The Headache Doctor Podcast

3 Simple Exercises to Reduce Headaches & Migraines Naturally

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you suffer from headaches or migraines, this episode breaks down three simple, practical exercises that could help reduce your symptoms—starting ...

3 Migraine Myths Your Doctor May Have Missed (And What Actually Causes Head Pain)

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Jono Taves shares the three most important lessons he’s learned after a decade of helping patien...

How Daylight Savings Impacts Sleep, Headaches, and Migraine Threshold

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Daylight Saving Time can disrupt your sleep—and that disruption can directly affect headaches and migraines.In this episode of The Headache Doctor P...

Why Having a Migraine Treatment Plan Changes Everything

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Jono Taves explains why having a clear migraine treatment plan is one of the most important factor...

Neuro-Optometry for Headaches: How Vision, Prism & Light Therapy Reduce Migraine Symptoms

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Can your vision be driving your headaches, dizziness, or brain fog—even if you have 20/20 eyesight?In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, D...

Headache Supplements Explained: What Works, What’s a Waste, and How to Choose Quality

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The supplement industry is a mess—and for people with headaches and migraines, choosing the wrong supplements can mean wasted money or even worsenin...

Gut Health, Sugar Addiction & Migraines: A Root-Cause Approach

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gut health can be a hidden driver of chronic migraines—especially when it shows up as sugar cravings, inflammation, and hormone imbalance. In this e...

The 3 Essentials to Long-Term Migraine Relief

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re looking for long-term migraine relief (not temporary fixes), this episode breaks down the three essentials you can’t overlook.In this ep...

How Treatable Are Your Headaches? The Truth About Migraine Recovery Timelines

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How treatable are your headaches or migraines — and what determines how quickly you can see relief?In this episode, Dr. Jono Taves breaks down why a...

Trigeminal Neuralgia & Migraines: Why Face Pain Often Starts in the Neck

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you experience stabbing, burning, or behind-the-eye pain—and have been told it’s trigeminal neuralgia or a migraine—this episode will help yo...

Headaches and Eye Strain: How Dry Eyes and Screen Time Trigger Symptoms

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Many people with headaches and migraines don’t realize their eyes may be contributing to symptoms. In this episode, Dr. Taves speaks with optometris...

What Is a Migraine? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Why It Matters

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down a question many people ask after years of suffering: What is a migraine — and ...

The Neck–Shoulder Connection Behind Headaches & Migraines

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve tried everything for headaches or migraines and still feel stuck, this episode is for you.In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, ...

Headache Relief Tools You Can Use at Home: What Helps, What Doesn’t, and What Actually Matters

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Jono Taves breaks down the most common headache and migraine relief tools people buy for home use—especially around the holiday...

The Most Overlooked Cause of Headaches: Why Migraines Often Start in the Neck

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many people with migraines are told their symptoms are purely neurological and must be managed long-term with medication. In this episode, Dr. Taves e...

Still Haven’t Started Headache Treatment? 7 Reasons You Shouldn’t Wait

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been dealing with headaches or migraines and still haven’t started treatment, you’re not alone — and there are clear reasons why. In...

From Daily Headaches to Life-Changing Relief: Grant Fonda’s Story of Recovery

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, Dr. Taves sits down with award-winning film composer Grant Fonda, who spent more than 20 years living with daily headaches, ...

Can GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Help Your Migraines? What You Need to Know

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Taves and Dr. Sarah Thomas explore how GLP-1 weight loss drugs—such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro—may influence headaches ...

The Surprising Link Between Tinnitus and Your Neck

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves dives into the surprising connection between tinnitus (ear ringing) and the neck. Many peopl...

Jaw Pain, Airway Obstruction, and Migraines: Understanding the Hidden Connection

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores how issues with the jaw and airway can contribute to headaches and migraines. He br...

Why Heat Triggers Headaches and Migraines — and What You Can Do About It

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down why heat can trigger headaches and migraines — whether it’s from exercising ...

Why Brushing Your Teeth and Moving Your Neck Are More Alike Than You Think

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves takes listeners on a fascinating journey through history — exploring how habits like tooth...

