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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 25 MIN

Trying Sphenocath for Chronic Headaches

from This Headache Journey · host Adam Flaherty

In Episode 3 of This Headache Journey, host Adam Flaherty explores sphenocath, a targeted procedure aimed at reducing chronic headache and migraine pain. Joining him is Dr. Demetrio Aguila, a peripheral nerve surgeon and pain specialist from Total Pain Solutions by Healing Hands of Nebraska. Dr. Aguila is known for his expertise in treating tough headaches and nerve pain with innovative approaches.Adam candidly recounts his personal experience trying sphenocath (twice!), and Dr. Aguila offers insightful explanations about how and why this procedure works for so many patients, even when other treatments have failed.Topics include:What is the sphenopalatine ganglion, and why is it so important in headache pain?The science behind “resetting” pain pathways in the brain and how numbing this nerve cluster can break the cycleA step-by-step walkthrough of what patients can expect during a sphenocath procedureSuccess rates for sphenocath and how many sessions are typically recommendedWhat it feels like—and honest talk about possible side effects and who might not benefitHow long results usually last and guidance on when to try again (or move on)Why technique matters, and what to consider if it doesn’t work for you the first timeCost/insurance considerations and what makes Dr. Aguila’s approach uniqueWho else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life!Learn more about Dr. Demetrio Aguila’s practice at totalpainsolutions.net, and check out his free educational videos on YouTube.Season 1 of This Headache Journey is sponsored by gammaCore™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator.The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it.#headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #painrelief #headacherelief #headachetreatment #tensionheadaches #clusterheadaches #sphenocath #sinusheadacheHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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