What is the best way to get rid of a severe migraine?
I have severe migraines everyday. I wake up it's there, I go to sleep it's still there. For the past 6 years I have lived with a migraine that never goes away. I've tried all of the major OTCs and prescription medications for headaches and nothing ever works. If there is some odd, non-medication treatment (besides accupuncture which failed to work for me) that you've tried and it worked for you please let me know.
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1. Wow! I'm glad I don't have mine as bad as yours. The prescription meds make me sick. Usually, I take one of the prescrips and go lay down somewhere with a pillow pressed against my head. Pressure seems to help me. I've heard of people that put a band around their head to relieve it.2. I used to get migraine headaches also. I didn't get one every day like you do, but since it seems you've tried nearly everything, you may wish to investigate this. I went to a Chiropractor to try and get some relief. I figured it was a problem with my spine or nerves in my back. He said everything was fine in my back and scheduled me the following week for "allergy" testing. I figured it would be a "scratch" test, but it was a food test! I figured this guy was a "nut" case! He brought out a tray full of samples you wouldn't believe. he told me that when you put food in your mouth, your body reacts within 10 seconds to whatever food you are eating. He said if it's a negative reaction, your neck muscles will tense and you'll likely get a migraine headache! The testing took nearly an hour, but he did find about 6 food items that made my neck muscles tense up. He told me that if I stayed away from these foods, my chance of getting migraines would lesson greatly, but said there are other things that can cause a migraine headache. He was 100% correct! I stayed away from the list of foods he suggested and I very rarely ever got a migraine after that! Instead of getting a migraine 6 to 10 times a month, I only got migraines maybe 4 to 6 times a year, and now I rarely ever get a migraine headache anymore! If you can find someone who does this type of food testing, that may help you too. I wish you luck and hope someone can help you!
3. Headache cures can come in many forms such as Chinese herbs, Indian Ayurveda and Aromatherapy. Each approach has the goal of getting rid of pain with natural ingredients. Below are some headache cures that are handy alternatives to medicine.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is the original form of medicine used in Asian culture. This can cover many natural therapies such as herbal medicine and the practice of acupuncture. Within the herbal remedies one of the most commonly used is ginger. It has been used for decreasing inflammation and settling motion sickness. It can also be used for headaches. It is recommended to make a tea out of it.
The ancient art of healing in India is known as Ayurveda. This is a natural approach to health, longevity and healing. They have very interesting remedies. For headache relief you should soak a cloth in warm mustard oil and then apply it to the head to take away the pain. Alternatively, you can boil some coriander seeds and carefully inhale the aroma. This technique is great for headaches that may be related to sinus issues.
Aromatherapy has plenty of solutions on offer for headache cures. Lavender is a great option for tension type headaches. The lavender oil can be massaged directly onto the temples or you can put two drops at the base of your nose. Peppermint oil can be used in a similar way to steam of the coriander seeds. A bath with some chamomile can also work wonders.
Other headache cures can include herbal teas. Among the most effective are chamomile, peppermint and rose hip which can all relax away a headache. Valerian root has also proven effective for tension headaches and is a popular choice. It can result in drowsiness and can be taken in a tea or supplement form.
The above headache cures will provide you with alternatives to medication. The added benefit of being cost effective and not having any unpleasant side effects cannot be beat. So next time you are suffering a headache and thinking of popping a pill, think again and try out one of these.
