Updates from the Spinal CSF Leak Foundation

Featured Video – 10 SIH Myths by Dr. Peter Kranz

Featured Video – 10 SIH Myths by Dr. Peter Kranz

  This session by Peter G. Kranz, MD from the Intracranial Hypotension Symposium on October 13, 2018 discusses Ten Common Myths and Misconceptions about Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension.   Peter G. Kranz, MD Assistant Professor Director of Spine...

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Visual art – Ashley’s medicine

Visual art – Ashley’s medicine

Artwork by Ashley Fromm  When Ashley was a 20-year-old college student, she developed a headache behind her left eye. At first, she didn’t think much of it: it was a headache, it would pass. Except it didn’t. For four years, Ashley struggled to cope with her pain, and...

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Dr. Schievink’s Approach after 1111 Patients

Dr. Schievink’s Approach after 1111 Patients

  We were delighted to see Dr. Wouter Schievink share his updated approach to the care of patients with intracranial hypotension after the 1st 1111 patients at the Intracranial Hypotension Symposium on October 13, 2018 in Marina del Rey, CA. He kindly agreed to...

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Research in Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension

Research in Spontaneous Intracranial Hypotension

At the Intracranial Hypotension Symposium on October 13, 2018 in Marina del Rey, CA, Dr. Timothy Amrhein presented a superb overview of types of research and where things are with endeavors in the study of intracranial hypotension. Timothy Amrhein, MD Assistant...

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Spinal CSF leak featured in HeadWise magazine

Spinal CSF leak featured in HeadWise magazine

  The most recent issue of HeadWise magazine, a National Headache Foundation publication, features an article on spinal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak written by Dr. Connie Deline, our co-founder. This disorder is an important under-diagnosed cause of daily...

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In sickness and in health

In sickness and in health

by Jayne Barsic, DPT "I hope that someday I'll be as good of a husband as your dad. No husband loves his wife as much as your dad loves your mom." This was said to my daughter by a young man after our annual golf outing for the Spinal CSF Leak Foundation. The life of...

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Supporting research in 2018

Supporting research in 2018

Our mission is to reduce the suffering of those affected by spinal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks. How? - raising awareness - educating the general public and those affected - educating healthcare professionals - supporting research By funding research through...

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When Pain is Relentless

When Pain is Relentless

[Content warning: Suicide] Karen’s story continues, thanks to Bob’s extraordinary efforts to raise awareness in her memory.

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The answer to Allie’s pain

The answer to Allie’s pain

It took years before Allie was able to find a proper diagnosis. But eventually she was able to get treatment for her spinal CSF leak. Allie McDaniels, before and after her surgery Allie McDaniels just got braces. That might not seem like a huge achievement for a...

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Zac’s journey to a headache cure

Zac’s journey to a headache cure

Zac Gordon is not your average spinal CSF leak patient. As a quirky stuntman, he charmed Howard Stern on “America’s Got Talent.” As a gym instructor, he teaches kids “ninja” parkour skills. Just 4 months after spinal surgery, he is back to doing flips again. Zac with...

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Disability in Headache Disorders

Disability in Headache Disorders

  Disability Associated with Headache Disorders is Underappreciated This awareness day is part of Migraine & Headache Awareness Month #MHAM A few facts: Migraine headache is the leading cause of disability among neurologic disorders. Migraine headache is the...

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#MHAM Healthcare Provider Appreciation Day

#MHAM Healthcare Provider Appreciation Day

Today is Healthcare Provider Appreciation Day during Migraine & Headache Awareness Month.   All those suffering with headache disorders are appreciative of the kind, professional and compassionate care provided by their healthcare providers, whether they be...

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