Migraine and Headache Specialists Waco TX

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4,200+ of our previous patients from Texas and around the world no longer need to avoid triggers, take medications & injections, or continue with other non-lasting therapies and treatments (such as acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, supplements, and other interventions).*

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I can’t say enough good things about the clinic. Even as a virtual patient, I’ve been able to feel my symptoms improve weekly. I’m grateful for the support and I now have hope that migraines can be a thing of the past for me.
Christy Goforth
Texas Migraine Clinic exceeded my expectations in efficiently treating impossible headache pain. The staff's expertise and personalized approach made my experience truly remarkable. The clinic's effective solutions for migraine relief sets them apart, making it a top choice for those seeking comprehensive and efficient care.
Andrea Roche MA, LPC
TX Migraine Clinic offered me a new, non prescription treatment to incorporate into my daily routine that has helped address the frequency of my migraines. It has been helpful to learn about how the anatomy and spinal discs play an important part in causing headaches for me.

My consults were virtual and would though I would have preferred to have an in person assessment, the video calls were effective.
Kristin Grosse
2 years of constant neck/head pain was much improved after 2 sessions with Dr. Turner. I had tried physical therapy in the past several times with PT's in my area. It helped short term but the pain always returned and worsened with time. One month with Dr. Turner and Mr. Horton. I am now waking up with no pain for the first time in years! Facial tension, sinus/eye pressure are gone as well. Thank you both and thank God for sending me here!!!
Hollie Parks
I came across the information for the Texas Migraine Clinic after several different neurologists, several different migraine medications, and at least two other non traditional therapies, and no success. After watching the informative video, I learned I was Dr. Turner’s “average” patient: almost the same number of specialists, drug therapies, alternative therapies, even the average age (plus 1), so I decided to give it a try. The zoom sessions were informative and easy to follow; I didn’t even feel like there was a need to be seen in person. This program was the game changer for me. With all therapies, things may get more difficult before they get better, but they will get better. I feel confident that I am set up to make sure things dont go back to the way were upon graduation. And the best part? The staff! Dr Turner was friendly and compassionate, Annabelle was incredibly kind, and anyone else I spoke with treated me with a smile. Cannot recommend enough.
A Jones
I was skeptical about the treatment at first, but as you can read with all other reviews, it really does work with almost everyone.I've had migraines for only 3 years, but I was already at my wit's end with my most recent migraine and was researching other options when TMC popped up. Scheduled the first free consultation and I started to feel pressure relief immediately. Not only have I not had a migraine since starting, but I also haven't been waking up with small sinus pressure headaches I normally wake up with everyday. They're very professional and listen to what you say is happening and what you're feeling to move forward. Highly recommend!
Elizabeth Garcia
Before TMC , I had an average of 25 headache days a month with 10-15 being migraine days. I personally felt a difference from the initial consultation. What I appreciate about TMC is they are not looking to waste your time, keep seeing you indefinitely, etc. From the initial consultation, I was made aware that their program works for some and not for others and it should be clear based off the consultation if it could work for me. After the consultation , I received an email with my personal plan (I don’t know if it’s the same for everyone but for me it was 6 weeks). They do not accept insurance but seeing that it had an “end date” I felt like it was manageable. I would compare the program somewhat to remote physical therapy. They explain how to do exercises and you do them on your own. I was very committed to doing them. My personal results is I’ve gone from 25 headache days a month to 2. That alone is enough reason for me to recommend TMC. I’m addition, some symptoms I related to my allergies improved (sinus pressure), as did my TMJ. For reference purposes, prior to TMC I went to a chiropractor for 2 years and PT for 1 year with no long lasting results.
Adrianna Jorganxhi
Dr. Turner is a gamechanger! It felt like just another shot in the dark when I stumbled on this site, desperate for answers...but this is the real deal. Finally someone who could explain why I had such a weird assortment of symptoms, and why what I had tried didn't solve the problem. I am well on my way to getting my life back and will be forever grateful to Dr. Turner and his staff.
Kelly Cavanaugh
I am so thankful for discovering this clinic and receiving the excellent care from Dr. Turner and all the staff! Treatment has helped me significantly with overcoming my vestibular migraines, and I have been able to wean off a lot of my preventative medication.
Amy Douglass
Honestly, I have tried EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN for my migraines (which I was getting about 50% of my life). I never thought this would work but I gave it a whirl. Dr. Turner is so friendly and patient and extremely knowledgeable. I did the movements he suggested as directed and I rarely have a headache anymore. If I do, it's just a regular headache that goes away if I lay down for a few minutes. I know what to do to now to manage my symptoms and why my migraines were occurring in the first place. Most other programs or medications simply manage symptoms while this really gets to the root of the underlying issue. Highly recommend!!!
Paula Keathley
Having suffered from migraines most of my adult life and knowing I needed “something else” I was curious & skeptical when I found this clinic via social media.
However after meeting with Dr. Turner via Zoom I was encouraged right away, as he managed to alleviate my neck pressure & pain in that consult. It only took 2 weeks to get consistent relief & I do my exercises daily & am looking forward to a migraine free future!
Andrea DeYoung
Dr. Turner was able to help me instantly reduce my migraines from the first assessment and realize where most of them are coming from in my neck. He truly knows how to find the issue quickly and teach you how to correct it so the underlying issue can heal rather than just cover it up.
Andrea Smith
I decided to try out the TX Migraine Clinic because Dr. Turner's explanation of the mechanical cause of migraines seemed very spot on for me. I am glad that I did. My headaches and neck and shoulder pain have improved quite a bit. I also have really great tools now to help me manage my pain and avoid onset in the first place. Both Dr. Turner and Stewart Horner were very pleasant to work with and very helpful. And while it is a self-pay treatment, it really didn't take many sessions, and was not anywhere near as expensive as other treatments I've tried. I definitely think it's worth a shot if you have head, jaw, neck or shoulder pain.
Maria Berger
I have waited over a year to review this clinic to ensure that my results would last. After a year, I can say that I’ve used an abortive migraine therapy only three times. Previously I was using my medicine three times a week when I was having migraines.
I am a medical provider and have trouble trusting anything that isn’t mainstream medicine, but this treatment honestly changed my life.
Previously I had tried medications, chiropractic care, and Botox injections (for over three years) without lasting relief.
I did the zoom version of this clinic’s treatment. It truly did eliminate my migraines. So thankful to have found this clinic.
Erin M
I have struggled with migraines and tension headaches my whole life. I have been to countless doctors and specialists looking for answers and solutions to fix the problem. Over the last several months, my symptoms were getting worse and I was seeing every kind of doctor and specialist I could to find out why but no one had any answers or solutions for me. My husband stumbled across Dr Jeff Turner and his practice during an online search to find me the next doctor to meet and check me out, and from the very first appt with him, I was cured. For the first time in months, I no longer had a migraine. I was not sore and achey. My shoulders had no more pain. The pain in my jaw and temples was gone. Dr Turner
