What types of headaches does Dr. Blake treat?

Dr. Pamela Blake is a Houston headache specialist who treats chronic migraines, tension headaches, cervicogenic headaches, and nerve compression headaches. She uses advanced diagnostic techniques to identify the underlying cause of your headache.

How do I know if I have a nerve compression headache?

Nerve compression headaches, like occipital neuralgia, typically cause pain in specific areas of the head, often triggered by movement. As an expert neurologist, Dr. Blake performs comprehensive evaluations to diagnose nerve compression.

Does HeadacheMD accept insurance?

Yes, HeadacheMD accepts most major insurance providers. We also offer flexible payment options and can work with patients to find affordable treatment solutions.

How long does it take to get an appointment?

HeadacheMD offers same-day appointments for urgent cases. For routine consultations, appointments are typically available within 1-2 weeks. New patients can schedule a free consultation.

What is the Blake Method for headache treatment?

The Blake Method is Dr. Blake's comprehensive approach to headache treatment that combines traditional medical diagnosis with innovative nerve compression treatment techniques, like nerve decompression surgery. It offers personalized care plans and ongoing patient support for conditions like chronic migraine.

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HeadacheMD is a network of medical practices that employ an innovative and effective method for the diagnosis and treatment of headaches and neck pain due to nerve compression. Headaches caused by nerve compression can present as chronic migraine, chronic tension type headaches, or cervicogenic headache; targeted medical treatments are often helpful, and for those patients who do not experience reduction, nerve decompression surgery may be necessary.

Dr. Blake, along with collaborators at Harvard and also plastic surgeon Dr. Carlton Perry, produced scientific research proving the existence of abnormalities on the outside of the head in people with occipital nerve compression. These published studies have advanced the field of headache medicine significantly.

Dr. Blake has cared for patients with nerve compression headaches for over 20 years, and during that time she has optimized the medical management of nerve compression headaches. She has also worked closely with plastic surgeons to provide care for those patients whose pain requires nerve decompression surgery. Additionally, Dr. Blake explores and emphasizes the role of emotional factors as a contributing factor to pain, in order to identify and address those factors to maximize headache reduction. Through the combination of optimal medical and surgery treatment, along with management of other factors that can aggravate pain, sustained reduction in headaches can be achieved. Schedule a consultation to learn if you're a candidate for this innovative treatment approach.

Dr. Blake personally trains all Headache Medicine physicians located at headacheMD medical practices in the diagnosis and treatment, both non-surgical and surgical, of nerve compression headache. This ensures consistent, high-quality care across all locations.

The goal of the network is to reach more refractory headache patients globally in order to identify headaches due to nerve compression, and, if indicated, to consider the option of surgery, either in Houston or with a local, experienced surgeon. Find a location near you, including our flagship location in the River Oaks section of Houston, Texas.

Dr. Blake accepts all major insurances. Contact us today to verify your coverage and schedule your comprehensive headache evaluation.

To understand more, and answer your questions, Dr. Blake moderates the educational blog

Dr. Pamela Blake

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Complex and Fragile The creation story

This original painting by Isabelle Dupuy portrays structures of the head that are anatomically connected and relevant to headache. The brain and the meninges (the white layer surrounding the brain) respond to emotional and other stimuli that can create pain. The green occipital nerves (which are on the outside of the skull) can also become inflamed and irritated, leading to pain. Learn about emotional factors in headache treatment.

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March 08, 2018

The Blake Method

Pioneered by Dr. Pamela Blake, many that had chronic headaches have gone on to live a more normal life. Discover the revolutionary approach that's changing lives.

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February 20, 2018

Emotional Awareness

Headaches can be generated by your environment, so Dr. Blake takes considerable time to understand the entire situation. Learn about holistic headache treatment.

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January 27, 2018

Medical Research

Dr. Blake and Dr. Perry publish their research, some can be found at headache.zone. Explore groundbreaking studies.

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Access comprehensive information about headache types, treatment options, and patient success stories. Visit our educational blog for the latest research and insights from Dr. Blake.

Treatment Specialties & Insurance Information

We specialize in treating chronic migraines, nerve compression headaches, tension headaches, and cervicogenic headaches. Contact us to verify your insurance coverage and learn about payment options available.

Our Locations

Current and upcoming locations across the United States. Contact us to find the most convenient location for your treatment.

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HeadacheMD iOS app available for beta testing. Mobile application for headache treatment tracking and patient care. Request access to our patient portal and mobile tracking tools.

Emergency Headache Care

For urgent headache concerns, call our office immediately at 713-426-3337. We offer same-day appointments for emergency cases and acute headache episodes.

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