The Three Spoke Framework: Understanding the Root Causes of Headaches and Migraines

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down his proven Three Spoke Framework — a simple but powerful way to understand and...

Why Migraine Treatments Fail: How Mindset, Habits, and Trust Impact Healing

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores why some patients fail to find lasting relief from headaches and migraines—even w...

Is Your Neck the Source of Your Headaches or Migraines? Take the Quiz to Find Out

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves helps listeners identify whether their headaches or migraines might actually be rooted in th...

Understanding Atypical Migraines: Signs, Misdiagnosis, and Better Solutions

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores the confusing and often frightening world of atypical migraines. Unlike classic mig...

Vestibular Migraines Explained: Causes, Dizziness, and Finding Real Relief

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the complex world of vestibular migraines—a diagnosis often given when dizzine...

Military Neck Explained: How Loss of Neck Curve Leads to Headaches and What to Do About It

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down what it means to be diagnosed with “military neck”—a reduced or flattened ...

Barometric Pressure and Migraines: Why Weather Changes Trigger Headaches and What You Can Do

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves unpacks the connection between barometric pressure changes, headaches, and migraines. He exp...

3 Simple Steps to Improve Headaches and Migraines at Home

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves shares three practical and effective steps that anyone can take at home to reduce headaches ...

Kids, School, and Headaches: Understanding Triggers and Finding Relief

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why children may develop daily headaches, especially as the school year begins. He ...

Migraines vs. Tension Headaches: Why the Neck Is the Key to Both

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the differences between migraines and tension-type headaches—two of the most c...

How to Relieve Sinus Pressure and Headache— Natural Tips

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why sinus headaches aren’t as separate from neck issues as many believe. He uncov...

Hot vs. Cold Therapy for Headaches: Which One Should You Use?

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the differences between hot and cold therapy for managing headaches and migraine...

Why Movement Builds More Relief Than Rest

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves introduces the Resiliency Principle—a powerful concept that explains why true, lasting rel...

Is My Headache Too Unique to Treat?

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Dr. Gutwein dive into why having different headache or migraine symptoms from other head...

Red Light Therapy with LightStim: Headache & Migraine Relief with Steve Marchese

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this follow-up episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves sits down with Steve Marchese, CEO of LightStim, to dive deeper into the science a...

Can Red Light Therapy Help with Headaches and Migraines?

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores the growing use of red light therapy for pain and inflammation—especially in the ...

Prolotherapy for Headaches and Migraines: Can Injections Speed Up Healing?

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves gives an overview of prolotherapy and its potential role in relieving headaches and migraine...

Can Nitric Oxide Help with Headaches and Migraines?

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down what nitric oxide is, why it matters for your health, and how it plays a key rol...

Why Am I Dizzy, Nauseous, and Sensitive to Light? The Neurological Side of Migraines Explained with Dr. Romero

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves sits down with the newest member of the Novera team, Dr. Zander Romero, to explore the neuro...

My Child Has Constant Headaches—What Can I Do? One Mom’s Story of Real Relief

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this deeply moving episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves interviews Julie, whose daughter Addi suffered from debilitating headaches tha...

The Most Common Type of Migraine

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the most common migraine presentation he sees and explains how it’s often misu...

Fit but Still Getting Migraines? Why Healthy Habits Aren’t Always Enough

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves addresses a surprising truth: even people who live healthy, active lifestyles can still suff...

Migraines, Nicotine, and Cannabis: What You Need to Know with Dr. Sarah Thomas

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Dr. Thomas take a deep dive into the relationship between nicotine, cannabis, and migrai...

Abdominal Migraines & the Gut-Brain Connection

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores the fascinating and often misunderstood world of abdominal migraines. He dives into...

Is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome the Missing Link to Your Migraines?

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Taves dives deep into a lesser-known but critical contributor to chronic headaches and migraines—Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, or EDS...

Why Kids Get Daily Headaches: What Parents Need to Know

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves addresses an important and growing concern—why children may be experiencing daily headache...

