment option for patients with chronic headache, which can have a profound impact on quality of life.