- Serving Plano, Frisco, Allen & McKinney
Headache Relief & Treatment
Trusted by 10,000+ patients
6300 Stonewood Dr STE 206
Plano, TX 75024
6300 Stonewood Dr STE 206
Plano, TX 75024
Personalized Care Plans
Treatment tailored to your unique needs
Minimally Invasive Options
Advanced techniques for faster recovery
Patient-First Approach
Your comfort and wellbeing come first
Evidence-Informed Treatment
Based on the latest medical research
Understanding PRP
What Is Headache Treatment?
Headache treatment helps relieve pain, pressure, and recurring symptoms caused by tension headaches, migraines, stress, nerve issues, or chronic conditions. Personalized treatment options are designed to reduce headache frequency, improve daily comfort, and provide long-term relief.
Unlike temporary pain relief methods, professional headache treatment targets the root cause of discomfort to support better symptom management and recovery. Treatments may include pain management, lifestyle guidance, therapy, injections, or minimally invasive procedures tailored to your condition.
Treatment Benefits
Why Consider Headache Treatment?
Personalized headache treatment plans designed to reduce pain, improve daily comfort, and provide long-term symptom relief.
Pain Relief
Helps reduce headache pain, pressure, and tension.
Fewer Recurring Headaches
Supports reduced frequency and severity of headaches.
Non-Surgical Options
Effective headache treatments without invasive procedures.
Long-Term Symptom Management
Targets the root cause to help prevent recurring headaches.
Eligibility
Who Qualifies for Headache Treatment?
Chronic Migraine Definition:
Botox is approved for chronic migraines, defined as:
- Frequent headaches, pressure, or head pain
- Recurring symptoms that affect daily activities or focus
You May Be a Candidate If:
- You have chronic or recurring headaches
- Previous treatments haven’t provided lasting relief
- Headaches interfere with work, sleep, or daily life
- You experience tension headaches or migraine symptoms
- You want non-surgical headache pain relief
- You’re looking for long-term headache management solutions
The Process
What to Expect
Consultation
Dr. Arif reviews your headache history, previous treatments, and determines if you meet the criteria for chronic migraines.
Treatment Session
31 small injections are administered across 7 specific areas of the head and neck. The entire session takes about 15-20 minutes.
Follow-Up Schedule
Treatments are repeated every 12 weeks. Optimal results often require 2-3 treatment cycles.
Ongoing Care
Your response is monitored and your treatment plan adjusted as needed for best results.
Important Safety Information
While headache treatment is generally safe and effective, it’s important to understand potential risks and considerations before starting care:
- Results vary depending on the cause and severity of headaches
- May cause neck pain, headache, or injection site reactions
- Delaying treatment may lead to worsening or more frequent headaches
- Results vary depending on the cause and severity of headaches
Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection
Lumbar epidural steroid injections deliver anti-inflammatory medication directly to the epidural space around spinal nerves, providing targeted relief for lower back and radiating leg pain.
- Who It Helps
- People experiencing spinal stenosis symptoms
- Those with herniated or bulging discs
- Patients with sciatica or radiating leg pain
- What to Expect
- Procedure typically takes 15-30 minutes
- Local anesthesia for comfort
- Most patients resume normal activities within 24-48 hours
Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
Cervical epidural injections target inflammation around neck spinal nerves to reduce pain that may radiate into the shoulders and arms, often caused by disc problems or nerve compression.
- Who It Helps
- Individuals with chronic neck pain
- Those experiencing arm numbness or weakness
- Patients with cervical disc herniation
- What to Expect
- Fluoroscopic guidance for precision
- Sedation options available
- Follow-up evaluation to assess response
Knee Joint Injection
Knee joint injections can include corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid to reduce inflammation and improve joint lubrication, helping restore mobility and reduce knee pain.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with knee osteoarthritis
- Those with chronic knee inflammation
- Individuals who have not responded to oral medications
- What to Expect
- Quick in-office procedure
- Ultrasound guidance may be used
- Gradual improvement over days to weeks
Facet Block
Facet blocks inject local anesthetic and steroid into the facet joints of the spine to diagnose and treat pain originating from these small joints that connect vertebrae.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with pain when bending or twisting
- Those with facet joint arthritis
- Individuals with localized spinal tenderness
- What to Expect
- Diagnostic and therapeutic purposes
- Fluoroscopy-guided injection
- May be repeated if beneficial
Hip Joint Injection
Hip joint injections deliver medication directly into the hip joint capsule to reduce inflammation and pain associated with arthritis, bursitis, or other hip conditions.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with hip osteoarthritis
- Those with hip bursitis
- Individuals with limited hip mobility
- What to Expect
- Image-guided for accuracy
- Can provide weeks to months of relief
- May be part of a comprehensive treatment plan
Shoulder Injection
Shoulder injections target the glenohumeral joint or surrounding bursa to reduce inflammation and pain from conditions like rotator cuff issues, frozen shoulder, or arthritis.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with rotator cuff tendinitis
- Those with frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Individuals with shoulder arthritis
- What to Expect
- Performed in office setting
- Ultrasound guidance for precision
- Physical therapy often recommended alongside
PRP Injection
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections use concentrated platelets from your own blood to promote healing and reduce inflammation in damaged tendons, ligaments, and joints.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with tendon injuries
