Since approximately 30 million Americans suffer from migraines, is it a wonder that people look for relief most anywhere? When a person is suffering moderate to severe, pulsating or throbbing pain, they just want some kind of relief. There are prescription medicines as well as natural remedies available on the market for migraine suffers. Some natural remedies for migraine relief are feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium), 5-htp (5-Hydroxytryptophan), butterbur (Petasites hybridus) and magnesium. People with
allergies to ragweed and other plants should not use feverfew or butterbur.
Over-the-counter pain killers can be used as well as prescription medications. Doctors state that taking too much pain medications can actually trigger migraines causing “rebound headaches.” OTC items containing caffeine like Excedrin, may be causing rebound headaches when used too frequently. Be sure and notice if any of the prescription meds have an adverse effect on the migraine and let the doctor know so the medication can be changed. Botox injections and Topiramate (Topomax) are used to combat migraines.
Then there is MAGNUM (Migraine Awareness Group: A National Understanding for Migraineurs). This group is all about methods of treatment without medications. Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine needles at pressure points. Biofeedback teaching breathing exercises and meditation also seems to help reduce different types of pain. BeKool is a cool compress product used on the head during a migraine to help gain relief. This is not to take the place of a migraine medication, but to aide one. Chiropractic methods through massage and adjustments provide relief from migraine pain. These are a few items offered to people who seek ways of relief from migraines other than medicines. As stated before, migraines are painful, and the person in pain will seek relief somewhere.
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