# Rebound Headache: When Migraine Medication Starts Feeding the Cycle

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Podcast: [Migraine Heroes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/migraine-heroes-chronic-migraine-hemiplegic-migraine-migraine-with-aura-vestibular-migraine-6571347)
Published: 2026-08-26T12:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://migraineheroes.com/
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## Resource

When the medication you rely on for relief starts being followed by more and more headaches, it can feel confusing and frustrating. In this episode of Migraine Heroes Podcast , host Diane Ducarme explores rebound headache, also known as medication-overuse headache, and why frequent treatment can sometimes begin feeding the migraine cycle instead of calming it. You’ll discover: 💡 How to recognize when frequent migraine medication may be contributing to increasingly frequent headaches 💡 Why rebound headache happens in the brain, and why it does not mean you are weak, dependent, or treating migraine “wrong” 💡 How to begin breaking the cycle safely, including one practical step you can take without suddenly stopping medication on your own This episode will help you better understand your medication patterns, recognize when something may be shifting, and approach the next steps with more clarity and support. 🎧 New episodes every Monday and Wednesday 🔗 Discover our work on migraineheroes.com References: Medication-Overuse Headache (International Headache Society) : These criteria define medication-overuse headache and its diagnostic thresholds. Read more here. Pathophysiology, Prevention, and Treatment of Medication Overuse Headache (Diener et al., 2019): This review explains the mechanisms, prevention, withdrawal, and treatment of medication-overuse headache. Read more here . European Academy of Neurology Guideline on the Management of Medication-Overuse Headache (Diener et al., 2020): This guideline outlines education, withdrawal, and preventive treatment strategies. Read more here. Comparison of 3 Treatment Strategies for Medication Overuse Headache (Carlsen et al., 2020): This trial compares withdrawal, preventive treatment, and their combination. Read more here . Effica…

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