3 Quick Remedies To Beat Migraines

Battling migraines at work or home? Migraines can be painful and debilitating, but with some forward thinking and knowledge, you can keep them from taking your productivity and joy! Try these three quick and simple remedies to kick those headaches to the curb:

Apply a Cold or Warm Compress

Experiment with cold and warm compresses to help soothe the pain and ease tension to see which works best for you. Apply on your forehead or the back of your neck. It is believed that this can alleviate migraine pain by constricting blood vessels or slowing nerve signals associated with migraines. Recent studies have also found that ice bands or packs around the neck during a migraine can significantly reduce the perception of pain.

Try to figure out which works for you. Some individuals have found relief with warm compresses, while others have found that cold compresses alleviate heat-related migraines.

Stay Hydrated and Manage Triggers

Stay hydrated and avoid triggers like certain foods, stress, and lack of sleep. Dehydration can cause headaches and migraines. Research suggests proper hydration can reduce and possibly prevent headache pain. The data shows that people who consumed adequate daily water intake experienced headaches that were less frequent, less severe, and of shorter duration.

Meanwhile, sensory stimuli such as bright lights, noise, or strong smells can also be triggers, so be aware and take steps to avoid them. Take the time to observe what triggers your migraine attacks. Once triggers are identified, it’s easier to make an effort to avoid them, which could lead to fewer migraines.

Keeping a headache diary can help with tracking and understanding your migraine patterns. Some apps can assist with this; it might be worth your while to check some of these out.

Recharge in a Quiet, Dim Space

Light and sound sensitivity is a common symptom of migraines. A dark and quiet environment helps alleviate symptoms, even during migraine attacks.

That’s because moving away from light and sound sources can help relieve pain and alleviate stress during a migraine episode. This also lets you lie down and focus on your breathing. Engaging in slow, deep breaths from the diaphragm and focus on the rise and fall of your stomach with each breath. This breathing technique can promote relaxation during a migraine episode.

If you’re working from home, find a serene space where you can dim the lights, shut out the noise, and unwind. This can help reduce sensory stimulation and provide relief from migraine symptoms.

You’ve got this! Take charge of those workday headaches and show them who the boss is.

If these remedies don’t relieve, seek medical guidance and treatment by consulting a doctor through the Maxicare 24/7 Teleconsult service. You may also visit our doctors at a Primary Care Clinic near you.

References: 

https://www.healthline.com/health/migraine/how-to-get-rid-of-a-migraine

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