Was thorough and very knowledgeable. He was calm and patient and actually listened to my concerns and frustrations. He provided me with the tools for me to get better and to eventually be pain free for good. I finally felt heard and understood and I was able to let my guard down and trust him when I had completely given up on doctors and professionals. I can genuinely say that Dr Turner has completely changed my life in just a few short visits. I went from sore and tense and tired and in pain and basically useless to fully functioning, happy, energetic and involved again. I highly recommend Dr Jeff Turner with the Texas Migraine Clinic to any and all that may be struggling with headaches, tension or nerve pain.
Savannah Vogel
Both Dr. Turner and Dr Horton are very knowledgeable, compassionate, and skillful in figuring out where migraine pain is coming from and how to slowly diminish the symptoms. I have just finished my 6 week one-on-one virtual treatments (I was skeptical at first that this could work virtually) and am feeling relief like never before. I'm hoping the healing and diminishing symptoms continue. So far I am really impressed and encouraged.
Heather Baskin
I have had chronic migraines for 40 years ! I had surgeries for migraines and sinus surgery and Botox , I tried all the preventative medicines and nothing helped ! I started taking aimovig shots once a month and got them down to maybe 13 or so a month . Then I read about the Texas Migraine Clinic and decided to try it as I was desperate! I started the treatments and had almost immediate results! Now if I keep up with my exercises I am down to 1 a month !
linda burkholder
After trying MANY different treatment options for my daily, debilitating complex migraine symptoms (numbness and tingling on one side, weakness, facial drooping, light and sound sensitivity, pain, overall feeling unwell) I came across an advertisement for Texas Migraine Clinic. Out of desperation I thought I would give it a try. Six weeks in and I feel my symptoms are 75% improved! I have learned how to manage and improve my symptoms before they get worse and I'm confident over the next months things are only going to get better. The attention to detail and instruction from Stuart and Dr Turner have been a blessing for my health in helping me to get back to enjoying my family and life again! Thank you for contributing to that!
Justin and Julia Kurtz
Dr. Turner & Stuart have done such a great job! When I first started I was just a little unsure because everything I tried prior to seeing them didn’t work. My work & my personal life were suffering, but after receiving treatment things turned around quickly for me & I'm so grateful!
Niya Jackson
After exploring so many options for migraines (chiropractor, dry needling, PT, meds, massages, stretching, procedures, etc), I met with Dr. Turner. I wasn’t sure how it would go since everything else I had tried was a disappointment…but I am now on week 3 feeling better than ever! I haven’t had a migraine for over 2 weeks and I still have weeks to go with what he has taught me. Highly recommend!!!
Dawn Knuth
When I had my consultation he demonstrated what the cause was and how to treat my migraines. Dr. Turner said I would need a total of six treatment's. After the consult I did not have a migraine for about six weeks. Then when they started back I finished the treatment and until this day still no migraines.
Mrs. T
*Update: It’s been over 3 months and I no longer have chronic migraines. I revisit exercises rarely, but I do maintain the good habits & postures learned to keep me feeling good. These changes are easy to incorporate and it’s all worth the days that turn into weeks without a migraine! 10/10 Recommend*
l recommend Dr. Turner at Texas Migraine Clinic to anyone and everyone who has suffered chronic pain. I have had migraines for 37 years along with various types of headaches, phantom pain, foot pain, back pain, and suffered the effects of chronic pain in all areas of my life. Dr. Turner’s understanding of the nerves and how they affect everything in our body is truly mind blowing and revolutionary. His method teaches physical therapy style techniques that I can do at home, and none of them are strenuous. They’re specifically designed to treat the exact area, causing all of my many symptoms. Not only has he changed my life but he’s done it by empowering me to continue my healing on my own. I’ve never had such an honest doctor. I’ve never had such a knowledgeable doctor. I’ve also never experienced a doctor whose goal is complete healing with the knowledge, based on quantifiable data, that it is possible. Dr. Turner is not in for the money, that is obvious that every step. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Turner and his stuff. Everyone has been wonderful and I am now pain-free more than I ever have been in my life. My journey continues even though I won’t need to have or pay for visits any longer. Dr. Turner and I fully expect for me to be 100% pain-free and six more weeks of easy, specific movement reps at home. This is life-changing for me. Six weeks with Dr. Turner can change your life too.
Sarah K. Alvarado
I learned a great deal about what could be causing my migraines. I can't say yet if it's working because my migraines are sometimes months apart. I believe it will though because I already have a much wider range of motion on my neck and back. I was able to graduate after 3 sessions. Highly recommend. Thanks Dr Turner.
Tami Mathison
I attend my sessions via telehealth and it was amazing.
I’ve had pain that was truly debilitating and episodic for unrelenting weeks at a time with no hills or valleys just walking up day after day in the same state of pain until the episode was over trying to find better medication was my only option until I found Dr. Turner And his clinic. I fell right in line with the typical demographics and the movement techniques worked very quickly. I’m still working on things but haven’t had severe pain or unrelenting pain that isn’t eased my sleep since starting with him. I’ve learned so much to help manage my migraines and decrease the time of day before triggers even become a factor and when they do they’re weaker and I have movements to ease the pain. It’s magical!!!
Kristin Jarrett
Absolutely 100% recommend the Texas Migraine Clinic! I have suffered from migraines since I was 12 and have tried what felt like everything to no avail. I've been told "well, you just have migraines" and honestly believed it for years. I've tried all the medications, chiropractic, Nerivio, avoiding triggers, etc., but nothing worked to actually decrease the migraines. I was usually just managing symptoms and hoping I'd avoid enough triggers, which didn't work. I have finally (I'm so scared to jinx it!) found a long-term solution that I don't feel is just managing, but actually treating the source of the migraines. If you've heard "you just have migraines" before, you need to try the alternative route that Dr. Turner and Texas Migraine Clinic have pioneered.
Sasha Gill Rezmer
I highly recommend working with TMC to improve your migraine management. Dr. Turner and his staff are professional, supportive, and flexible. They were commited to meeting my custom needs and providing education about their technique.
Makyla Iverson
Absolutely wonderful everyone is so kind understanding and patient. I’ve seen a huge difference already. I really appreciate everything that he’s done and just keeping everything so organized and everything was wonderful.
Kiara McComb
I feel amazing. Problems I have had for 20 years are gone. I can sleep again. No more nausea, facial numbness, and headaches.
Brenda Zylstra
Excellent !! It helped my tinnitus when everyone could not. 100% recommended his service.
Ignacio Macias
Well worth the investment to be free of frequent severe migraines and neck aches and expensive unhelpful medications. Dr Turner’s exercises greatly improved mobility and freed me from daily allegedly “preventative” meds that made me feel terrible and meds and headaches that were limiting my activities.
amy willeke
I have struggled with ocular migraines and neck issues since 35 and the clinic helped me with their program. The staff is super nice and helpful. I am starting my strength side of the program and excited to continue feeling better. Thank you!
Eric Hrovat
Truly positive experience. Beyond the return of my quality of life and health improvements the whole team has been great. Excellent communication, clear outline of what to expect, consistent and timely follow up. If only all healthcare worked this way!
Dana Schwerman
TLDR; I would give it 5 stars if the program was geared towards neck and upper back pain, but I am giving it four stars as I did not experience relief for my (hormonal) migraines.