- Those with mild to moderate arthritis
- Individuals seeking regenerative options
- What to Expect
- Blood draw and processing on-site
- Injection into affected area
- Multiple sessions may be recommended
Stem Cell Injections
Stem cell therapy uses cells with regenerative potential to support tissue repair and reduce inflammation in joints and soft tissues affected by injury or degeneration.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with degenerative joint conditions
- Those with chronic tendon issues
- Individuals exploring regenerative treatments
- What to Expect
- Comprehensive evaluation required
- Cell processing and injection same day
- Gradual improvement over months
Trigger Point Injections
Trigger point injections target painful muscle knots with local anesthetic and sometimes corticosteroid to relieve muscle tension, spasms, and referred pain patterns.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with myofascial pain syndrome
- Those with chronic muscle tension
- Individuals with tension headaches from muscle tightness
- What to Expect
- Quick procedure with minimal discomfort
- Immediate relief often experienced
- May be combined with physical therapy
Nerve Blocks
Nerve blocks inject anesthetic near specific nerves to interrupt pain signals, providing diagnostic information and therapeutic relief for various chronic pain conditions.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with localized nerve pain
- Those with complex regional pain syndrome
- Individuals with post-surgical pain
- What to Expect
- Diagnostic and treatment purposes
- Image guidance for accuracy
- May be repeated as part of treatment plan
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) uses heat generated by radio waves to target specific nerves and temporarily turn off their ability to send pain signals to the brain.
- Who It Helps
- Patients with chronic lower back or neck pain.
- Patients with previous relief from nerve blocks
- Individuals with arthritis of the spine (spondylosis).
- What to Expect
- Minimally invasive, image-guided procedure.
- Can provide months to years of prolonged pain relief.
- Performed under local anesthesia, sometimes with mild sedation.
Botox Injections
Therapeutic Botox injections can help manage chronic migraines and certain muscle spasticity conditions by blocking nerve signals that trigger pain and muscle contractions.
- Who It Helps
- Those with cervical dystonia
- Individuals with muscle spasticity
- Patients with chronic migraines (15+ headache days/month)
- What to Expect
- Multiple injection sites may be needed
- Effects typically last 3-4 months
- Follow-up for treatment optimization
WHY US
Why Choose Spine and Pain Clinic
Experience compassionate care from providers dedicated to helping you find relief and restore your quality of life.
Dr. Muhammad Arif, MD
Pain Management Specialist
Dr. Muhammad Arif, MD
Pain Management Specialist
Languages Spoken
English
Personalized Treatment
Individualized care plans for each patient
Convenient Scheduling
Same-week appointments may be available. We work to accommodate your schedule and get you seen promptly.
Insurance Accepted
We accept many major insurance plans. Please call our office to verify your specific coverage before your visit.
Comprehensive Approach
We take time to understand your condition, review imaging, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your goals.
What to Expect
From your first visit to follow-up care, here's how we work with you to address your pain.
Initial Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment of your pain history, symptoms, and how they affect your daily life.
Imaging Review
Review of existing imaging or ordering appropriate studies to understand the source of your pain.
Treatment Plan
Development of a personalized treatment plan with options explained and your preferences considered.
Procedure (If Appropriate)
Minimally invasive interventional procedures performed with precision and care for your comfort.
Follow-Up Care
Ongoing evaluation of your response and adjustment of the treatment plan as needed.
Visit US
Conveniently Located in Plano, TX
Our office is easily accessible from major highways, serving patients throughout Collin County and the DFW metroplex.
Address
6300 Stonewood Dr STE 206
Plano, TX 75024
Phone
(469) 915-5222
Office Hours
- Mon 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Tue 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
From US-75:
From DNT:
Exit at Spring Creek Pkwy, head east to Stonewood Dr, turn left. Office is in the medical complex on the right.
Exit at Spring Creek Pkwy, head east to Stonewood Dr, turn left. Office is in the medical complex on the right.
Nearby Service Areas
Ready to Start Your Pain Relief Journey?
Same-week appointments may be available. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Muhammad Arif, MD.
Contact Information
Call Us
(469) 915-5222
Address
6300 Stonewood Dr STE 206 Plano, TX 75024
Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Sat-Sun: Closed
Next Steps
We accept many major insurance plans—call to confirm your coverage. Our friendly staff is ready to assist you.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our pain management services and what to expect at our Plano clinic.
What causes headaches?
Headaches can result from stress, tension, migraines, dehydration, poor sleep, nerve issues, or underlying medical conditions.
Who qualifies for headache treatment?
Anyone experiencing frequent headaches, chronic pain, pressure, or recurring migraine symptoms may benefit from treatment.
What treatments are available for headaches?
Treatment options may include pain management, lifestyle changes, therapy, medications, injections, or minimally invasive procedures.
How long does headache treatment take?
Treatment duration depends on the type, frequency, and severity of headaches and the recommended care plan.
When should I see a doctor for headaches?
You should seek medical care if headaches become frequent, severe, or interfere with daily activities and quality of life.