What Is a Migraine?
A migraine is an intense, throbbing headache typically felt on one side of the head. This pain may be intracranial, resulting from irritation of the meninges (the brain’s protective layers), or extracranial, arising from dysfunction in external structures like muscles, nasal passages, or visual systems.
Common Causes of Migraines
Migraines can be triggered by a variety of internal and external factors, including:
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Hormonal changes, especially in women
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Alcohol consumption
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Bright lights and strong smells (e.g., perfumes or smoke)
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Stress
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Certain medications, such as oral contraceptives or vasodilators
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Sleep disturbances, whether too much or too little
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Diets high in salty or processed foods
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Fasting or skipping meals
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Weather changes, especially shifts in air pressure
Symptoms of Migraines
Migraines often include a variety of neurological and systemic symptoms, such as:
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Visual disturbances or temporary vision loss
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Mood changes
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Tingling or numbness in limbs
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Auditory hallucinations
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Muscle jerking or rhythmic movements
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Neck stiffness
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Food cravings and increased thirst
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Constipation
When Do Migraines Occur?
Migraines can begin in childhood and often continue through adolescence into adulthood. They are experienced across all age groups.
Prolotherapy: A Natural Treatment for Migraines
Prolotherapy is a regenerative injection treatment designed to relieve pain and inflammation by stimulating the body’s natural healing mechanisms. At Venturis Chiropractic and Acupuncture in Oklahoma City, Dr. Alvin Philipose—who has over 20 years of experience—has successfully used prolotherapy to help patients from around the world manage chronic migraines.
How Does Prolotherapy Work?
Prolotherapy involves injecting a natural solution—typically containing vitamins, minerals, local anesthetics, dextrose, and sometimes ozone—into the affected tissues. This stimulates repair of damaged ligaments, tendons, and fascia, which are often weakened in migraine sufferers.
Types of Prolotherapy Used for Migraines
1. Dextrose Prolotherapy
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Heals stretched or damaged ligaments that contribute to cranial instability
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Improves blood flow and reduces vascular constriction
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Stimulates tissue regeneration, restoring strength to cervical and cranial structures
2. Collagen-Stimulating Prolotherapy
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Encourages the body to produce collagen, helping to repair weakened or torn tissues
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Restores structural integrity to head and neck muscles, ligaments, and joints
3. Prolozone Therapy (Ozone Prolotherapy)
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Combines prolotherapy with medical-grade ozone gas and anti-inflammatory nutrients
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Increases oxygen utilization in damaged tissues
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Reduces inflammation by suppressing cytokines like interleukins and substance P
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Promotes vascular regeneration, leading to improved blood flow and rapid healing
Initial injections may cause mild discomfort, but 80%–90% of patients report pain relief within minutes to hours, with lasting results after a series of treatments.
Why Prolotherapy Is Better Than Surgery or Medication
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Less expensive and less invasive than surgery
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Faster results compared to medications that often offer only temporary relief
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Minimizes side effects, unlike many anti-inflammatory drugs which can worsen inflammation over time
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Strengthens the head and neck joints, preventing further degeneration
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Supports natural healing, not just symptom suppression
Is Prolotherapy Right for You?
If you’re suffering from chronic migraines and haven’t found lasting relief with traditional treatments, prolotherapy—especially Prolozone therapy—may be the breakthrough you need. It addresses not just symptoms, but the underlying structural and inflammatory issues causing your migraines.
Call Dr. Alvin Philipose at 405-848-7246 to schedule a consultation and find out if prolotherapy is right for you.