Living with migraines can be debilitating, especially when that familiar throbbing pain signals an attack is about to begin and quickly intensifies until it feels like your head is about to explode. there are also targeted pain-relief techniques and home remedies that may offer some relief during an attack While medications can help manage symptoms.
Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, has shared a simple hack that may help ease migraine pain. Common migraine triggers include stress, hormonal changes, certain medications, sleep changes, overexertion, certain substances like caffeine or tobacco, missing meals, environmental triggers like hot weather and exposure to bright lights, loud noises and strong odours. Combining medications with lifestyle changes and self-help remedies may help manage migraine headaches.
In an Instagram video shared on August 17, the physician explains the technique and how this easy home remedy may help provide relief.
The physician explains, “This is a quick home remedy for anyone suffering from migraine headaches. The cold towel over your forehead will numb your pain and reduce any inflammation, which may be exacerbating your symptoms. The hot towel on your neck will help reduce muscle tension and also improve blood circulation, helping to normalise blood flow and reduce the intensity of vascular changes.”