I became interested in the program offered by Steven Turner's clinic after suffering with migraines for about 18 months. My migraines appeared to be linked to hormonal fluctuations, and I would have anywhere between 1-3 migraines a week during flare ups (typically two weeks each month). I also had recurrent pain radiating from my neck onto my scapula and shoulder that prevented me from working out effectively and were managed by massage therapy. During the initial assessment Steven Turner suspected I had a disk bulge in my neck, later verified by MRI, and suggested this may contribute to severity, frequency and how treatable my migraines were. My neurologist also encouraged me to try this program, but unfortunately it did not help with migraines.

Both Steven Turner and Stuart Horton were very thorough, attentive and engaging. Their questionnaires and suggestions about ergonomics, exercises, supplements are extremely helpful. This program helped me with posture, neck stiffness and pain in my shoulder and upper back, which have not returned since starting the program.

I recommend this program if your migraines or upper back issues are likely linked to bulging disks in the neck.
Caterina Vacchi Suzzi
Dr Turner and Dr Horton of the Texas Migraine Clinic are wonderfully caring, supportive and capable of helping humans suffering with chronic migraines. I just completed the program and am doing the steps I learned and find I am able to pinpoint problem areas and work at resolving contributing factors to my daily migraines. The Texas Migraine Clinic was a great addition to my quest to end my migraine journey. Thank you!
Sam Alexandra
I have been very impressed with Dr Turner and staff. Patients are given great individualized,compassionate care. I have followed docs orders and I am definitely feeling relief from my vestibular migraines. I started at a pain/symptom level of a 7 and was at 0 pain level today.I didn't realize my first consult was free until I contacted the office, which was a bonus. I was referred by another VM patient who is doing incredibly well a year after starting her treatment with Dr.Turner. I highly recommend!! If you are debating on this clinic,give the free consult a try. You won't regret it! Thanks again Texas Migraine Clinic!
Amanda K
Dr Turner’s program has been an important piece of my healing journey. It hasn’t been a cure-all for me, but has addressed what other practitioners missed. I am grateful for the pain reduction so far and am hopeful for continued progress!
Kira Miron
I’ve had migraines off and on for years, but started having them several times a week in January. I started seeing Dr. Turner about four months ago and have only had two since I started. And they were the mildest I’ve ever ever had. His method of treatment is doable and easy at home. I would recommend him to anyone that has migraines!! And even though we only met through Zoom, my quality of care was absolutely wonderful!!
Heather Purvis
Amazing, both Dr. Turner and Stuart have help me turned my life around. Been in the program for about a month . Have not had a migraine for three weeks. Now just working on brain fog. Thank god, no more Topamax.
Ed Boyce
Dr. Turner helped to relieve my tension headaches with his fresh approach on migraine treatment. I am forever grateful I found him : )
Molly Rodriguez
So far so good with my treatment at Texas Migraine clinic. I’ve suffered w chronic migraine and chronic daily headache for 9 years. Their treatment, so far, is changing the way I feel and giving me hope that I can be headache free! Highly recommend for those suffering and getting no help w medications, injections etc.
Mauri Collins
Great team of professionals who care about what they do and offer tangible and workable solutions to chronic migraine sufferers. Dr Turners advice and strategies proved to be a game changer for me and offered me a solution that no neurologist could match. I am symptom free and also have been educated as to what is really going on and what I can do, should my symptoms resurface. If you are willing to take responsibility to become an active partner on your healing journey, re educate yourself and change some basic habits, then this will work for you too. Highly recommended!
Tracy May
So far I have experienced amazing results. I’ve had the consult, assessment, and one visit. Second visit is scheduled for tomorrow. I have had more headache/migraine free days the past two weeks than days in pain. Excited for lasting results.
Tina Koert
I had daily migraines before getting help from the Texas Migraine Clinic. I was taking sumatriptan daily along with many migraine preventatives. I had multiple bulging discs in my neck. Before the program, I had tried just about everything including cortisone injections into the neck vertebrae and facet joints which did absolutely nothing for me. The program is simple and easy to do and takes very little time and brings about life changing benefits. In the same amount of time it takes to brush my teeth, I have reversed the disc issues in my neck. Who wouldn't want to improve their bulging discs and eliminate migraines from their daily life!
Nancy Lawrence
This entire practice is amazing! The whole team was amazingly helpful and kind. Dr. Turner is, truly, fully equipped in research and practice. He has made an enormous difference in my day to day life and has completely treated my migraine symptoms.
I would fully recommend this clinic to anyone who is suffering from migraines.
Jennifer Beagley
All I can say is if you’re on the fence about Dr. Turners method, JUST DO IT! I suffered for almost 8 years with debilitating migraines and my life just felt so messed up because of the worry if when, how I will get a migrane. Did I eat something wrong ETC. Not only did my headaches go away but he teaches you how to track them and the triggers which is Pricesless as a yoga practitioner and exercise fanatic I love to learn how to help myself without pills. Be patient and trust that he knows what he’s doing and you WILL HEAL!
Elise
Hypnosis For Healing
After 40 years of migraines occurring 6-8 days a month, I've finally found relief! I've been migraine-free for the last 5 months as a result of Dr. Turner's treatment. I will admit that I was very skeptical, after having no results from visiting neurologists, chiropractors, pain clinics, etc., over the years with no cure - only treatment of symptoms. Dr. Turner's methods seemed too good to be true. I'm so glad that I gave it a try! I would highly recommend him to anyone suffering from chronic headaches.
Phil Myers
Dr Turner is very known and will answer every question you have. I’m in the middle of my treatment, I already learned the exercises and I am doing it everyday. There is still a long way to go, but I can see already some relief!
Deborah Jerussalmy

