⚡ Relief at Your Fingertips with GammaCore Therapy

Living with migraines, cluster headaches, or chronic neurological pain can feel overwhelming  especially when medication alone isn’t enough. That’s where GammaCore, a portable, non-invasive vagus nerve stimulator, comes in. This groundbreaking therapy is FDA-cleared and designed to empower patients to manage pain quickly, safely, and naturally, wherever they are.

At California Brain & Spine Center, we integrate GammaCore into personalized, neurologist-led treatment plans to help patients take control of their symptoms and restore their quality of life.

If handheld vagus-nerve stimulation eases only part of your symptom puzzle, our broader Non-Invasive Neurology Therapy suite can widen the net with eye-tracking, balance, and cognitive feedback loops.

Drug-Free Migraine & Cluster-Headache Relief—See GammaCore in Action

Imagine reaching for a gentle handheld device instead of a pill bottle when pain strikes. GammaCore’s FDA-cleared vagus-nerve stimulation calms the brain-stem circuits that trigger migraines and cluster headaches without side effects or downtime. In this 60-second video, Dr. Ali shows how quickly patients can cut both attack frequency and intensity. Watch now, then book a consultation to find out whether GammaCore fits your life.

What Is GammaCore and How Does It Work?

GammaCore® is a small, handheld device that delivers mild, targeted electrical stimulation to the vagus nerve through the skin of the neck. The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in regulating pain and inflammation within the nervous system. By stimulating this nerve externally, GammaCore modulates the body’s pain response at the source.

🔬 Scientific Benefits of Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS):

  • ⚡ Interrupts overactive pain signals in the brainstem associated with migraines and cluster headaches

  • 🔁 Balances autonomic nervous system function, calming the sympathetic “fight-or-flight” response

  • 💊 Provides a drug-free approach to pain management with fewer side effects than medication

  • 🧘 Reduces inflammation and neurovascular irritation, supporting long-term neurological balance

Treatment sessions are brief usually around two minutes per side of the neck and can be done multiple times per day, depending on the severity of symptoms or as prescribed.

Who Can Benefit from GammaCore?

GammaCore therapy is ideal for individuals suffering from:

  • Episodic or chronic migraines

  • Cluster headaches (episodic or chronic)

  • Medication-overuse headache

  • Post-traumatic headache (e.g., post-concussion)

  • Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (TACs)

  • Chronic neurological pain syndromes

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have tried everything without success, GammaCore offers a non-invasive, personalized path to relief without the burden of pills, injections, or implants.

Key Benefits of GammaCore Therapy

💡 Feature ✅ Benefit
Non-Invasive No surgery, no implants, no recovery time
Drug-Free Ideal for patients who cannot tolerate or wish to reduce medication use
Safe & Portable Lightweight, easy to use at home or on the go
FDA-Cleared Backed by clinical trials and regulatory approval
Immediate Relief May reduce pain within minutes when used during an attack
Preventive & Acute Can be used both to stop headaches in progress and prevent future ones

Many patients experience significant improvements in:

  • Headache frequency

  • Pain intensity

  • Duration of attacks

  • Need for rescue medications

Patients who achieve baseline pain control with GammaCore Therapy frequently transition into the full-spectrum NeuroRevive Program to lock in autonomic and cognitive gains.

Why Choose GammaCore at California Brain & Spine Center?

We go beyond just providing the device we ensure it works for you, within the context of a comprehensive neurological care plan.

Expert Guidance

Our functional neurology team teaches you exactly how to use GammaCore effectively optimizing placement, timing, and usage frequency for your specific condition.

Personalized Treatment Integration

GammaCore is never a one-size-fits-all solution. We integrate it with other therapies like LLLT, PEMF, HBOT, and vestibular rehab to maximize neurological healing and symptom relief.

Clinically Informed Approach

We stay at the forefront of pain neuroscience and neurostimulation techniques to ensure that you receive evidence-based, cutting-edge care.

Real Support, Real Results

We monitor your progress, adjust your treatment as needed, and support you every step of the way because lasting relief requires more than just a device. It requires a team.

📣 Success Story

“Using GammaCore has completely changed how I manage my migraines. I’ve gone from multiple attacks a week to just one or two a month and when they come, I can stop them without meds. I finally feel in control again.”

Drug Free Migraine Relief With gammaCore Vagus Nerve Stimulation

This video introduces gammaCore, a handheld vagus nerve stimulator used for migraine and cluster headache relief without medication. During a visit at California Brain and Spine Center patients receive a brief neurological assessment plus a hands on demo to understand how gammaCore sends a gentle signal to the vagus nerve and helps calm pain pathways. This non invasive technology is FDA cleared and ideal for patients who want fast relief without drugs or sedation.

FAQ
  1. What conditions can GammaCore therapy treat, and how does vagus nerve stimulation relieve migraine or cluster headaches?
    GammaCore delivers gentle electrical pulses through the skin on the neck, activating the vagus nerve to dampen pain signaling in the brainstem. The FDA has cleared this handheld device for acute and preventive treatment of episodic migraine, cluster headache, and hemicrania continua. Emerging studies also show benefits for post-concussion headache and autonomic dysfunction.
  2. How quickly will I feel pain relief after a GammaCore session, and how long does the effect last?
    Many users report significant headache reduction within 15–30 minutes of the first two-minute stimulation cycle. Preventive use three cycles twice daily can cut monthly migraine days by 40 % or more after four to six weeks. Lasting relief depends on consistent daily use and, when needed, an extra rescue cycle at headache onset.
  3. Is GammaCore therapy safe, and are there any side effects I should know about?
    GammaCore is non-invasive and generally well-tolerated. The most common, mild effects include temporary neck tingling, slight hoarseness, or a cough during stimulation. Serious side effects are rare; the device is contraindicated for patients with implanted metallic cervical hardware, pacemakers, or severe carotid artery disease.
  4. Can GammaCore be combined with other headache treatments like Botox or CGRP inhibitors?
    Yes. GammaCore’s non-drug mechanism makes it an excellent add-on to therapies such as Botox injections, CGRP monoclonal antibodies, or triptan medications. Combining modalities can enhance overall efficacy and may allow some patients to reduce reliance on rescue drugs over time.

Take the First Step Toward Drug-Free Headache Relief

If migraines or chronic headaches are holding you back, GammaCore offers a proven, non-invasive way to reclaim your life. Safe, portable, and easy to use this therapy puts relief right in the palm of your hand.

📅 Schedule a personalized consultation today at California Brain & Spine Center and find out if GammaCore is right for you.