Health & Wellness

Although we love our holidays in December, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind. At the Westport Headache Institute, we are all about keeping it calm and avoiding things that can trigger migraines. Here's a brief video on my top migraine triggers. Just to [...]

As we noted in our original article on Introduction to Mindfulness for Migraine, mindfulness can play a significant role in reducing the frequency and severity of migraine. In this follow-up post, our partner Dr. Mary Motwani walks through a practical guide on how to perform mindful body scan meditation. [...]

Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on what we are thankful for and celebrate safely with our friends and family. It's also a great time to eat delicious foods such as turkey, stuffing, and my favorite garlic mashed potatoes! While it's great to let loose and relax, it's important to note that some foods [...]

At the Westport Headache Institute, we're excited to be partnering with clinical psychologist Dr. Mary Motwani, PhD. Although there are many procedural and medicinal tools to help patients with migraines, it's important to note that mindfulness can have a significant impact on reducing headache frequency, severity, and duration. A 2019 study using MRI imaging [...]