About This Condition

Bright screens, flashing elements, and high-contrast patterns can trigger or worsen migraine episodes. People managing migraines may need to limit screen time entirely during an attack, making quick, low-stimulation task completion essential.

Digital Challenges

Bright backgrounds, high-contrast flickering, and dense visual patterns can escalate a developing migraine or trigger one entirely. During an active episode, even brief screen exposure may be impossible. Tasks must be completable quickly, with low visual stimulation and no forced waiting.

Assistive Technologies

• Dark mode
• reduced motion OS settings
• screen dimming tools

Design Considerations

Avoid bright white backgrounds and high-contrast strobing patterns. Support dark mode as a first-class option. Honor prefers-reduced-motion and ensure tasks can be completed in as few steps as possible during limited screen time.

Clinical Examples

Migraine with aura, chronic migraine, hemiplegic migraine, vestibular migraine