Digital-technology Based Interventions on Treatment of Migraine.

Digital-technology Based Interventions on Treatment of Migraine.

The main aim of the research: To develop an interdisciplinary treatment platform based on digital technology and test the operation and effectiveness of digital interventions in comparison with conventional multidisciplinary treatment or treatment standards (incl. Paper diary, nurse counseling, physiotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy).

Aims and purpose:

The main aim of the research: To develop an interdisciplinary treatment platform based on digital technology and test the operation and effectiveness of digital interventions in comparison with conventional multidisciplinary treatment or treatment standards (incl. Paper diary, nurse counseling, physiotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy).

Sub-aims:

To evaluate the effectiveness of interventions based on digital technology and their impact on the quality of life, comparing them with the interventions or treatment standards performed by ordinary specialists.

Assess the applicability and accessibility of digital technology-based interventions in the healthcare system against a treatment standard.

Determine the profile of patients (demographic and clinical indicators). Identify restrictions on the use of digital interventions. Evaluate patient compliance, non-specific treatment factors such as therapeutic relationship, and treatment credibility against the treatment standard.

Evaluate patient satisfaction with treatment methods and impact on treatment outcomes.

Assess the satisfaction of professionals with the implementation of a digital multidisciplinary treatment platform in patients.

Assess the use and generalization of digitally acquired skills in everyday practice.

Determine if and how much clinical contact is needed for digital-based interventions to be effective.

Evaluate cost-effectiveness against the standard of treatment. Assess the willingness to pay for the use of an effective headache treatment platform.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. diagnosed migraine, frequent episodic, headache days a month 8-14 days;
2. patient age 18-64 years;
3. very good command of the Estonian language both orally and in writing.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. headaches lasting less than 8 days and more than 14 days per month;
2. all other primary and/or secondary diagnoses of headache;
3. under the age of 18 or over 64;
4. currently severe depression;
5. psychotic disorders;
6. pregnancy and lactation;
7. severe somatic disease;
8. severe organic mental disorders;
9. other chronic pain;
10. addictive disorders.