My Pain Was Also My Gift...I have tried and heard so many suggestions to stop getting migraines yet I can say I am in deep gratitude. What have I done to find a cure? What... By Helena172 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
My Dark Room...I have a place in our home that when the migraine hits, you'll find divine. It's a room that has black-out curtains on the windows and black-out blinds also. No... By grapeape1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Migraine and Body Temperature Regulation...I’ve always had an odd symptom occurring with my migraine attacks relating to my body temperature. There are times when I would feel hot. This wasn’t like a fever but... By Tom Picerno3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments89 comments
Acupressure for Alternative Migraine Treatment...Acupressure is a technique from traditional Chinese medicine that many people use for relief from pain. Some people with migraine get relief from their symptoms using acupressure. Sometimes called pressure... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Feeling Lost and Tired...I remember feeling a cool breeze in October 2016. I was on the pier at South Padre Island, enjoying the perfect weather for fishing. I remember my cousin pulling his... By ronniebee1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
"I Never Knew My Migraines Had Muscles!"...I am a physical therapist who works in a headache clinic and find that so many migraine sufferers do not release the effect that tight muscles have on migraines, and... By hlp4migha1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? Migraine and OTC Supplements...I recently had the privilege of attending a physicians’ nutraceuticals conference and was fascinated by the depth of knowledge by the speakers. Bearing in mind that I’m neither a doctor... By Shoshana Lipson6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Alternative Approach...I've had migraines for 2-1/2 years. After using traditional medicine (neurologist, endocrinologist, cardioligist, allergist, gastroenterologist, etc) for 2 years, I got no results. The closest I came to a root... By harelief1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Migraine and Mertazapine...I've been a migraineur for around 30 years. I've tried all possible medications (with Zomig as my 'go to') from Ketamine therapy, medicinal marijuana, to Botox, and even Emgality but... By poppy012 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Migraine Sufferer’s Year Long Journey on Aimovig...In October 2018, I signed up for the Bridge to Commercial Coverage program for Aimovig. It offered twelve free doses until my insurance carrier approved. My neurologist started me off... By sarahmchb3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Migraines Are A Constant Battle For Me...Migraines have always been a constant battle. Having them since I can remember, I finally got diagnosed at 18. Before that, it was dark rooms, ice packs, and ibuprofen (and... By HiItsMe1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Caffeine and Migraine...Caffeine is a chemical found naturally in food. It can also be made in a lab. It has a bitter taste, but we usually do not taste it or smell... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Naprapathy!...Hi. I've suffered form migraines since I was 9, and I'm now 41. When I was little I had migraines at least once a week, and could not even put... By vibekethunoldludvigsen2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
All of the Options...I’ve had migraines for over 40 years. I’ve been to every kind of Dr and tried many medications to acupuncture, to chiropractic care, everything! I take Relpax now and they... By cindyd-w1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Cold Therapy for Migraine...Cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, is often used for different types of aches and pains. It is one of the most common self-care treatments for people with migraine. Cold... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Acupuncture for Alternative Migraine Treatment...Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles at specific points on the body. It is most often used to reduce or relieve... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Parenting and Fatigue...Being a parent is a tiring job, and often, life with a chronic illness comes with fatigue. Together they can be a recipe for complete exhaustion and feelings of defeat... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Chiropractic Therapy...Chiropractic therapy uses precise body movements to reduce pain. The chiropractor uses their hands or small instruments to move your joints in specific ways. They may focus on certain areas... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
5 Ways Yoga Can Help Migraine...Have you ever rolled your eyes when some well-meaning stranger suggested that you practice yoga to cure your migraine? Well, you're definitely not alone. But there might be a kernel... By Adriane Dellorco3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Headaches My Whole Life...I’m 19 years old and I’ve had headaches for as long as I can remember. My parents remember the first time my headache got unbearable, I got off of the... By beccalynn771 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments