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The Headache Doctor Podcast
Even after trying medication, lifestyle changes, and other “research-backed treatments” for migraine symptoms, does nothing feel like it’s really solving the issue?
The Headache Doctor Podcast is on a mission to provide education and empower everyone with headaches and migraines to break FREE from a life of fear and dependence so that they can THRIVE in everything they do.
Dr. Taves, founder of the podcast and owner of Novera: Headache Center believes you deserve to feel in control of your health again — with more symptom-free days and less worry over when the next migraine will hit. Physical therapy for the neck at his clinic has decreased headache and migraine symptoms for hundreds of people.
Each week he dives into a topic related to headaches and migraines, or interviews experts to help you be informed as you manage your headaches and migraines.
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P.S. – Outside of this podcast, Dr. Taves has provided superb education in the form of a detailed masterclass with videos which can be found on his website (www.noveraheadachecenter.com). His clinic also provides health coaching for patients out of state, and of course - in person care if you’re in Colorado!
*Disclaimer: This advice is not meant to be a substitute for advice from a medical professional regarding diagnosis, prognosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician, physical therapist, or other qualified healthcare provider with questions you may have regarding a healthcare condition. Reliance on the information provided within this podcast is done solely at your own risk.
Episodes
278 episodes
The 3 Essentials to Long-Term Migraine Relief
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 episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains Novera Head...
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Season 1
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Episode 278
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15:42
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How Treatable Are Your Headaches? The Truth About Migraine Recovery Timelines
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 all headaches are treatable, but not all follow the same recovery timeline. Drawing...
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Season 1
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Episode 277
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19:07
Trigeminal Neuralgia & Migraines: Why Face Pain Often Starts in the Neck
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 you understand what may really be happening. Dr. Taves breaks down the trigeminal nerve, its th...
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Season 1
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Episode 276
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16:43
Headaches and Eye Strain: How Dry Eyes and Screen Time Trigger Symptoms
Many people with headaches and migraines don’t realize their eyes may be contributing to symptoms. In this episode, Dr. Taves speaks with optometrist and dry eye specialist Dr. Pam Theriot about the growing connection between screen time, dr...
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Season 1
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Episode 275
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23:56
What Is a Migraine? Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Why It Matters
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 why does the definition matter? Dr. Taves explains how migraines are dia...
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Season 1
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Episode 274
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29:54
The Neck–Shoulder Connection Behind Headaches & Migraines
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, Dr. Taves explains why evaluating both the neck and shoulders is critical for l...
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Season 1
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Episode 273
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22:53
Headache Relief Tools You Can Use at Home: What Helps, What Doesn’t, and What Actually Matters
In this episode, Dr. Jono Taves breaks down the most common headache and migraine relief tools people buy for home use—especially around the holidays. From ice caps and nerve stimulation devices to neck massagers, traction units, and spe...
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Season 1
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Episode 272
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20:01
The Most Overlooked Cause of Headaches: Why Migraines Often Start in the Neck
Many people with migraines are told their symptoms are purely neurological and must be managed long-term with medication. In this episode, Dr. Taves explains why that model often leaves patients trapped in a cycle of trial-and-error prescriptio...
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Season 1
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Episode 271
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26:25
Still Haven’t Started Headache Treatment? 7 Reasons You Shouldn’t Wait
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 this episode, Dr. Taves breaks down 7 of the most common barriers that keep people stuck, like...
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Season 1
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Episode 270
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25:39
From Daily Headaches to Life-Changing Relief: Grant Fonda’s Story of Recovery
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, severe fatigue, numbness, and symptoms so alarming they led to emergency hospital visit...
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Season 1
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Episode 269
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37:12
Can GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Help Your Migraines? What You Need to Know
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 and migraines. They break down how these medications work in the body, how blood sugar stability i...
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Season 1
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Episode 268
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25:36
The Surprising Link Between Tinnitus and Your Neck
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves dives into the surprising connection between tinnitus (ear ringing) and the neck. Many people are told their tinnitus is purely an ear problem — but for some, the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 267
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20:28
Jaw Pain, Airway Obstruction, and Migraines: Understanding the Hidden Connection
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 breaks down how restricted breathing, muscle tension, and misalignment in the jaw and n...
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Season 1
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Episode 266
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23:24
Why Heat Triggers Headaches and Migraines — and What You Can Do About It
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down why heat can trigger headaches and migraines — whether it’s from exercising on a hot day, sitting in the sun, or just raising your body temperature.He explains how...
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Season 1
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Episode 265
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21:35
Why Brushing Your Teeth and Moving Your Neck Are More Alike Than You Think
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves takes listeners on a fascinating journey through history — exploring how habits like toothbrushing and hand washing became universal health practices, and why head and neck move...
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Season 1
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Episode 264
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26:07
The Three Spoke Framework: Understanding the Root Causes of Headaches and Migraines
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 treat nearly every type of headache and migraine.He explains that while headach...
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Season 1
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Episode 263
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23:18
Why Migraine Treatments Fail: How Mindset, Habits, and Trust Impact Healing
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores why some patients fail to find lasting relief from headaches and migraines—even when they have access to the right treatment. Drawing from years of clinical experience,...
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Season 1
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Episode 262
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17:59
Is Your Neck the Source of Your Headaches or Migraines? Take the Quiz to Find Out
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves helps listeners identify whether their headaches or migraines might actually be rooted in the neck. He introduces a simple 12-question quiz designed to uncover the connection be...
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Season 1
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Episode 261
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16:41
Understanding Atypical Migraines: Signs, Misdiagnosis, and Better Solutions
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explores the confusing and often frightening world of atypical migraines. Unlike classic migraines—characterized by one-sided throbbing head pain and light or sound sensi...
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Season 1
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Episode 260
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22:42
Vestibular Migraines Explained: Causes, Dizziness, and Finding Real Relief
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the complex world of vestibular migraines—a diagnosis often given when dizziness can’t be explained by ear, eye, or neurological tests. He explains why vestib...
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Season 1
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Episode 259
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24:26
Military Neck Explained: How Loss of Neck Curve Leads to Headaches and What to Do About It
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 curvature in the cervical spine. He explains how posture, tight muscles, and movement patte...
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Season 1
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Episode 258
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27:42
Barometric Pressure and Migraines: Why Weather Changes Trigger Headaches and What You Can Do
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves unpacks the connection between barometric pressure changes, headaches, and migraines. He explains how shifts in atmospheric pressure affect the joints—especially in the upper ne...
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Season 1
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Episode 257
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16:46
3 Simple Steps to Improve Headaches and Migraines at Home
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 and migraines. These strategies are simple, actionable, and designed to give you more...
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Season 1
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Episode 256
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17:39
Kids, School, and Headaches: Understanding Triggers and Finding Relief
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves explains why children may develop daily headaches, especially as the school year begins. He covers abdominal and atypical migraines, the role of the neck, and common school-rela...
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Season 1
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Episode 255
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23:48
Migraines vs. Tension Headaches: Why the Neck Is the Key to Both
In this episode of The Headache Doctor Podcast, Dr. Taves breaks down the differences between migraines and tension-type headaches—two of the most common headache diagnoses. He explains how both can share the same underlying root cause...
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Season 1
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Episode 254
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20:47