Migraine Relief and Treatment

With over 38 million people that suffer from migraines, many people know how debilitating and helpless you can feel when having a migraine. The cause of migraines ranges from genetics to environmental issues, and can last anywhere from 2 to 72 hours for people. Here are just a few of the tips that came help give some form of relief during a migraine:

Essential Oils and Massage - Massage may be applied more generally, to induce all over body relaxation, or massage directed at pressure points meant to relieve headaches. Essential oils like peppermint and lavender can further aid in getting the body to relax.

Stress Management - Learning self-care behaviors, improved communication techniques and counseling are all ways people can learn to cope with stress.  Deep breathing and relaxation exercises can help lessen stress that can often be a trigger.  

Dark and Quiet Place - Seek out less stimulation, a quiet place to rest. Often times the environment while having a migraine can make it feel worse. A quiet, cool room with little to no distractions is the best way to deal with the pain of a migraine.

Tracking to Find Your Triggers - Keep track of potential migraine triggers, including nutrition, adequate hydration, anxiety, exposure to light, certain medication, overuse of pain relieving medication, travel, sleep and changes in hormone levels. Knowing your trigger is a huge step in controlling the frequency of your migraines. 

The migraine solutions we offer our patients at Unger Primary Care Concierge are individualized to your problems and to your lifestyle. We draw on Dr. Unger’s decades of experience with treating chronic disease states, including migraine and chronic headaches. We would love to help you out, so contact us today.