Abstract
Migraine in the athlete may occur secondary to effort, prolonged exertion, or trauma or as a posttraumatic event. The chemistry is probably akin to that of spontaneous migraine. The purpose of this discussion is to outline the differential diagnosis of the athlete presenting with headache. Appropriate treatment can enhance athletic performance and enable the migraineur to participate in athletic endeavors.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Brain Injuries / complications
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Brain Injuries / physiopathology
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Craniocerebral Trauma / complications
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Craniocerebral Trauma / physiopathology
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Exercise / physiology*
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Female
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Headache Disorders / etiology*
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Headache Disorders / physiopathology
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Headache Disorders / therapy*
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Humans
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Male
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Migraine Disorders / etiology*
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Migraine Disorders / physiopathology
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Migraine Disorders / therapy*