Migraine Disability Assessment Score (MIDAS) Calculator

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Migraine Disability Assessment Test

What is it?

A MIDAS score can guage the level if disability that migraine is causing. This is not a diagnosis — it’s meant for people whose symptoms have already been evaluated and diagnosed as migraine. Always seek medical advice from a licensed professional if your migraines are impacting your quality of life.

How to Interpret Your Migraine Disability Assessment Score (MIDAS)

Score Grade Disability Level Next Steps / Advice
0 Grade I Little or no disability Your migraines are currently not causing major disruption. Maintain healthy habits. Routine check-ups with your doctor may still be beneficial.
1–5 Grade II Mild disability Migraine is having a mild impact. Track your triggers and discuss with your doctor whether preventive treatment or lifestyle adjustments are needed.
6–10 Grade III Moderate disability Your migraines are moderately affecting your daily life. It's a good idea to talk to a healthcare provider about treatment options and prevention.
11+ Grade IV Severe disability Migraines are significantly disrupting your life. You should definitely consult a healthcare professional for a thorough evaluation and care plan.

What You Can Do Next

  1. Track your migraines
    Keep a diary of symptoms, frequency, duration, and triggers (e.g., stress, sleep, food, weather).

  2. Talk to your doctor
    Share your MIDAS score and migraine history with a primary care physician or a neurologist. They may recommend acute medications (e.g., triptans, NSAIDs) or preventive treatments (e.g., daily medications, Botox, CGRP blockers).

  3. Explore our Migraine Free LIving
    We've compiled resources and reviews on non-medication, lifestyle interventions to alleviate your symptoms.

  4. Explore professional tools
    Consider apps that help you track migraines, triggers, and meds (e.g., Migraine Buddy, N1-Headache, etc.)