Life with Migraine
Migraine: A Path to Better Days!
Enduring debilitating pain due to ineffective migraine treatment is never something you should simply accept! Perhaps, this is a message that YOU, or a loved one, needs to hear! This June, during Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, we want to share a crucial message: Migraine symptoms can improve. A path to better days DOES exist.…
Read MoreMigraine and the Brain-Gut Connection: Learn More, Expect More!
(This blog is part of an educational project sponsored by Tonix Medicines. Tonix Medicines did not contribute to the content below.) Have you ever wondered about the gut-brain connection in migraine? Why do attacks often cause nausea or even vomiting? What does it mean to have “gastroparesis” during an attack? Does this impact finding out…
Read More5 Tips to Enjoy Summer as a Parent with Migraine
Summers are tricky. On the one hand, you’ve been looking forward to more time with your children. On the other hand, you have migraine, and the thought of all that time with kids during migraine attacks is daunting. These conflicting feelings can be a lot, but know you are not alone. So many parents with…
Read MoreDisrupting Migraine Chronification: You Deserve Better Now!
Blog Content Medically reviewed by Christopher Gottschalk, MD. Thanks to our industry partner, Lundbeck, for sponsoring this educational project. Did you know that migraine is a progressive disease? Maybe this is the first time you have heard this. Or maybe you’ve heard rumors, but have dismissed them as only applying to people who are really…
Read MoreDaith Piercing for Migraine Relief
Daith piercing is an unconventional remedy for migraine relief, and it is gaining a lot of social media attention. The piercing, which involves puncturing the innermost cartilage fold of the ear, known as the helix crus, has been associated with potential health benefits, including the possible alleviation of migraine symptoms. The procedure is typically carried…
Read MoreMigraine Treatments: Acupuncture for Migraine Relief
Have you ever wondered about acupuncture? Maybe you see it as a covered benefit in your health insurance, or know a friend or colleague who has tried it, but you’re not sure if it is something for you to try? Today, we will explore this ancient practice of traditional Chinese medicine, which has been used…
Read MoreHow Does Migraine Affect Women?
I know a lot of people with migraine disease, and most of them are women. My brother also had migraine, but honestly, he’s one of the few men I knew with the condition. It turns out that migraine is the single most disabling disease worldwide for women under the age of 49. Why does migraine…
Read MoreMigraine-Friendly Valentine’s Day Gifts
How to show support for people living with migraine as we celebrate this day of love. Valentine’s Day is almost here, which means it’s time to officially celebrate the ones we love (and ourselves)! Unfortunately, many gifts that are traditionally associated with Valentine’s Day can trigger migraine attacks. With a few easy swaps, you can…
Read MoreCold Weather and Migraine
As winter settles in, extreme cold and snowy conditions have arrived. If you are sensitive to weather changes, you may notice an increase in migraine attacks and migraine-related symptoms during these colder months. We may not be able to control the weather, but there are steps we can take to manage attacks that come this…
Read MoreHow Wildfire Smoke Impacts Migraine and Headache Symptoms
Do you know how easily (and far) wildfire smoke can travel? Smoke from wildfires is becoming an increasing problem throughout the United States and Canada. Even if you don’t live in an area prone to wildfires, wildfire smoke can carry hundreds of miles into your neighborhood. Wildfire smoke contributes to poor air quality and can…
Read MoreMigraine Treatments: Ice And Heat Therapy For Migraine Relief
Ever wondered why people with migraine often post photos of themselves wearing a weird “hat” on their heads? The truth behind the “ice hat” is actually one based on science. In fact, two of the most frequently used “natural” treatments for migraine attacks are hot and/or cold therapy. Also known as temperature therapy, applying something…
Read MoreTwo Tips for Migraine in 2025
Did you make any New Year’s resolutions? Many of us will resolve to achieve all kinds of goals in 2024, including managing migraine attacks more effectively. However, it’s important to remember that your overall health improvement goals can often be better achieved by taking small, actionable steps. Here are two tips for migraine in 2025…
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