Medical use · Brooklin, Whitby
Migraine injections in Brooklin, Whitby
For adults living with chronic migraine, injections every few months can be part of a treatment plan. Every plan starts with an assessment by our Medical Director.
- Assessed by Susie Jezerinac, NP
- Repeated about every 12 weeks
- Injections by Melissa Gagnon, RPN
- Also at our Etobicoke and London clinics
Is it right for you
Made for chronic migraine
Injection treatment is for chronic migraine: headache on 15 or more days a month for more than three months, with migraine features on at least 8 of those days. It's meant to help prevent migraine days, not to stop a migraine that has already started.
If your headaches are less frequent, your family doctor can talk you through other options.
Get urgent care for a sudden, severe or unusual headache, or a headache with weakness, confusion, trouble speaking or changes in vision.
What to expect
Your treatment, step by step
Assessment
Our Medical Director, Susie Jezerinac, NP, reviews your migraine history, medications and past treatments.
Treatment
A series of small injections at set points across the forehead, temples, back of the head, neck and shoulders.
The weeks after
Effects build over the following weeks. It can take two or three treatments to judge how well it works for you.
Next visit
Treatment is repeated about every 12 weeks.
Before your consultation
How to prepare
Pricing is confirmed at your consultation.
- Keep a headache diary for a few weeks: the days you have headaches, how long they last and what helps.
- Bring a list of your current medications and anything you've tried before.
- Check with your insurance provider whether your plan covers migraine treatment.
FAQ
Common questions
Who is migraine injection treatment for?
Adults with chronic migraine, meaning headache on 15 or more days a month for more than three months, with migraine features on at least 8 of those days. Our Medical Director confirms whether it's right for you.
How often is treatment repeated?
About every 12 weeks.
How soon will it help?
Effects build over the weeks after treatment, and it can take two or three treatments to judge how well it works for you.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel quick pinches at each injection point. The needle is very fine.
Is it covered by insurance?
Some private plans may cover it. Check with your provider before your treatment.
Can I keep taking my migraine medication?
Don't stop or change any medication without talking to your doctor. Bring a list of what you take to your consultation.
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Start with a consultation
Book online through Jane, call the office, or send us a text during business hours. Our team will help you find the right appointment.
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