Robbins Headache Clinic
For more than 25 years, headache sufferers in the Chicago area have found relief from their pain, thanks to our cutting-edge treatment based on the latest advancements in the field. Dr. Larry Robbins, M.D., and Nurse Practitioner Brooke Phenicie, NP-C, use a comprehensive combination of remedies for migraines, tension headaches and cluster headaches. To start your individualized treatment plan, call and make an appointment.
2610 Lake Cook Road, Suite 160 Riverwoods, IL 60015 847.374.9399
We Treat Post-COVID Neurologic And Psychiatric Issues Including: Headache, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Neuropathy, etc.
DR. ROBBINS: Live on The Joan Esposito Show WCPT 820 AM
Dr. Robbins will be live on the Joan Esposito show, the first and third Tuesday of each month.
He will be on at 4 pm, for 30 minutes, talking about current medical topics and answering questions live.
Evolution and Migraine
Analyzing evolutionary processes with regards to disease is more than an academic exercise. Taking evolution into account is vital for a complete understanding of the disease. Interpreting the evolutionary underpinnings of illness may help us in developing safe and effective treatments.
Coronavirus-Related Headaches Skyrocketing: Doctor Robbins on Patch
“There is true [post-traumatic stress disorder] that some people have, like health care workers on the front lines,” Robbins told Patch. “We are all going through a traumatic time, and we’ve seen pre-existing anxiety get worse. We see people who have very little anxiety worried about their economic [situations] and health care. They’re also worried about their family and the country.”
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“Need a New Knee or Hip? A Robot May Help Install It” from The New York Times
In the first joint replacement surgery in 1890, the German surgeon Themistocles Gluck implanted “carved and machined pieces of ivory” into joints diseased by tuberculosis — starting with a knee replacement for a 17-year-old girl, according to the medical historian and...
“Finding Control Over Migraine Through Our Triggers” from Migraine.com
A life with migraine is an endless battle for control. Most of the time, it feels as though the neurological condition is sitting in the driver’s seat, unwilling to give up control of the steering wheel. In those moments, it is the small victories that we have,...
“Sleep Deprivation and Migraines” from SleepFoundation.org
A good night’s rest is essential for both our survival and wellbeing. Sleep regulates and restores many of the body’s functions, like our learning, memory, and immune systems1. Sleep also affects our mood, as well as our organs like the brain, heart, and lungs. It...
“Can Chocolate Trigger Migraine?” from ShareCare
Chocolate, there's very little evidence that chocolate triggers migraine. That seems to be a thing that doctors have taught no matter what field of medicine they're in. I think if you're a dermatologist, you're taught that don't let your patient have chocolate because...
“Vitamins C and E Tied to Lower Risk for Parkinson’s Disease” from The New York Times
Consuming foods high in vitamins C and E may help protect against the onset of Parkinson’s later in life, a Swedish study suggests. People who consume a diet rich in vitamins C and E may be at reduced risk for Parkinson’s disease. Researchers followed 41,058 Swedish...
“What is Caffeine, And Is It Good Or Bad For Health?” from Healthline
Each day, billions of people rely on caffeine to wake up, or to get through that night shift or an afternoon slump. In fact, this natural stimulant is one of the most commonly used ingredients in the world (1). Caffeine is often talked about for its negative effects...
“Excedrin Recalls 400K Bottles of Headache Medicine for Packaging Issues, Risk of Poisoning” from WinkNews
Around 433,600 bottles of Excedrin products are being recalled because some of the bottles may have a hole in the bottom. The plastic bottles pose a poisoning risk, if there’s a hole, because a child may be able to get the caplets and swallow the painkillers. GSK...
“Does Coconut Oil Deserve its Health Halo?” from The New York Times
“It’s been known for a long time that coconut oil raises blood levels of artery-damaging LDL cholesterol,” one expert said. Coconut oil continues to be widely touted as a miracle food. Proponents, including a slew of celebrities, claim it promotes weight loss, lowers...
“Allergists Offer Reassurance Regarding Potential Allergic Reactions to Covid-19 Vaccines” from Science Daily
Reports of possible allergic reactions to the COVID-19 vaccines produced by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, both recently approved for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), have raised public concern. A team of experts led by allergists at...
“Headache May Be An Early, Isolated Feature of Covid-19” from Neurology Advisor
Headache may be one of the earliest symptoms of coronavirus disease (COVID)-19, and identifying patients with the characteristic features may help to provide early isolation and treatment, according to study results published in Headache. While headache is a common...
“Covid-19 Side Effect: A Headache That Lasts Longer Than the Virus” from Hartford HealthCare
A headache is one of the first signs of COVID-19 virus, but it’s now also being recognized as a symptom that lingers long after the illness is over. Dr. Valeriya Klats, a neurologist and headache specialist with the Hartford HealthCare (HHC) Ayer Institute Headache...
“Biohaven Eyes Mid-2021 for Migraine Prevention Drug Launch” from CNBC Money Report
"I hope that in six months or so from now that we will be the first oral CGRP with the indication for the prevention of migraine," Biohaven Pharmaceutical CEO Vlad Coric told CNBC. "Patients deserve to know that they can also prevent their next episode and not wait...
“Don’t Let the Pandemic Stop Your Shots” from The New York Times
Even as older adults await the coronavirus vaccine, many are skipping the standard ones. That’s not wise, health experts say. Peggy Stein, 68, a retired teacher in Berkeley, Calif., skipped a flu shot this year. Her reasoning: “How could I get the flu if I’m being so...
“Can Allergies Cause Headaches?” from Medical News Today
Hay fever and sinus pressure may cause headaches. However, this pain is not a typical allergy symptom. Two types of headaches are associated with allergies: sinus headaches and migraine headaches. Overall, it is important to consult a doctor if headaches are...
“Playing Through the Pain: Serena Williams recounts Long Struggle With Migraine” from Yahoo! News
Serena Williams has revealed that she was often defeating two opponents at once while achieving tennis greatness during her legendary career. Williams, 38, told People she has been struggling with periodic migraines since her 20s, often playing through them on her way...
“I Tried a Migraine Elimination Diet and This is What Happened” from Healthline
I never would have realized what foods were triggers for me without giving my brain the chance to calm down. Yogurt, parmesan… nuts?! My jaw practically dropped as I read through the list of foods to avoid on a migraine elimination diet. At the time, I was newly...
“New Nature Lover? It’s a COVID-19 Side Effect” from Science Daily
What does it take to get some people to go outside and experience nature? For some urban dwellers, it took the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers say. The new study finds that 26% of people visiting parks during early months of the COVID-19 pandemic had rarely -- or never...
“Self-Care” from Migraine Buddy
When a migraine hits, there’s so much to take in at the same time—pain that never seems to end, not knowing what had triggered the attack, missing out on precious family time, feelings of desperation and loneliness, etc. Rough days like these can be hard to get by and...
New YouTube Channel: Headache Talks
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDG67n2JsS0GG664CkSik0Q/videosI have mostly headache info/lectures, some from the clinic I set up in Honduras...I will add one a week......Larry Robbins
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