Migraine Headache Specialists Waco TX

Waco, TX, is one of the cities where the Texas Migraine Clinic Online Treatment System is available. Currently, the treatment system we use is the most developed of its type. It is one of the most effective forms of treatment for headaches and migraines. And this is available to patients in Waco without even leaving their homes for treatment.

Why is what we do different than what other practices and Neurologists would do?

The treatment system in use is the first of its kind. Every migraine and headache treatment is either Pain Management or Preventative. This means that you will only find treatments for Managing the pain or reducing the frequency and intensity of the symptoms. Our treatment system is different, however. While all other practices are focused on "numbing" the pain, our treatment focuses on fixing the problem that causes the pain.

Modern Research for Chronic Migraines and Headaches

Many will point out that the true source of headaches and migraines has not been found yet. However, this is not necessarily true. Research nowadays is not on finding the root cause of headaches and migraines. It is generally to develop better medications or preventative measures to fight the symptoms. It is entirely true that a medication that gets rid of headaches and migraines does not exist. But that is not all there is to it.

In 2003, Dr. Jeffery Turner, a spine & Migraine/Headache specialist, came across what he believed to be the source of the majority of headaches and migraines. He found that there was identifiable tissue damage that inflamed and caused headaches and migraines. After finding this, Dr. Turner began his work developing a treatment system for it.

A Few of His findings include:

Dr. Turner found that migraines and headaches have symptoms that generally start in one area and then gradually move into other areas. For example. Most all headaches and migraines have an overlooked symptom of constant tightness in the upper shoulders and shoulder blades. When a migraine hits, the symptoms will worsen, and pain will move up to the base of the skull, then forward to the rest of the face. Many incorrectly believe that the tightness they feel in their upper back, shoulders, and neck is stress when it is a result of an injury.

Contrary to common belief, Migraines and Headaches are rarely ever a neurological disease. But instead, they are caused by a physiological problem that can be fixed if very carefully approached. After nearly two decades, Dr. Turner perfected his practice through thousands of clinical trials and patient treatments. Texas Migraine Clinic was also founded by Dr. Turner to make his treatment system readily available.

Online Treatment for Migraine And Headaches

The focus of treatment through Texas Migraine Clinic is to assist the patient's body in the healing process. The focus is to heal the underlying tissue damage. Fixing the problem at the root is the only way to win the war against headaches and migraines. Because it is a fix-focused treatment, it is entirely non-invasive. Non-invasive therapies and treatments do not include medications, surgery, or anything that can have harmful side effects. Because your system is non-invasive, it is entirely natural and has no adverse side effects.

How It Works

At Texas Migraine clinic, patients are connected with the practitioner over an online video call. He then walks each patient through a customized set of instructions to help them get over their problem. The treatment also does not require ongoing treatment. This means that there is an endpoint to treatment. After treatment is over, you no longer need to find treatment through Texas Migraine Clinic. We are dedicated to fixing headaches and migraines, not covering them up by managing the symptoms the problem brings.

Let us say that you have a dislocated shoulder (as an analogy). If you go to the doctor, and they give you pain medication, did the pain medication fix the problem? Although it may have decreased the pain, it did not fix anything. Your arm is still dislocated. Once the doctor puts your arm back in its socket, it still hurts for a bit until it is fully healed. After having your shoulder healed, you no longer need painkillers for your arm or any other form of treatment because the issue was resolved.

The Similarities

The issue that causes headaches and migraines is NOT a dislocated shoulder, of course, as you may have guessed. However, there are a lot of parallels. It is the truth that to get over your headaches and migraines, you have to treat the source of the issue. Just taking pain killers and preventatives does nothing at all for fixing your headaches and migraines. They are useful to numb the pain, but they can hardly be called a treatment option.

A Physical Therapist, during the healing process of your shoulder, may tell you things to so to help it heal correctly. And most of the stuff they do tell you does not require them to manually work on your arm. It is a similar thing for your headache and migraine treatment. You can be walked through the healing process without manual work with the practitioner. This is what our entirely online-based treatment system is established on.

The Online Treatment System

The treatment system in use is completely online. Many practitioners have started using online treatments beginning with the Covid-19 Pandemic. However, Texas Migraine Clinic has already been implementing the online treatment system for several years. It is simple to set up for each patient, and there is almost no hassle when getting sessions up and running.

