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Lead
Boston Scientific Corporation
Age
18–any
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
Be diagnosed with multiple migraines per month of moderate to severe intensity;
Be refractory to medication;
Be an appropriate candidate for the surgical procedures required fo this study;
Be willing and able to comply with all study related procedures;
Be capable of reading and understanding patient information materials and giving written informed consent.
You may not be if
Have onset of headache after age 50;
Are current substance abusers (including alcohol and illicit drugs);
Have a significant psychiatric disorder;
Have previously been treated with occipital nerve stimulation (either temporary trial or permanent implant);
Have had nerve stimulation for pain relief.
Have had an injection of botulinum toxin in the head or neck within 6 months prior to enrollment;
Have previously undergone destructive ganglionectomy affecting C2/C3 occipital and/or trigeminal distribution or have an occipital blockade or radiofrequency procedure currently in effect.
Have a condition currently requiring or likely to require the use of MRI or diathermy;
Have an active implantable device;
Are pregnant or lactating or planning to become pregnant in the next 14 months;
Have participated in any drug or device trial in the last 4 weeks or plant to participate in any other study during the next 14 months.
