Saturday, April 30, 2011
Migraines and other headaches types can be treated with painkillers drugs. Furthermore, to minimize the chemical effects of drugs, you can try a variety of alternative remedies. Migraines and headaches are often triggered by chronic stress. Therefore, these alternative remedies generally work reduce stress.
Here are some alternative remedies that could be your choice:
Biofeedback
Biofeedback is a technique that can help headaches sufferers learn skills to reduce stress. This technique provides information (feedback) regarding muscle tension, skin temperature, brain waves, as well as other vital signs. By knowing this information, you can control the symptoms.
Small iron sensor (known as electrodes) were attached to the skin. This device measures the amount of muscle tension or skin temperature. Information will be displayed in the form of numbers, electric or sound waves on the screen. For example, skin temperature lowering stress response because of the contraction of blood vessels. Medium response dilate blood vessels relax and make the skin temperature is warmer.
Results of several studies indicate a change in blood flow in the brain during migraines attacks and pain-free period between attacks. With biofeedback training, you can affect blood flow to the brain and more able to manage headaches.
Most studies on biofeedback indicate that this technique reduces the frequency and duration of headaches, both in children and adults. In general, as stated on the site webmd.com, biofeedback can be compared with drugs used for chronic headaches. This technique can be recommended as early remedies for recurrent migraines.
Stress Management
The events that increase stress, anxiety and depression have been associated with migraine and chronic headaches. Therefore, try to combine relaxation techniques with a healthy lifestyle (such as getting enough sleep and eating a healthy diet).
Acupuncture
According to the system of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture stimulates the body's ability to resist or overcome disease by improving the energy imbalance. According to this remedies system, migraines and headaches occur when the natural flow of energy disturbed. Acupuncture can improve this energy disturbance and restore physical, mental and emotional.
Based on the findings of studies, acupuncture stimulates the release of pain reducing chemicals, such as endorphins. In addition, acupuncture also stimulates the brain to release chemicals other body type and the hormones that shipping messages between different cells, including cells of the immune system.
Massage
The benefits of massage in relieving migraines headaches and has not been tested through clinical trials. However, massage is a great way to reduce stress and relieve tension. Massage technique is particularly effective in reducing tensions in the muscles of the soft, like muscles in the back of the head, neck and shoulders. In addition, massage also works to increase blood flow to the area. For some people, massage can relieve headaches triggered by muscle tension.
Essential Oils
Aromatherapy, both by the smell of essential oils or rubbing the skin, is believed to calm and change the perception of pain. Some reports mention that lavender oil, ginger oil and peppermint oil can help relieve tension headaches that are triggered.
Changes in DietCertain foods, like chocolate, cheese, citrus fruits, red wine, and some other foods can trigger headaches in susceptible people. To control the migraines in the long run, it helps identify and reduce the foods that trigger headaches.
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