"ID Migraine: Migraine Identification Screener"

A simple, three-question screener identifying individuals likely experiencing migraine, facilitating informed patient care decisions and effective migraine management.

ID Migraine

Identification of Migraine Screener

The Identification of Migraine Screener (ID Migraine) is a crucial tool used to identify individuals likely experiencing migraine. This screener is important in healthcare as it helps diagnose and manage migraine effectively. Consisting of just three questions, ID Migraine is a simple yet effective instrument that assesses headache-related disability and symptoms. By using this tool, healthcare professionals can make informed decisions about patient care, ensuring those with migraine receive appropriate treatment. The ID Migraine screener plays a key role in improving patient outcomes and is a valuable resource for healthcare providers.

Category

Physical health
Diagnostic
Activity

Source

(ScienceOfMigraine, n.d.)

Author Name

Lipton, R.B., Dodick, D., Sadovsky, R., Kolodner, K., Endicott, J., Hettiarachchi, J., Harrison, W. (2003)

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What is

Identification of Migraine Screener

The Identification of Migraine Screener (ID-Migraine) is a crucial tool for identifying migraine symptoms. Developed using input from clinical experts and individuals with chronic migraine, this screener assesses the presence and characteristics of migraine. The ID-Migraine tool comprises three core questions that evaluate headache-related disability, nausea, and photophobia. These questions are designed to capture the key dimensions of migraine, with response options that help clinicians determine the likelihood of migraine. Clinicians administer the ID-Migraine screener to patients, typically in a primary care setting, to quickly and accurately identify those who may be experiencing migraine. By using this tool, healthcare professionals can make informed decisions about further diagnosis and treatment, ultimately improving patient outcomes and streamlining clinical workflows, which can lead to more effective management of migraine.

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Scoring

The Identification of Migraine Screener can be scored using one main approach. It involves answering 3 questions about headache-related symptoms and disability, with a simple "yes" or "no" response. The number of "yes" answers is counted, and a score of 2 or more indicates a positive screen for migraine, making it a straightforward tool for clinicians to quickly identify potential migraine sufferers.

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Advantages

Treatment planning

Develops personalised strategies based on assessment data.

Health monitoring

Tracks patient condition changes systematically.

Research validity

Strengthens evidence through systematic measurement approaches.

Stats

5
Minutes
3
Questions

Identification of Migraine Screener

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