Industry news: Discounts for nurses and police at The Headache Clinic

The Headache Clinic offers specialised medical treatment for headaches to ensure a better quality of life for people who suffer from chronic and episodic headaches and migraines.

This treatment is based the multidisciplinary approach diagnose and treat the underlying causes of headaches co-ordinated the team of medical experts, sophisticated computerised diagnostic equipment, and extensive research and development capabilities.

The Headache Clinic was established by Dr Elliot Shevel, a Maxillo-facial and an oral surgeon who specialises in the treatment and prevention of headaches. Dr Shevel pioneered the multidisciplinary approach to headache treatment in South Africa, and is responsible for developing a range of breakthrough techniques for headache treatment.

He is recognised as a world authority in headache treatment and prevention, and is also the chairman of the South African branch of the International Headache Society (IHS).

Headache sufferers have turned to The Headache Clinic for effective treatment and personalised care since it was established in 1992.

Says Dr Shevel: "The Headache Clinic has decided to offer this discount to South African police personnel in recognition of the contribution they make to society. Because they work in a high pressure environment, they can't afford to let their levels of service decrease due to a debilitating headache. Many will ascribe headaches to stress and tension. We believe that these headaches can usually be prevented or treated.

"Members of the police force who suffer from frequent or severe headaches are urged to make an appointment for a complete diagnosis with The Headache Clinic, so that we can help them to restore their quality of life."

Offering a discount to South African nurses in recognition of the contribution they make to society. They work in a high pressure environment, deal with precious lives, and have no time for headaches. Nurses whose quality of life is affected by frequent or severe headaches are motivated to make an appointment for diagnosis; we can give you back the life you deserve.

“Headache and migraine pain is a real biological condition that can be treated following proper diagnosis, but like most medical conditions, it can grow worse over time if not properly treated,” says Dr Shevel.

Primary headaches are caused by problems in the head, neck and face structures... Once the root causes of the headache are identified, they can be treated.

The Headache Clinic achieves an unparalleled 80 - 90% success rate in the permanent prevention and cure of severe headache pain of all types.

For more information you can visit www.headacheclinic.co.za or call 0861 678 911.