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It is a hand held, portable air ear insufflator designed specifically to be used by a patient, to create neuromodulation for the goal of migraine relief. (Insufflation is the medical introduction of a gas into a body cavity).

Is the Migraine Stopper™️ safe?

During the 18 month clinical trial there were no reported adverse side effect from using the Migraine Stopper™️. The patented “migraine relief valve” increases the safety of the device to use, and helps to ensure a correct level of air pulsing each and every time it is used.

Does the procedure hurt?

When used the Migraine Stopper™️ should never cause pain or discomfort. The sensation in the ear can feel unusual for some people, but should not be painful. If there is any discomfort, stop and see your health care practitioner.

How long does it take for migraine relief?

Results like for most therapies may vary from person to person, but we believe that most people may get relief from their migraines, within about 15 minutes.

If I have ear pain, can I use the Migraine Stopper™️?

No. Any ear discomfort must be looked at by your health care practitioner. Only use the Migraine Stopper™️ on ears that are pain free.

When should I NOT use the Migraine Stopper™️?

If you are suffering from or susceptible to any of the following conditions, do NOT use the Migraine Stopper™️ and immediately see your health care practitioner:

a. Ear pain

b. Ear infection

c. Concussion and/or head injury

d. Perforated air drum

e. Any foreign bodies in the ear including water

f. Recent ear surgery

g. Any recent head surgery

h. Ringing in the ear

Also, if when using the Migraines Stopper™️ you start to feel vertigo, dizziness, nausea, ear pain, tinnitus or tearing of the eyes, discontinue use and immediately see your health care practitioner.

How does the Migraine Stopper™️ work?

Migraines are multifactorial in their origin but overactivity of the brain stem at the trigeminal nucleus is considered to be a major factor in a migraine developing.

The Migraine Stopper™️ may function to stimulate the vagus nerve and trigeminal nerve by gently flexing the ear canal and ear drum using precise air pressure.

Activating the vagus nerve and the trigeminal nerve in this way may calm down and relax the trigeminal nucleus and this may calm down the migraine and turn it off.

Can children use the Migraine Stopper™️?

Yes. Children unfortunately can also be victims of migraine. We suggest that for children, a responsible adult should oversee and help the child to make sure they are using the device properly. Your Migraine Stopper™️ comes with two different sized ear pieces. Make sure you chose the ear piece (normally the smaller one) that makes the best airtight seal. In sure that you start off gently. You do not need to push the bulb completely to get a clinical effect. Migraine Stopper™️ in this circumstance should only be used under adult supervision.

I have been swimming today, is it safe to use the Migraine Stopper™️?

If there is anything in the ear canal, whether that be water, or any other substance, the Migraine Stopper™️ should not be used until the ear canal is clear and unobstructed.

What is a Migraine Hangover?

Migraine sufferers can experience a migraine hangover which occurs after the migraine has finished, often on the next day. It has been described as feeling like a hangover ie the same feeling you can get after a big night out drinking too much alcohol.

I have a lot of ear wax, will the Migraine Stopper™️ still work?

The Migraine Stopper™️ works by using specific gentle air pressure to flex the ear drum. If you have a blockage due to wax the Migraine StopperTM cannot do its job.

If you suffer migraines, its best to have good ear hygiene and do things to reduce the ear wax in your ear canal.

Does the Migraine Stopper™️ stop the recurrence of future migraines?

This is a really exciting area of current research. Anecdotally a significant number of clinical trial participants, reported that their migraine frequency was reduced after using the Migraine Stopper™️.

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