Virtual Coaching Success: Sorrell’s Journey with Cluster & Hormonal Headaches

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves interviews Sorrell Forbes Romero @Sorrell.Forbes, a recent coaching client who com...

Motherhood & Migraines: What to Know Before, During, and After Pregnancy

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves is joined by fellow migraine specialist Dr. Sarah Thomas to discuss an important and often o...

Reframing the Migraine Diagnosis: A New Path to Empowerment and Relief

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves dives into what it really means to receive a migraine diagnosis—and why our healthcare sys...

Traveling with Migraines: Spring Break Tips for Headache-Free Trips

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this spring break edition of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves tackles the fear many people have around traveling due to migraines and headach...

The Most Overlooked Cause of Migraines—And Why Healthcare Isn’t Solving It

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves uncovers the most overlooked source of true migraines and explains why the current healthcar...

Migraines in the Workplace: How to Reduce Headaches at Work with Dr. Sarah Thomas

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Dr. Sarah Thomas discuss the often-overlooked impact of migraines and headaches in the w...

3 Simple Exercises for Headache & Migraine Relief You Can Do at Home

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves shares three simple yet highly effective exercises that nearly anyone can start doing at hom...

From Temporary Chiropractic Relief to Long-Term Healing: Audrey Short’s Journey with Novera

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves interviews Audrey Short, a pelvic floor physical therapist in Colorado Springs who successfu...

From Daily Headaches to Lasting Relief: Amanda Gerber’s Journey with Novera

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves interviews Amanda Gerber, a patient at Novera: Headache Center. Amanda shares her i...

Natural Solutions for Headaches & Migraines: Non-Pharmaceutical Relief with Dr. Taves & Dr. Thomas

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Dr. Thomas explore non-pharmaceutical options for managing headaches and migraines. From...

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor’s Office: Navigating Medical Misinformation

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves equips you with the tools to confidently advocate for yourself in the doctor's office. ...

Why the Right Headache & Migraine Treatment is Hard to Find - Unless You're In Colorado!

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Dr. Gutwein dive into the challenges of finding like-minded providers and why it's ...

Headache and Migraine Myths

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves dives into the various types of headaches and migraines successfully treated at Novera: Head...

Headache Relief with the SAM Device

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Taves discusses the SAM device, a product he developed to help people manage headaches and migraines at home by improving neck mo...

Getting to the Source of Headaches and Effective Solutions

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Taves discusses the causes of headaches and migraines, touching on treatments like chiropractic ca...

Serotonin's Role in Headache Relief

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast explores the connection between serotonin and headaches. Dr. Taves highlights serotonin's role in dow...

Reducing Headaches Through Better Rest

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast delves into the crucial link between sleep and headaches. Discover how your sleep position, pillow choices...

The Impact of Sugar on Headaches and Migraines

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores the connection between sugar consumption, inflammation, and headache triggers. Tune...

Pressure Changes, Headaches, and Migraines

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast explores how barometric pressure changes can impact the sinuses, eustachian tubes, and neck joints. Tune i...

Empowering Providers and Patients: A Proven Framework for Headache and Migraine Relief

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of The Headache Doctor podcast empowers both patients and providers by addressing key strategies for managing headaches and migraines. Li...

How to Track Your Headaches and Migraines

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor podcast, we explore the value of tracking headache and migraine symptoms through a dedicated headache journal. ...

Novera's Framework for Treating Headaches and Migraines

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast discusses Novera: Headache Center's unique "Three-Spoke Framework" for treating headaches ...

Headache Solutions: Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise Essentials

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves and Novera's own Dr. Gutwein discuss three essential lifestyle areas for reducing heada...

What Causes, Triggers, and Maintains Headaches and Migraines

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join the Headache Doctor Podcast as we break down three core factors impacting headaches and migraines: antecedents, triggers, and mediators. Discover...

Finding Relief After a Decade-Long Battle with Migraines - Featuring Stein

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Stein shares his powerful story of resilience through a decade-long battle with debilitating migraines. After multiple surgeries, inj...

How to Naturally Fight Headaches - Featuring Dr. Sui Wong

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Sui Wong, an award-winning neurologist and expert in migraine management, shares her holistic appr...

