Is Dehydration A Migraine Trigger?

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Lauren Natbony Has anyone ever said to you about your migraine attacks, “Just drink a glass of water”? When it comes to preventing, reducing, or stopping migraine symptoms, staying hydrated is always a top recommendation, but is it really as simple as just drinking water to stop your attacks? In this…

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My Experience With Acupuncture for Migraine Relief

Woman lying down getting acupuncture needles placed in her forehead

As a long-time migraine patient, I recently decided to give acupuncture a try. Acupuncture is an ancient practice of traditional Chinese medicine. It’s used to treat various ailments and conditions, and some studies show it can have many benefits for alleviating migraine and its related symptoms (you can read more about acupuncture and how it…

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My Experience With Daith Piercing For Migraine

Recently, my teenage daughter and I (we both live with migraine) decided to give the daith piercing a shot. Or rather, she convinced me that I was cool enough to get the piercing so that I would go along with her plan! A few weeks ago, I wrote about daith piercing as an unconventional remedy…

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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.…

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Daith Piercing for Migraine Relief

daith piercing for migraine

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…

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Migraine 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…

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Migraine Treatments: Ice And Heat Therapy For Migraine Relief

woman sitting on couch holding an ice pack to her head

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…

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