A migraine or migraine attack is a severe headache that often comes with nausea and aversion to light. Your migraine attack might last a few hours or a few days. When suffering from a migraine, you may feel like you need to lie down in a dark and quiet room and not move until it passes.
The causes of migraine are not exactly understood but they may be linked to dilating blood vessels in the head swelling and causing pressure in the brain.
Individuals who suffer from migraines may become aware of what triggers their attacks.
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Migraines are a common neurological condition characterized by intense, throbbing headaches, often on one side of the head. They can be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraines affect millions of people in the UK and can significantly impact daily life
While medication is a common approach to managing migraines, non-medical treatments can also be effective. These methods aim to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks and can be used alone or alongside medication.
Trigger Management: Identifying and avoiding migraine triggers is crucial. Common triggers include stress, certain foods, irregular sleep patterns, and dehydration. Keeping a migraine diary can help identify these triggers.
Regular Exercise: Engaging in regular physical activity can help reduce stress and improve overall health, potentially decreasing migraine frequency.
Diet and Hydration: Eating regular, balanced meals and staying well-hydrated can prevent migraines. Limiting caffeine and alcohol intake is also recommended.
Sleep Hygiene: Maintaining a regular sleep schedule and ensuring quality sleep can help manage migraines
Acupuncture: This ancient practice involves inserting fine needles into specific points on the body. It is believed to restore energy flow and has been recommended for chronic headaches and migraines.
Biofeedback: This technique involves using electronic monitoring to train individuals to control bodily processes that are normally involuntary, such as muscle tension. It can help manage stress, a common migraine trigger.
Mind-Body Practices: Techniques such as yoga, meditation, and tai chi can promote relaxation and reduce stress, which may help prevent migraines.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): This non-invasive method uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain and has been shown to reduce migraine frequency and severity.
Cefaly Device: This device uses neurostimulation to target the trigeminal nerve, potentially reducing migraine attacks when used regularly
Aromatherapy: Some people find relief using essential oils like lavender or peppermint, which can provide a calming effect when inhaled or applied topically.
Cold Compresses: Applying a cold pack to the forehead or neck can provide temporary relief during a migraine attack.
Stress Management Techniques: Incorporating relaxation techniques such as deep breathing exercises or progressive muscle relaxation can help manage stress levels.
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