Tracking migraine patterns with AI apps

For many individuals living with migraines, tracking and understanding their condition can feel overwhelming. Manually logging symptoms and correlating them with daily habits can be a daunting task, making it difficult to see clear patterns or make informed decisions about lifestyle changes. Digital tools provide valuable support by streamlining the process and offering insights that can contribute to better understanding and lifestyle adjustments.

Research has shown that using digital platforms for health tracking can enhance individuals’ understanding of their conditions (e.g. here and here). While AI systems are not a replacement for professional medical advice, a recent review concluded that “smartphone-based AI interfaces have shown good accuracy in migraine attack prediction, analysing both patients’ symptoms and external factors (e.g., weather).”

Launched in mid-October 2024, Eclara is a new mobile app specifically designed for individuals experiencing migraines. The app enables users to log their migraine episodes and observe how various factors — such as dietary choices and lifestyle habits—affect their experiences. Currently, it focuses on tracking and logging these experiences. However, the developers intend to introduce predictive features that can offer valuable insights into migraine patterns, helping to identify trends and patterns that may not be immediately apparent. This can lead to personalized insights, allowing users to understand their unique migraine triggers better and adapt their habits accordingly, while ensuring all their data is kept private and secure.

Eclara aims to be more than just a tracking tool. Coping with migraines can involve many holistic lifestyle changes. Based on logged data, the app will support users in adopting healthier habits that can positively influence their migraine patterns.

The digital app is designed to simplify the process of understanding migraines, providing users with insights that would be challenging to gather by themselves. “We believe that by leveraging technology, we can help you gain a clearer picture of your migraine patterns and their impacts”, said Natalie Lomakina, product designer for Eclara.

Eclara is currently looking for people living with migraine to help improve their app. If you are interested, you can sign up here.

Eclara is not a medical application and should not be considered a replacement for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult with a healthcare provider for medical concerns or questions.