The Keeler Migraine Method is a philosophy of headache care. It encompasses many modalities. It is NOT a one-size-fits-all program. On this page we try to answer the most common questions about what we can (and cannot) do and how best to utilize the Keeler Migraine Method. Inevitably, we will miss a few questions. We welcome and encourage your questions and comments at www.migrainecenter.org.
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What is the Keeler Migraine Method?
The Keeler Migraine Method is an approach to headache care that is based on the assumption that there are certain principles shared by all headache sufferers and that when these principles are applied to the specifics of an individual’s headache situation, certain treatment options become obvious, and when implemented, prove more effective than any other single approach.
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How reliable is the information on the website?
The information is as reliable as it would be were you to come to see Dr. Cowan at the Keeler Center in Ojai, CA. As with any visit to a medical specialist, it is important to check credentials, recommendations from previous patients, and to discuss the visit with your primary care doctor. This website makes that easy by providing links to Dr. Cowan’s credentials and testimonials from his patients. The Keeler Migraine Method goes to great lengths to provide the most current and accurate information available.
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Does the Keeler Migraine Method prescribe medications?
For the majority of headache sufferers, prescription medications are part of the plan. But this is not true for all headache sufferers. The Keeler Migrinae Method puts a great deal of emphasis on lifestyle modifications, but to be sure, the method uses every tool in the box, including prescription medications, alternative therapies, complementary medicine, and basic science research. Which elements become part of a specific plan depends on the patient.
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Do I need to pay to use the Keeler Migraine Method?
There are many services on the Keeler Migraine Method website. The majority of them are free. However, should you wish to see Dr. Cowan at the Keeler Center in Ojai, there is a charge. More information about coming to the center is available at www.migrainecenter.org. There is also a weekly blog, Migrablog, which contains articles, latest headache research, access to clinical trials of new treatments and other items of interest to headache sufferers. There is no charge to read migrablog and it can be accessed from the home page. Finally, if you wish to read the Keeler Migraine Method, it is available through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, as well as other online and retail outlets.
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Can I get specific recommendations about my headaches?
While the site is happy to answer general questions about headache, for specific treatment recommendations you need to be evaluated by a headache specialist. This can happen a the Keeler Center or at a variety of other headache centers across the country. To find a headache specialist near you, click “Find a Specialist” on the home page.
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How much does the Keeler Migraine Method Cost cost?
To simply access the site and its information is free. To purchase a copy of the Keeler Migraine Method, you can access on-line booksellers from our home page or check with your local book store. The book is not expensive, but prices may vary. For pricing of visits at the Keeler Center in Ojai, please see the website www.migrainecenter.org or call (805) 640-2323.
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Does the Keeler Migraine Method utilize alternative and complementary medicine?
The Keeler Migraine Method takes a very practical view of headache. We discuss any and every modality available to the headache community. While Dr. Cowan’s training is in “Western” medicine, his approach to headache management is “holistic and translational.” He is conversant with herbal and non-prescription supplements, acupuncture, yoga, physical therapy, biofeedback, and cognitive therapies as well as other modalities used in migraine management. All these modalities are available at the Keeler Center and discussed in his book.
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Does the Keeler Center endorse products or get paid to promote certain medications or treatments?
No.
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Does the Keeler Center accept insurance?
Yes. For details go to www.migrainecenter.org or call (928) 640-2323.
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Does the Keeler Migraine Method work with my other doctors?
Actually, that is the preferred way for the Keeler Migraine Method to work The Keeler Migraine Method is best utilized by people who have no access to a “brick and mortar” headache clinic. It is always preferable to have a face to face relationship with your physicians. The Keeler Migraine Method book is intended as a patient guide both for patients under Dr. Cowan’s care in Ojai as well as for patients under other physicians care who wish to incorporate the Keeler Method into their treatment plan.
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Can I come to the Keeler Center in person, if I wish?
Dr. Cowan is the medical director of the Keeler Center for the Study of Headache in Ojai, California. You can be seen there. There is a link to that site on the web page. If you wish to participate in his research, that is conducted at Huntington Medical Research Institutes in Pasadena, CA. There is a link to that site on the Keeler Center for the Study of Headache webpage.
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How do I know if the care I am getting is the best available?
Perhaps the best test of that is how well you feel and how often your headaches interfere with your life. It can be useful to compare your headache pattern from before beginning the Keeler Migraine Method with what you learn in the Keeler Migraine Method book. But the best way to know if you are getting the best care is to ask questions. Lots of questions.
