Headaches / Migraines / Tension-type†
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Headaches are one of the most common reasons people seek medical care — and one of the most undertreated. Whether you experience occasional tension headaches after a long day or debilitating migraines that knock you out for hours, living with recurring head pain takes a real toll. At Modern Human MD, Dr. Tran looks beyond the standard prescription pad to understand what's actually driving your headaches — from hormonal shifts and nervous system patterns to sleep, stress, and inflammation — and builds a care plan designed to reduce their frequency, intensity, and impact on your life.
Why People Choose Modern Human MD for Headache Care
A thorough evaluation that goes beyond symptom relief to identify contributing root causes
Integrative tools including TMS neuromodulation, hormonal assessment, and lifestyle optimization
Care that fits your life — not a one-size-fits-all protocol
A physician who listens carefully and treats you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis
Who It May Help
- You experience frequent headaches that interfere with work, relationships, or daily life
- Your migraines seem tied to your menstrual cycle or hormonal changes
- You've tried medications that haven't worked well or cause side effects you'd rather avoid
- You rely on pain relievers so often you worry about rebound headaches
- You suspect stress, sleep, or lifestyle factors are playing a role but aren't sure where to start
- You want a non-drug or reduced-medication approach to managing your headaches
- You're looking for a provider who will take your head pain seriously and investigate thoroughly
What's Often Behind Chronic Headaches
Headaches and migraines rarely have a single cause. Hormonal fluctuations — particularly in estrogen — are a well-recognized migraine trigger, especially around the menstrual cycle, perimenopause, and menopause. Nervous system sensitization, poor sleep, chronic stress, nutritional deficiencies, and inflammation can all play a role as well. Tension-type headaches are often driven by muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, stress, posture, and disrupted sleep patterns. Dr. Tran evaluates the full picture — including labs, hormonal status, lifestyle, and neurological factors — to understand what's contributing to your specific pattern of head pain.
How Dr. Tran Approaches Treatment
Treatment at Modern Human MD may include TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation), a non-invasive neuromodulation therapy that has shown potential in reducing migraine frequency and severity. Hormonal evaluation and optimization may also be a key part of care for patients whose headaches appear tied to hormonal cycles or transitions. Beyond these tools, Dr. Tran may explore nutritional support, stress reduction strategies, sleep improvements, and targeted lifestyle adjustments — all working together to support a calmer, more resilient nervous system. The goal is fewer headaches and better quality of life, not just faster access to pain relief.
Before Your First Visit
- ✓Start tracking your headaches — frequency, duration, severity, and any patterns you notice around sleep, stress, food, or your cycle
- ✓Note which treatments or medications you've tried and how well they worked
- ✓Think about when your headaches began and whether anything in your life changed around that time
- ✓Bring any previous imaging, lab work, or neurology records — we'll build from what you already know
Important
While most headaches are benign and manageable with the right approach, some head pain requires urgent medical evaluation. Dr. Tran will take a thorough history to ensure nothing is being overlooked. This page is intended for informational purposes and does not replace a personalized medical evaluation. If your headaches are sudden, severe, or accompanied by neurological symptoms, please seek care immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
1Can TMS really help with migraines?
TMS has shown real promise for migraine management, with some patients experiencing meaningful reductions in frequency and intensity. It works by modulating activity in areas of the brain involved in pain processing and may be a good fit for those who want a non-drug option or haven't responded well to medications.
2Are hormones really connected to migraines?
For many people — particularly women — hormones are a major migraine trigger. Drops in estrogen around menstruation, perimenopause, or after childbirth can set off migraine episodes. Evaluating and addressing hormonal patterns is often an important part of finding longer-term relief.
3What's the difference between a migraine and a tension headache?
Tension headaches typically feel like a dull, pressing ache on both sides of the head and are often linked to stress or muscle tension. Migraines tend to be more intense, often one-sided, and may include nausea, light sensitivity, or visual disturbances. The distinction matters because they may respond to different approaches.
4Could my headaches be caused by something I'm not thinking about?
Quite possibly. Sleep disruption, nutritional deficiencies like magnesium, dehydration, caffeine patterns, jaw tension, and even certain medications can all contribute to chronic headaches. Dr. Tran takes a broad view precisely because the cause isn't always obvious.
5Will I be expected to stop my current medications?
Not necessarily. Dr. Tran works with you and your existing care — not against it. If adjustments are worth considering, that conversation happens collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe and right for you.
6How does Modern Human MD handle payment for headache care?
Modern Human MD is a direct-pay concierge practice. All costs are discussed with you upfront before any testing or treatment begins, so you always know what to expect.
Headaches this frequent aren't something you just have to live with.
Dr. Tran brings together hormonal insight, TMS neuromodulation, and integrative care to help you understand what's driving your headaches — and build a real plan to reduce them.
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