Bend Headache Center

07/29/2025

🌡️ Hormones might be doing more than just shifting your mood, they could be triggering your migraines, too.

From puberty to pregnancy to perimenopause, hormonal changes play a major role in migraine patterns, especially for women. At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus takes a deeper look at how estrogen and other hormone fluctuations can lead to debilitating headaches and what you can do to regain control.

👩‍⚕️ Understanding why your migraines happen is the first step toward lasting relief.

📍 Get clarity and support in Bend, Oregon:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/the-role-of-hormonal-changes-in-triggering-migraines-a-detailed-study/

Discover how hormonal fluctuations can trigger migraines. Learn about preventive measures and treatments.

07/29/2025

🌬️ Did you know the air you breathe could be triggering your migraines?

Air quality isn’t just a concern for respiratory health, it can play a powerful role in the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. From wildfire smoke to seasonal pollutants, environmental changes in places like Bend, Oregon can seriously affect how you feel.

At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus helps patients identify hidden triggers like air quality, so they can finally find lasting relief, not just temporary fixes.

🚫 Don’t let the invisible elements in your environment keep you in pain.

📍 Learn more about how air quality might be impacting your migraines and what you can do about it:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/the-impact-of-air-quality-on-migraines-an-overlooked-factor/

Discover how air quality can impact the frequency and severity of migraines and learn about preventive measures.

07/04/2025

🎆 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Bend Headache Center! 🇺🇸

As we celebrate freedom, family, and fireworks, don’t forget to care for your health, especially if loud sounds or summer stress trigger headaches or TMJ flare-ups. 💥

Whether you're enjoying the sunshine or laying low indoors, we’re here to support your journey to better, pain-free living.

Wishing you a safe, joyful Independence Day filled with moments that make you smile. ❤️🤍💙

07/03/2025

🧠 Sleep and brain health are more connected than you might think, especially when sleep apnea is involved.

At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus is shedding light on the link between untreated sleep apnea and cognitive decline. 💤

When your brain doesn’t get the oxygen it needs during sleep, it can affect:

Memory and concentration
Decision-making
Mood and mental clarity
Long-term neurological health

Over time, this silent condition can take a serious toll not just on how you sleep, but how you think and feel every day.

If you or someone you love snores, wakes up tired, or struggles with brain fog, now’s the time to get answers.

🧩 Learn how Dr. Mingus helps patients in Bend, Oregon, treat sleep apnea and protect their long-term cognitive wellness:
🔗 https://bendheadachecenter.com/sleep-apnea-and-cognitive-decline-unraveling-the-link

Delve into the connection between sleep apnea and cognitive decline, highlighting the risk factors and preventive measures for patients.

07/03/2025

🤰 Headaches during pregnancy can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone, and relief is possible.

In this blog, Dr. Kelley Mingus at Bend Headache Center breaks down:

💥 Common causes of pregnancy headaches
🌿 Safe, effective management options
🚨 When it’s time to seek professional help

Whether it’s hormonal changes, stress, or sleep disruptions, understanding what’s behind the pain can help you feel more in control—and more at ease during this important time.

📍 Read the full guide here:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/navigating-pregnancy-headaches-causes-management-and-when-to-seek-help/



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Understand the causes of pregnancy headaches, how to manage them effectively, and when to seek professional help.

06/26/2025

😴 Think you're just snoring?
It could be something more.

Sleep apnea is a hidden condition that quietly disrupts your rest and your health. Left untreated, it can contribute to fatigue, memory loss, high blood pressure, and even heart disease.

In this blog, Dr. Kelley Mingus of Bend Headache Center explains:

🛑 Why sleep apnea often goes undiagnosed
🧠 How it affects your brain and body overnight
🌙 What signs to watch for and what to do next

You don’t have to live with restless nights and groggy mornings. Relief starts with awareness.

📍 Learn more about the risks and next steps:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/unmasking-sleep-apnea-the-silent-nighttime-threat/

Uncover the silent threats of sleep apnea, its impact on health, and the latest treatment options beyond traditional methods.

06/24/2025

Sleep and Ear Health

👂 Did you know your sleep habits might be affecting your ears?

At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus explores the surprising connection between:
😴 Sleep position
🔄 Jaw tension
🔊 Ear pressure and pain

It’s all linked through the TMJ—and understanding that link could help you get better rest and protect your hearing.

🛏️ Discover how better alignment and sleep hygiene can make a big difference:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/sleep-and-ear-health-the-hidden-connection/

Explore the lesser-known relationship between good sleep habits and maintaining optimal ear health.

06/19/2025

😣 Getting older comes with wisdom and sometimes, new health challenges. If you’ve noticed your cluster headaches changing as you age, you’re not imagining things.

In our latest blog, Dr. Kelley Mingus explains:
🔹 How aging affects cluster headache patterns
🔹 What symptoms to watch for
🔹 Treatment strategies for lasting relief at any stage of life

Don’t let pain become your new normal. There are answers and solutions.

📍 Read more:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/cluster-headaches-and-aging-what-to-expect-as-you-get-older/

Discover how age affects the frequency and severity of cluster headaches and get practical tips to manage symptoms as you age.

06/15/2025

👔 Happy Father's Day from all of us at Bend Headache Center!

Today we honor the dads who show up strong, every day, whether they're fixing what's broken, offering wisdom when it's needed most, or simply being a steady presence.

Here’s to the fathers who lead with heart, protect with quiet strength, and inspire through their example. You make the world a better place.

Wishing you a day of well-deserved rest, appreciation, and maybe even a headache-free moment or two.

💙 From Dr. Kelley Mingus and our entire team, thank you dads!

06/09/2025

🦷 Clicking. Popping. Jaw tension. Earaches.

These aren’t just random symptoms — they could be signs of TMJ disorder, and it’s more common than you think.
At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus walks you through:

✅ What TMJ is
✅ How it starts
✅ What can be done to relieve it

From diagnosis to personalized solutions, your jaw pain doesn’t have to be permanent.

📍 Start with answers in Bend, Oregon:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/understanding-tmj-from-symptoms-to-solutions/

06/05/2025

💥Migraines vs Headaches💥

Is it just a headache — or something more?

Understanding the difference between migraines and common headaches is essential to getting the right care.

At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus breaks it down:
🔹 Headaches = dull, achy, and short-lived
🔹 Migraines = throbbing, intense, often with light/sound sensitivity, nausea, or aura

If you’ve been brushing off frequent migraines as “just headaches,” it’s time for a better plan — and better relief.

📍 Learn more from Dr. Mingus in Bend, Oregon:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/migraines-vs-headaches-understanding-the-differences/

Learn the key differences between migraines and headaches, their causes, symptoms, and treatments at the Bend Headache Center.

06/03/2025

🌦️ Do your headaches show up with every weather shift?

You're not imagining things — weather sensitivity is a real trigger for many people with migraines or tension headaches.

At Bend Headache Center, Dr. Kelley Mingus explains how changes in:

📉 Barometric pressure
💨 Wind patterns
🌡️ Temperature and humidity

These can all influence your head pain.

Living in Bend, Oregon means elevation and rapid weather changes — but you can get ahead of the pain with the right approach.

📍 Discover the science behind the skies — and how to feel better in any forecast:
https://bendheadachecenter.com/the-role-of-weather-in-triggering-headaches-a-deep-dive/