Interventional & Vascular
SPG Block for Migraine
Migraines and Chronic Headaches
The SPG block – sphenopalatine ganglion block – has shown significant results in the treatment of migraines and chronic headaches. The simple procedure is designed to deliver medicine to the nasal cavities and can be used to directly provide blocking medication without needles or unwanted side effects. This migraine treatment is effective in providing immediate and long-term headache and pain relief.
Symptoms
Symptoms
You may be a good candidate for an SPG block if you have headache or facial pain that is not responding to other treatments.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis
This procedure can work for all types of migraines and for most types of headache pain — from cluster headaches to trigeminal neuralgia to atypical facial pain and more.
Treatment
Treatment
This treatment uses image guidance to place medication on the sphenopalatine ganglion. In as little as a few minutes, the new SphenoCath® device and procedure provides most patients with immediate relief. This low-risk, simple procedure is a pain management game-changer for anyone who experiences moderate to severe headaches.
Quick, Simple & Comfortable In-Office Procedure
In as little as a few minutes, the new SphenoCath® device and procedure provide most patients with immediate relief for migraines and headache pain. This low-risk, simple procedure is a pain management game-changer for anyone who experiences moderate to severe headaches.
Higher Success Rates for Migraine Relief with Lower Risk
SPG blocks have reported success rates as high as 94 percent – an impressive percentage for almost any medical procedure. The procedure is both low-risk and effective in patients of all ages – adults, children, and even pregnant women – with minimal to no side effects. And because it effectively delivers an SPG block, you can expect it to work for all types of migraines and for most types of headache pain, from cluster headaches to trigeminal neuralgia to atypical facial pain and more – with long-lasting relief.
Frequently Asked Questions
Benefits of the new SphenoCath® device and procedure include:
- Helpful for patients with migraines despite medications
- Helpful for patients who cannot take medications
- Non-invasive – no needles or skin puncture
- Image-guided for confirmation of appropriate medication delivery
- Quick relief – the procedure takes 5 minutes and requires an additional 10-15 minutes of lying down to allow medication to saturate the nerve circuit
- Performed in comfort as an outpatient at Windsong
- For more information or to schedule a migraine treatment consultation, call (716) 929-9484
This treatment is offered at our Williamsville office.
Request an appointment online or contact us at 716-929-9484.
Your insurance card must be presented at your appointment, and a co-pay may be due, depending on the requirements of your insurance provider. Windsong will verify insurance coverage and benefits; however, specific questions regarding your policy and coverage should be directed to your insurance carrier, as insurance plans and benefits vary widely. Please check the list below to see if we accept your insurance, but also clarify with your provider regarding your specific plan.