The Second Focus of Texas Migraine Clinic

One of the most overlooked complications of headaches and migraines are the psychological effects they bring. Some factors contribute to this. There is the constant isolation (if the problem is chronic), and many other roadblocks in functionality that hold people back from, well, most everything. Texas Migraine Clinic has the privilege of getting people's lives back on track through the treatment we provide. However, it is not through life coaching, but through the removal of the headaches and migraines that cause the negative psychological symptoms.

Over the years, this is one of the main reasons that Dr. Turner has persevered in his work. Knowing that our work has a lasting positive impact on others' lives gives wings to what we do. Depression, anxiety, and a sense of purposelessness are some examples of common psychological effects of headaches and migraines.

Migraines and headaches, especially if they are chronic, tank productivity. This causes the person who has them to have exceptionally low productivity. In itself, low productivity makes holding up responsibilities impossible. For example, a parent may have a tough time even playing with their child because the pain is that bad, or they are incredibly fatigued. Even those with jobs may find it challenging to fulfill their role.

The Causes of the Psychological Drawbacks

What is surprising is that, in most cases, the symptoms of migraines and headaches are not the culprits behind dramatically reduced productivity, depression, and anxiety. The leading causes of these are usually the treatments people use to fight off the symptoms. For example, depression, anxiety, and grogginess can be common side effects to pain management medications.

Not only this, but isolation itself is mainly caused by trigger avoidance. Trigger avoidance is another form of migraine prevention and pain management. Many migraine and headache sufferers find themselves cooped up in a quiet, dark room. They do this because most everything can trigger an attack, or inflame the already present one. Lights can set one off; loud sounds can trigger them, foods, body position, weather, and that's right, practically everything. There will be a longer list at the bottom of the page if you are interested.

Trigger avoidance and the unpredictability of attacks are two of the most significant setbacks because it removes the freedom to make plans and do things. Vacations, events, and workdays are not easily planned in advanced with headaches and migraines. And this is because there is no way of knowing if there will be an attack, or if what you will be doing might trigger an attack.

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Well worth the investment to be free of frequent severe migraines and neck aches and expensive unhelpful medications. Dr Turner’s exercises greatly improved mobility and freed me from daily allegedly “preventative” meds that made me feel terrible and meds and headaches that were limiting my activities.
amy willeke
I am so thankful for discovering this clinic and receiving the excellent care from Dr. Turner and all the staff! Treatment has helped me significantly with overcoming my vestibular migraines, and I have been able to wean off a lot of my preventative medication.
Amy Douglass
Having suffered from migraines most of my adult life and knowing I needed “something else” I was curious & skeptical when I found this clinic via social media.
However after meeting with Dr. Turner via Zoom I was encouraged right away, as he managed to alleviate my neck pressure & pain in that consult. It only took 2 weeks to get consistent relief & I do my exercises daily & am looking forward to a migraine free future!
Andrea DeYoung
I feel amazing. Problems I have had for 20 years are gone. I can sleep again. No more nausea, facial numbness, and headaches.
Brenda Zylstra
I decided to try out the TX Migraine Clinic because Dr. Turner's explanation of the mechanical cause of migraines seemed very spot on for me. I am glad that I did. My headaches and neck and shoulder pain have improved quite a bit. I also have really great tools now to help me manage my pain and avoid onset in the first place. Both Dr. Turner and Stewart Horner were very pleasant to work with and very helpful. And while it is a self-pay treatment, it really didn't take many sessions, and was not anywhere near as expensive as other treatments I've tried. I definitely think it's worth a shot if you have head, jaw, neck or shoulder pain.
Maria Berger
Excellent !! It helped my tinnitus when everyone could not. 100% recommended his service.
Ignacio Macias
Dr Turner is very known and will answer every question you have. I’m in the middle of my treatment, I already learned the exercises and I am doing it everyday. There is still a long way to go, but I can see already some relief!
Deborah Jerussalmy
I have struggled with migraines and tension headaches my whole life. I have been to countless doctors and specialists looking for answers and solutions to fix the problem. Over the last several months, my symptoms were getting worse and I was seeing every kind of doctor and specialist I could to find out why but no one had any answers or solutions for me. My husband stumbled across Dr Jeff Turner and his practice during an online search to find me the next doctor to meet and check me out, and from the very first appt with him, I was cured. For the first time in months, I no longer had a migraine. I was not sore and achey. My shoulders had no more pain. The pain in my jaw and temples was gone. Dr Turner
Was thorough and very knowledgeable. He was calm and patient and actually listened to my concerns and frustrations. He provided me with the tools for me to get better and to eventually be pain free for good. I finally felt heard and understood and I was able to let my guard down and trust him when I had completely given up on doctors and professionals. I can genuinely say that Dr Turner has completely changed my life in just a few short visits. I went from sore and tense and tired and in pain and basically useless to fully functioning, happy, energetic and involved again. I highly recommend Dr Jeff Turner with the Texas Migraine Clinic to any and all that may be struggling with headaches, tension or nerve pain.
