What Is Migraine Surgery?
Chronic migraines can be debilitating, causing throbbing pain for hours or even days. These attacks often come with nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. If medications and other treatments haven't provided relief, migraine surgery at Howland Plastic Surgery may be an option for you. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Nicholas K. Howland specializes in reducing migraine pain by surgically deactivating trigger points. These trigger points are areas where nerves in your head and face become compressed or irritated. By correcting the tissue around these nerves or blocking the pain signals, Dr. Howland can significantly reduce your migraine frequency and intensity. If you're interested in learning more about whether you qualify for migraine surgery, schedule a consultation at our Draper, UT practice. We can help you find lasting relief and improve your well-being.
How Is Migraine Surgery Performed?
Migraine surgery aims to relieve pressure on nerves that might be contributing to migraine pain. Dr. Howland will first need to pinpoint the specific nerve involved in your migraines. This nerve is likely compressed by surrounding tissues, like bone, muscle, or blood vessels. The surgical technique employed to accomplish this may be either endoscopic, which is less invasive and involves the use of a camera and small instruments inserted through tiny incisions, or an open surgical approach, which involves larger incisions for direct access to the affected area. This outpatient procedure usually lasts 1 – 2 hours.
What Are the Benefits of Migraine Surgery?
Migraine surgery helps those who suffer from severe and persistent migraines that have not responded well to conventional treatments. By targeting the root cause of migraine pain directly, this innovative surgical approach provides a promising alternative to lifelong medication use and the burden of chronic migraine management. Migraine surgery can be a compelling option for suitable candidates in Draper, UT with advantages, like:
- Long-term relief
- Improved quality of life
- Reduced migraine frequency
- Decreased dependency on medication
- Quick recovery
- Customized treatment
Howland Plastic Surgery Reviews
Best experience I’ve ever had with a surgeon! Dr. Howland was incredibly knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable asking all my always questions. He is by far the best plastic surgeon in Utah.
I’ve been doing post op Lymphatic Drainage for years and I see a lot of work from different doctors throughout the valley, but Dr.Howland sets the bar high! I’ve had two of your patients in the last month, each with wound vacs, drains, compression boots, etc. What you do after surgery also makes a big difference and I just love seeing a doctors work that not only looks amazing but also knowing that he’s making sure he’s giving you what you need for recovery is so refreshing. Keep being amazing! So while I’ve not personally used Dr. Howland, I can attest to the beautiful work he does and to his care and commitment to his patients. Would highly recommend.
Dr. Howland is truly an artist! He has the most amazing bedside manner, is kind and compassionate! I never thought I would pursue plastic surgery surgery and I cannot tell you how glad I am and that I ended up in his capable hands and care!
Dr. Howland is wonderful and was an absolute pleasure to work with. I consulted with another 5 star Top plastic surgeon but chose Dr. Howland because he was able to treat everything I wanted in one procedure and did an INCREDIBLE job as well as his warm disposition! I am so grateful. I always wanted a breast reduction and finally am in a size i am so happy with! They look AMAZING! He is very personable, is down to earth and has wonderful bedside manner. This is coming from a nurse! He listened to all of my concerns and took great care me. I don't typically do reviews unless I am compelled however I just had to give him the review that he deserves. These procedures are not a joke and they should be treated in kind. He was great! His staff is wonderful and responsive and there around the clock if you need them. I would recommend him 1000x over!
Dr. Howland is amazing. Just now writing long overdue review. Had breast reduction. It changed my life. He is the best at his craft.
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Navigate Toward A Future with Less Pain
If you're grappling with the debilitating effects of migraines and seeking a lasting solution, consider the advanced surgical options offered at Howland Plastic Surgery. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Nicholas K. Howland specializes in addressing the root causes of migraines through precision surgery, offering a chance for relief to those who have found little success with traditional treatments. Our practice is dedicated to enhancing your well-being and providing a significant reduction in migraine pain, aiming to improve your daily life. For a detailed evaluation and to explore how migraine surgery could benefit you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Howland and our team today at our Draper, UT practice. Let us help you move forward into a future with fewer migraines and more joyous, uninterrupted moments.