Breathing and Headaches - Featuring Dr. Erson Religioso

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Erson Religioso, a physical therapist and expert in breathing techniques, discusses the concept of overbreathing and its impact o...

The Spooky Side of Migraines: When to Seek Emergency Care

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, we dive into the fears many people have about headaches and migraines potentially signaling serious he...

Understanding the Neuralgias: Occipital and Trigeminal Neuralgia

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, we dive into the world of occipital and trigeminal neuralgia. While these conditions are known for cau...

Tension Headaches Revisited

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Taves dives back into discussing a popular problem in the headache world: tension-type headaches. ...

Do You Have A Head Tilt?

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Headache Doctor podcast dives into the common issue of head tilt, exploring its subtle causes and the often-overlooked negative ef...

Running and Headaches

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Casey Guthmiller shares his personal journey with headaches and migraines and how seeking treatmen...

How To Know If You Have A Neck Problem

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Taves explores how neck problems often manifest in surprising ways, such as headaches, migraines, ...

Historical Figures with Headaches and Migraines - Featuring Dr. Sarah Thomas

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how historical figures like Julius Caesar and Harriet Tubman battled headaches and migraines, and learn how modern treatments at Novera: Head...

Misunderstanding Relief

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Taves explores the crucial difference between what feels like relief and what truly provides relie...

How Craniosacral Fascial Therapy Can Help with Headaches and Migraines - Featuring Kim Sherlock and Holly Steflik

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) with experts Kim Sherlock and Holly Steflik. They explain how this gentle, hands-on the...

The Cost of a Migraine - Featuring Dr. Sarah Thomas

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Thomas, a new therapist at Novera: Headache Center, joins Dr. Taves to discuss the often-overlooked financial costs of livi...

Symptom-Based Diagnosis

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor, Dr. Taves unpacks what most headache and migraine sufferers experience in conventional doctor's offices. ...

Exercise-Induced Headaches - Featuring Jefferson Gerwig

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Novera patient Jefferson shares his 15-year battle with exercise-induced migraines following a soccer-...

Untangling Chronic Pain with Dr. Caroline Beall

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Taves interviews a special guest, Dr. Caroline Beall, about the nature of chronic pain. Dr. Carrie utilizes her personal and prof...

What Does Botox Really Do For My Headaches and Migraines?

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, the focus is on understanding the role of Botox in managing headaches and migraines. The discussion co...

How To Understand Triggers

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode dives into understanding and managing triggers for headaches and migraines. Dr. Taves discusses common misconceptions about identifying a...

Hormonal Migraines

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hormonal migraines, specifically those associated with menstrual cycles and hormonal fluctuations, can be debilitating for women. Dr. Taves discusses ...

Sleep Position

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves discusses the impact of sleep position on headaches and migraines. He explores the best and ...

Chronic Pain

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode focuses on chronic pain, explaining the science behind pain and how to understand chronic headaches and migraines. Dr. Taves tells how pa...

Migraine Diagnosis and Treatment with Dr. Omid Moshtaghi

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Headache Doctor, Dr. Omid Moshtaghi joins Dr. Taves, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach in migraine treatme...

Vestibular Migraine Revisited

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor podcast, Dr. Taves revisits the topic of vestibular migraines, highlighting the debilitating combination of mig...

Back to the Basics

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's podcast takes us back to the root causes of headaches and migraines, emphasizing the role of physical therapy in addressing neck, jaw...

Allergies and Illness

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, we explore how allergies and illnesses contribute to headaches and migraines. Dr. Taves discusses the ...

Have We Helped Someone Like You?

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves shares the myriad of symptoms associated with headaches and migraines that we've succes...

Stages of Menopause and Headaches with Dr. Liora Mor

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Taves chats for a second time with Dr. Liora Mor. This conversation centers around perimenopause, menopause, post-menopause and each stage's ...

Is Neck Pain Just Another Migraine Symptom?

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 186: Is Neck Pain Just Another Migraine Symptom? In today's podcast episode, Dr. Taves delves into the complex nature of head pain and it...