Savannah Vogel
After 40 years of migraines occurring 6-8 days a month, I've finally found relief! I've been migraine-free for the last 5 months as a result of Dr. Turner's treatment. I will admit that I was very skeptical, after having no results from visiting neurologists, chiropractors, pain clinics, etc., over the years with no cure - only treatment of symptoms. Dr. Turner's methods seemed too good to be true. I'm so glad that I gave it a try! I would highly recommend him to anyone suffering from chronic headaches.
Phil Myers
I have struggled with ocular migraines and neck issues since 35 and the clinic helped me with their program. The staff is super nice and helpful. I am starting my strength side of the program and excited to continue feeling better. Thank you!
Eric Hrovat
So far so good with my treatment at Texas Migraine clinic. I’ve suffered w chronic migraine and chronic daily headache for 9 years. Their treatment, so far, is changing the way I feel and giving me hope that I can be headache free! Highly recommend for those suffering and getting no help w medications, injections etc.
Mauri Collins
*Update: It’s been over 3 months and I no longer have chronic migraines. I revisit exercises rarely, but I do maintain the good habits & postures learned to keep me feeling good. These changes are easy to incorporate and it’s all worth the days that turn into weeks without a migraine! 10/10 Recommend*
l recommend Dr. Turner at Texas Migraine Clinic to anyone and everyone who has suffered chronic pain. I have had migraines for 37 years along with various types of headaches, phantom pain, foot pain, back pain, and suffered the effects of chronic pain in all areas of my life. Dr. Turner’s understanding of the nerves and how they affect everything in our body is truly mind blowing and revolutionary. His method teaches physical therapy style techniques that I can do at home, and none of them are strenuous. They’re specifically designed to treat the exact area, causing all of my many symptoms. Not only has he changed my life but he’s done it by empowering me to continue my healing on my own. I’ve never had such an honest doctor. I’ve never had such a knowledgeable doctor. I’ve also never experienced a doctor whose goal is complete healing with the knowledge, based on quantifiable data, that it is possible. Dr. Turner is not in for the money, that is obvious that every step. I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Turner and his stuff. Everyone has been wonderful and I am now pain-free more than I ever have been in my life. My journey continues even though I won’t need to have or pay for visits any longer. Dr. Turner and I fully expect for me to be 100% pain-free and six more weeks of easy, specific movement reps at home. This is life-changing for me. Six weeks with Dr. Turner can change your life too.
Sarah K. Alvarado
Amazing, both Dr. Turner and Stuart have help me turned my life around. Been in the program for about a month . Have not had a migraine for three weeks. Now just working on brain fog. Thank god, no more Topamax.
Ed Boyce
Both Dr. Turner and Dr Horton are very knowledgeable, compassionate, and skillful in figuring out where migraine pain is coming from and how to slowly diminish the symptoms. I have just finished my 6 week one-on-one virtual treatments (I was skeptical at first that this could work virtually) and am feeling relief like never before. I'm hoping the healing and diminishing symptoms continue. So far I am really impressed and encouraged.
Heather Baskin
I attend my sessions via telehealth and it was amazing.
I’ve had pain that was truly debilitating and episodic for unrelenting weeks at a time with no hills or valleys just walking up day after day in the same state of pain until the episode was over trying to find better medication was my only option until I found Dr. Turner And his clinic. I fell right in line with the typical demographics and the movement techniques worked very quickly. I’m still working on things but haven’t had severe pain or unrelenting pain that isn’t eased my sleep since starting with him. I’ve learned so much to help manage my migraines and decrease the time of day before triggers even become a factor and when they do they’re weaker and I have movements to ease the pain. It’s magical!!!
Kristin Jarrett
Dr. Turner & Stuart have done such a great job! When I first started I was just a little unsure because everything I tried prior to seeing them didn’t work. My work & my personal life were suffering, but after receiving treatment things turned around quickly for me & I'm so grateful!
Niya Jackson
I had daily migraines before getting help from the Texas Migraine Clinic. I was taking sumatriptan daily along with many migraine preventatives. I had multiple bulging discs in my neck. Before the program, I had tried just about everything including cortisone injections into the neck vertebrae and facet joints which did absolutely nothing for me. The program is simple and easy to do and takes very little time and brings about life changing benefits. In the same amount of time it takes to brush my teeth, I have reversed the disc issues in my neck. Who wouldn't want to improve their bulging discs and eliminate migraines from their daily life!
Nancy Lawrence
Dr Turner’s program has been an important piece of my healing journey. It hasn’t been a cure-all for me, but has addressed what other practitioners missed. I am grateful for the pain reduction so far and am hopeful for continued progress!
Kira Miron
TX Migraine Clinic offered me a new, non prescription treatment to incorporate into my daily routine that has helped address the frequency of my migraines. It has been helpful to learn about how the anatomy and spinal discs play an important part in causing headaches for me.

