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New Year’s Resolutions for a Migraine Warrior
How are you going into the New Year with migraine? New Year’s Resolutions for a Migraine Warrior I will mindfully be kind to myself and rest when my body says I need to – even when that means “extreme self-care“! I will mindfully let go of guilt for the things I can’t do, places I…
Read More3 Tips For Surviving New Year’s Eve With Migraine
If you’re one of the 42 million people in the United States who struggle with migraine, then you likely know how difficult planning around major holidays can be. Debilitating migraine attacks can often get in the way of enjoying time spent with friends and family. This issue can become even more prevalent if you like…
Read MoreMigraine Attacks And The Holidays – Three Steps To Manage Both
Do your migraine attacks increase in severity or frequency during the holidays? If so, you’re not alone. Changes in daily routines, the environment, and additional stress may trigger or worsen migraine attacks. Below are three action steps to help you better manage migraine triggers and the holidays:
Read MoreWhat Are The Best Gifts For People With Migraine?
What are the best holiday gifts for people with migraine? Every year we ask our migraine community what they would like to find in their migraine holiday gift basket, and here’s what they asked for. 1. Your Time, Companionship, and Kindness Migraine life can be painful, isolating, and lonely. Coming in third place on our…
Read MoreNavigating Teen Migraine – How a Small Medical Device Can Make a Big Difference!Â
This blog is part of an educational project supported in part by Theranica, maker of the Nerivio REN. “I was 12 when my migraine attacks started. Up until that point, my two main concerns in life were getting into the cast of the school play, and hoping my crush would notice me during study halls!…
Read MoreManaging Migraine Through the Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us. While there is so much to be grateful for and to celebrate, this time of the year can feel quite stressful, especially for those of us living with chronic illness. From bright lights and over-stimulating crowds to the decadent treats and time-intensive traditions, migraine triggers are everywhere. However, there are ways to enjoy the season without overdoing it.
Read MoreNavigating Migraine and Relationships – the Joy and Challenges
No one likes to be struggling with pain and feel like a burden to their loved ones and friends. Equally, no one likes to see a loved one in pain and not be able to intervene. Relationships when one or more people live with a chronic disease such as migraine can be incredibly challenging to…
Read MorePhysical Therapy for Migraine
When traditional migraine treatments aren’t effective enough on their own, combining them with alternative options, such as physical therapy, may help. According to research, physical therapy can help reduce the impact and disability of migraine disease and improve strength, endurance, and mobility. In addition to medications and medical devices for migraine, patients may benefit from…
Read MoreChronic Migraine & Friendships: Navigating the Pain of Social Loss
Living with chronic daily migraine has been a journey filled with both physical pain and emotional struggle. My experience with migraine disease began when I was only four years old. Not surprisingly, the constant presence of pain has fostered a deep sense of frustration over the years. The biggest challenge being the unpredictability of my…
Read MoreMen with Migraine – The Double Standard
According to a study conducted by Cleveland Clinic, only about 60% of men attend yearly doctors’ checkups. Another 61% of men stated they only go to a doctor or physician if a medical issue becomes unbearable for them to deal with on their own. For minor issues such as colds, the flu, or otherwise, most…
Read MoreGrowing Up with Migraine: Trying to Fit In and Appear Normal
When you’re young, the thing you want most, the thing you strive for most, is to fit in. In our childhoods, we dress the way we’re told is cool, we act the way we see our peers act, we carry ourselves the way we deem to be the status quo. As we journey into adolescence…
Read MoreMen – Talk to Your Partner About Migraine!
Look guys, I get it. We take pride in our ability to handle pain and keep on chugging along. There’s almost a sort of hero mentality we get when we manage to overcome animosity and suffering. It keeps our pride strong and ego up, and there’s no greater example of this than in our relationships.…
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