My Experience Doing Acupuncture for MigraineFor a few months straight it seemed like my preschooler was always sick with a new virus, and I caught all of...reactions3comments
Was Working On My Computer Increasing My Migraine Frequency?So, there are stretches of time I feel like everything is a migraine trigger. I laugh too much and, well…get a migraine...reactions29comments
Migraine in FamiliesWe know that genetics can come into play with migraines and many other conditions. I know many people with migraine. Some will...reactions8comments
Which Form of Magnesium Do I Use for Migraine Prevention?Finding ways to effectively manage migraine is challenging for many of us. I have tried more things to help me with this...reactions13comments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self About My Cluster HeadachesMy life looked a lot different 10 years ago. I was 24 and living in fear of my episodic cluster headaches. These...reactions11comments
My Prior Authorization Didn't Follow When I Changed PharmaciesIn October of 2021, I began seeing a migraine specialist at a headache clinic. I shared my experience of switching to this...reactions2comments
CGRP and More: Treating Trigeminal Nerve DysfunctionMigraine was once thought to be a problem of the blood vessels in the brain. In the past 2 decades, researchers have...reactions10comments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that can form in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the legs but...reactionscomments
My Cruise Packing PreparationsMaking a list and checking it a million times. When I prepare to take a trip, I am notorious for making lists...reactions46comments
Receiving Emotional Support with MigraineChronic pain can be lonely. It can feel like too heavy of a load to carry alone. We want to feel supported...reactions39comments
Pros and Cons of Bodywork for MigraineMigraine is a physically demanding condition. The disease makes it hard to sleep, and the severity of pain results in tight musculature...reactions56comments
A Look at Retreat Migraine from a First TimerFirst off, I did not know that there was a conference dedicated to migraine and headache disorders. I found out through Migraine.com...reactions5comments
What's Your Secret: Dealing With AphasiaAphasia - or experiencing the challenge of finding words or speaking, is a common prodrome for many migraineurs. A lot of us...reactions42comments
Dear Migraine…Dear Migraine, We’ve known each other for a long time now. Nearly 45 years, actually. We met when I was only five...reactions28comments
When a Migraine Threatened to Ruin My Wedding DayAs I woke up on my wedding day, I could immediately feel a migraine brewing. It wasn’t a full-blown, debilitating migraine, but...reactions15comments
Is Advocacy Really What You Think?When I say the word advocacy, what picture comes to mind? Do you envision standing before a committee in Congress testifying? Do...reactions3comments
Maintaining the Migraine MachineMy migraine (mygraine, gotta get in that portmantua) journey has been quite the complicated one, wherein I’ve never really been consistent. What...reactions3comments
Mindful DistractionYou may have come across the joke “French people are so tough they eat pain for breakfast”. As a Francophone, I always...reactions8comments
Breathing ExercisesFocusing on the breath is a technique used to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. There are many forms...reactions1comment
5 Ways Yoga Can Help MigraineHave you ever rolled your eyes when some well-meaning stranger suggested that you practice yoga to cure your migraine? Well, you're definitely...reactions7comments