My consults were virtual and would though I would have preferred to have an in person assessment, the video calls were effective.
Kristin Grosse
Honestly, I have tried EVERYTHING UNDER THE SUN for my migraines (which I was getting about 50% of my life). I never thought this would work but I gave it a whirl. Dr. Turner is so friendly and patient and extremely knowledgeable. I did the movements he suggested as directed and I rarely have a headache anymore. If I do, it's just a regular headache that goes away if I lay down for a few minutes. I know what to do to now to manage my symptoms and why my migraines were occurring in the first place. Most other programs or medications simply manage symptoms while this really gets to the root of the underlying issue. Highly recommend!!!
Paula Keathley
Absolutely 100% recommend the Texas Migraine Clinic! I have suffered from migraines since I was 12 and have tried what felt like everything to no avail. I've been told "well, you just have migraines" and honestly believed it for years. I've tried all the medications, chiropractic, Nerivio, avoiding triggers, etc., but nothing worked to actually decrease the migraines. I was usually just managing symptoms and hoping I'd avoid enough triggers, which didn't work. I have finally (I'm so scared to jinx it!) found a long-term solution that I don't feel is just managing, but actually treating the source of the migraines. If you've heard "you just have migraines" before, you need to try the alternative route that Dr. Turner and Texas Migraine Clinic have pioneered.
Sasha Gill Rezmer
2 years of constant neck/head pain was much improved after 2 sessions with Dr. Turner. I had tried physical therapy in the past several times with PT's in my area. It helped short term but the pain always returned and worsened with time. One month with Dr. Turner and Mr. Horton. I am now waking up with no pain for the first time in years! Facial tension, sinus/eye pressure are gone as well. Thank you both and thank God for sending me here!!!
Hollie Parks
Truly positive experience. Beyond the return of my quality of life and health improvements the whole team has been great. Excellent communication, clear outline of what to expect, consistent and timely follow up. If only all healthcare worked this way!
Dana Schwerman
I highly recommend working with TMC to improve your migraine management. Dr. Turner and his staff are professional, supportive, and flexible. They were commited to meeting my custom needs and providing education about their technique.
Makyla Iverson
Dr. Turner helped to relieve my tension headaches with his fresh approach on migraine treatment. I am forever grateful I found him : )
Molly Rodriguez
Absolutely wonderful everyone is so kind understanding and patient. I’ve seen a huge difference already. I really appreciate everything that he’s done and just keeping everything so organized and everything was wonderful.
Kiara McComb
I have been very impressed with Dr Turner and staff. Patients are given great individualized,compassionate care. I have followed docs orders and I am definitely feeling relief from my vestibular migraines. I started at a pain/symptom level of a 7 and was at 0 pain level today.I didn't realize my first consult was free until I contacted the office, which was a bonus. I was referred by another VM patient who is doing incredibly well a year after starting her treatment with Dr.Turner. I highly recommend!! If you are debating on this clinic,give the free consult a try. You won't regret it! Thanks again Texas Migraine Clinic!
Amanda K
Before TMC , I had an average of 25 headache days a month with 10-15 being migraine days. I personally felt a difference from the initial consultation. What I appreciate about TMC is they are not looking to waste your time, keep seeing you indefinitely, etc. From the initial consultation, I was made aware that their program works for some and not for others and it should be clear based off the consultation if it could work for me. After the consultation , I received an email with my personal plan (I don’t know if it’s the same for everyone but for me it was 6 weeks). They do not accept insurance but seeing that it had an “end date” I felt like it was manageable. I would compare the program somewhat to remote physical therapy. They explain how to do exercises and you do them on your own. I was very committed to doing them. My personal results is I’ve gone from 25 headache days a month to 2. That alone is enough reason for me to recommend TMC. I’m addition, some symptoms I related to my allergies improved (sinus pressure), as did my TMJ. For reference purposes, prior to TMC I went to a chiropractor for 2 years and PT for 1 year with no long lasting results.
Adrianna Jorganxhi
This entire practice is amazing! The whole team was amazingly helpful and kind. Dr. Turner is, truly, fully equipped in research and practice. He has made an enormous difference in my day to day life and has completely treated my migraine symptoms.
I would fully recommend this clinic to anyone who is suffering from migraines.
Jennifer Beagley
I’ve had migraines off and on for years, but started having them several times a week in January. I started seeing Dr. Turner about four months ago and have only had two since I started. And they were the mildest I’ve ever ever had. His method of treatment is doable and easy at home. I would recommend him to anyone that has migraines!! And even though we only met through Zoom, my quality of care was absolutely wonderful!!
Heather Purvis
TLDR; I would give it 5 stars if the program was geared towards neck and upper back pain, but I am giving it four stars as I did not experience relief for my (hormonal) migraines.

I became interested in the program offered by Steven Turner's clinic after suffering with migraines for about 18 months. My migraines appeared to be linked to hormonal fluctuations, and I would have anywhere between 1-3 migraines a week during flare ups (typically two weeks each month). I also had recurrent pain radiating from my neck onto my scapula and shoulder that prevented me from working out effectively and were managed by massage therapy. During the initial assessment Steven Turner suspected I had a disk bulge in my neck, later verified by MRI, and suggested this may contribute to severity, frequency and how treatable my migraines were. My neurologist also encouraged me to try this program, but unfortunately it did not help with migraines.

Both Steven Turner and Stuart Horton were very thorough, attentive and engaging. Their questionnaires and suggestions about ergonomics, exercises, supplements are extremely helpful. This program helped me with posture, neck stiffness and pain in my shoulder and upper back, which have not returned since starting the program.

I recommend this program if your migraines or upper back issues are likely linked to bulging disks in the neck.
Caterina Vacchi Suzzi
Great team of professionals who care about what they do and offer tangible and workable solutions to chronic migraine sufferers. Dr Turners advice and strategies proved to be a game changer for me and offered me a solution that no neurologist could match. I am symptom free and also have been educated as to what is really going on and what I can do, should my symptoms resurface. If you are willing to take responsibility to become an active partner on your healing journey, re educate yourself and change some basic habits, then this will work for you too. Highly recommended!
Tracy May
Dr Turner and Dr Horton of the Texas Migraine Clinic are wonderfully caring, supportive and capable of helping humans suffering with chronic migraines. I just completed the program and am doing the steps I learned and find I am able to pinpoint problem areas and work at resolving contributing factors to my daily migraines. The Texas Migraine Clinic was a great addition to my quest to end my migraine journey. Thank you!
Sam Alexandra
Texas Migraine Clinic exceeded my expectations in efficiently treating impossible headache pain. The staff's expertise and personalized approach made my experience truly remarkable. The clinic's effective solutions for migraine relief sets them apart, making it a top choice for those seeking comprehensive and efficient care.
Andrea Roche MA, LPC
I can’t say enough good things about the clinic. Even as a virtual patient, I’ve been able to feel my symptoms improve weekly. I’m grateful for the support and I now have hope that migraines can be a thing of the past for me.
Christy Goforth
So far I have experienced amazing results. I’ve had the consult, assessment, and one visit. Second visit is scheduled for tomorrow. I have had more headache/migraine free days the past two weeks than days in pain. Excited for lasting results.
Tina Koert
After trying MANY different treatment options for my daily, debilitating complex migraine symptoms (numbness and tingling on one side, weakness, facial drooping, light and sound sensitivity, pain, overall feeling unwell) I came across an advertisement for Texas Migraine Clinic. Out of desperation I thought I would give it a try. Six weeks in and I feel my symptoms are 75% improved! I have learned how to manage and improve my symptoms before they get worse and I'm confident over the next months things are only going to get better. The attention to detail and instruction from Stuart and Dr Turner have been a blessing for my health in helping me to get back to enjoying my family and life again! Thank you for contributing to that!
Justin and Julia Kurtz
After exploring so many options for migraines (chiropractor, dry needling, PT, meds, massages, stretching, procedures, etc), I met with Dr. Turner. I wasn’t sure how it would go since everything else I had tried was a disappointment…but I am now on week 3 feeling better than ever! I haven’t had a migraine for over 2 weeks and I still have weeks to go with what he has taught me. Highly recommend!!!
Dawn Knuth
Dr. Turner is a gamechanger! It felt like just another shot in the dark when I stumbled on this site, desperate for answers...but this is the real deal. Finally someone who could explain why I had such a weird assortment of symptoms, and why what I had tried didn't solve the problem. I am well on my way to getting my life back and will be forever grateful to Dr. Turner and his staff.
Kelly Cavanaugh
I was skeptical about the treatment at first, but as you can read with all other reviews, it really does work with almost everyone.I've had migraines for only 3 years, but I was already at my wit's end with my most recent migraine and was researching other options when TMC popped up. Scheduled the first free consultation and I started to feel pressure relief immediately. Not only have I not had a migraine since starting, but I also haven't been waking up with small sinus pressure headaches I normally wake up with everyday. They're very professional and listen to what you say is happening and what you're feeling to move forward. Highly recommend!
Elizabeth Garcia
I came across the information for the Texas Migraine Clinic after several different neurologists, several different migraine medications, and at least two other non traditional therapies, and no success. After watching the informative video, I learned I was Dr. Turner’s “average” patient: almost the same number of specialists, drug therapies, alternative therapies, even the average age (plus 1), so I decided to give it a try. The zoom sessions were informative and easy to follow; I didn’t even feel like there was a need to be seen in person. This program was the game changer for me. With all therapies, things may get more difficult before they get better, but they will get better. I feel confident that I am set up to make sure things dont go back to the way were upon graduation. And the best part? The staff! Dr Turner was friendly and compassionate, Annabelle was incredibly kind, and anyone else I spoke with treated me with a smile. Cannot recommend enough.
A Jones
When I had my consultation he demonstrated what the cause was and how to treat my migraines. Dr. Turner said I would need a total of six treatment's. After the consult I did not have a migraine for about six weeks. Then when they started back I finished the treatment and until this day still no migraines.
Mrs. T
I learned a great deal about what could be causing my migraines. I can't say yet if it's working because my migraines are sometimes months apart. I believe it will though because I already have a much wider range of motion on my neck and back. I was able to graduate after 3 sessions. Highly recommend. Thanks Dr Turner.
Tami Mathison
Dr. Turner was able to help me instantly reduce my migraines from the first assessment and realize where most of them are coming from in my neck. He truly knows how to find the issue quickly and teach you how to correct it so the underlying issue can heal rather than just cover it up.
Andrea Smith
I have had chronic migraines for 40 years ! I had surgeries for migraines and sinus surgery and Botox , I tried all the preventative medicines and nothing helped ! I started taking aimovig shots once a month and got them down to maybe 13 or so a month . Then I read about the Texas Migraine Clinic and decided to try it as I was desperate! I started the treatments and had almost immediate results! Now if I keep up with my exercises I am down to 1 a month !
linda burkholder
I have waited over a year to review this clinic to ensure that my results would last. After a year, I can say that I’ve used an abortive migraine therapy only three times. Previously I was using my medicine three times a week when I was having migraines.
I am a medical provider and have trouble trusting anything that isn’t mainstream medicine, but this treatment honestly changed my life.
Previously I had tried medications, chiropractic care, and Botox injections (for over three years) without lasting relief.
I did the zoom version of this clinic’s treatment. It truly did eliminate my migraines. So thankful to have found this clinic.
Erin M
All I can say is if you’re on the fence about Dr. Turners method, JUST DO IT! I suffered for almost 8 years with debilitating migraines and my life just felt so messed up because of the worry if when, how I will get a migrane. Did I eat something wrong ETC. Not only did my headaches go away but he teaches you how to track them and the triggers which is Pricesless as a yoga practitioner and exercise fanatic I love to learn how to help myself without pills. Be patient and trust that he knows what he’s doing and you WILL HEAL!
Elise
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Treatment for Patients in Waco, TX

Welcome to the treatment page for Waco, TX. At Texas Migraine Clinic, we do things a little differently. Instead of attempting to stop the pain, we actually focus on fixing the cause of that pain. This frequently causes the migraine and headache pain and other symptoms to leave completely.* It's amazing what actually happens when the source of headaches and migraines is fixed - not just "covered up" with pain killers. Our goal for patients in Waco, and the rest of the world, is complete migraine relief. Furthermore, many of our patients do, in fact, reach near - 100%, or complete migraine and headache relief if they adhere to our system of Treatment.  Using our remote treatment option, we can now see patients in Waco, TX... without the patients ever having to drive to our physical location to see us in person.

We accomplish this through the remote treatment option for our Advanced Treatment, which has proven to be much more convenient for patients than commuting to their appointments to our physical location.

To see what this Advanced Treatment can accomplish for you, take the Admission Survey above.

Here is a longer list of Triggers
-Aged cheeses
-Alcohol
-Artificial Sweeteners
-Caffeine (if in withdrawal or having too much)
-Chocolate
-Citrus fruits
-Cured Meats
-Dehydration
-Depression
-Dried FishDried Nuts
-Exercise
-Eyestrain
-Fatigue (Too much)
-Food Additives (NMSG, Nitrates, Nitrites)
-Gluten
-Lights (Glare, Bright, or Flashing)
-Menstrual Periods
-Medications
-Noise (Loud or prolonged)
-Nuts (Because of Tyramine)
-Onions
-Odors / Strong Smells
-Salt (in high quantity)
-Not enough food (or Fasting)
-Stress
-Temperature (If too cold or warm)
-Watching Movies / TV
-Weather

*This is not a full list, only a list of generic and common migraine and headache triggers. Focusing on avoiding triggers will not solve anything long term. After fixing the root problem, many of these triggers will no longer exist. Take the quiz above to learn more.

Does it work for everyone?

No, although it does work for the majority of people with migraines. There are many different factors to consider, and everyone's issue may differ slightly. The chances of migraines and headaches coming from a different root is a possibility, though quite rare. The average patient we treat, last we checked, has had headaches and migraines for more than 20 years; and had seen five different types of specialists or doctors for their problem without finding lasting relief. The success rate of completely removing the headaches and migraines is above 60%, and the success rate of drastically reduced pain and frequency is above 90%.

This natural migraine and headache treatment is entirely non-invasive. It is only to assist your body in fixing itself where the issue lies. Your body cannot heal on its own unless the root issue is resolved. No matter which treatment system you pursue, we are hoping the best for you.