Management of migraines
Did you know that there has been significant progress in migraine treatment in the last ten years? According to an article by Jerry Swanson, M.D., Neurology, Mayo Clinic, that appeared in Tribune Media Services, the treatment of migraines has improved drastically over the last ten years due to early treatment of acute migraine attacks, life style changes, and preventative therapy.
Migraines are more than just a headache; in fact, migraines can be very disabling and may last several hours or even days. Migraines often have trigger mechanisms such as light, odors, sounds, exercise or even routine daily activities. Lifestyle changes are generally centered upon avoiding trigger mechanisms and trying to include a healthy daily routine, which includes exercise, rest, and healthy foods.
There are several medications that are used to treat migraines whether they are chronic or acute. For instance, mild migraines are often treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications or acetaminophen. Moderate migraines may require a combination drug that contains caffeine, acetaminophen, and aspirin, or prescription analgesics. Migraine sufferers who experience four or more migraines a month may be prescribed antidepressants, cardiovascular drugs, and anti-seizure medications.
Some potential alternative treatment therapies for migraines might include botox injections to the scalp muscles, acupuncture, relaxation techniques, yoga, and breathing exercises. Also, biofeedback might help with the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Additionally, the article mentions that supplements such as coenzyme Q10, vitamin B2, and magnesium may help reduce the frequency of migraines, along with the herbs feverfew or butterbur. Of course, Dr. Swanson does recommend that you consult your treating physician before using any alternative medical therapies to prevent harmful drug interactions.
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Migraines are more than just a headache; in fact, migraines can be very disabling and may last several hours or even days. Migraines often have trigger mechanisms such as light, odors, sounds, exercise or even routine daily activities. Lifestyle changes are generally centered upon avoiding trigger mechanisms and trying to include a healthy daily routine, which includes exercise, rest, and healthy foods.
There are several medications that are used to treat migraines whether they are chronic or acute. For instance, mild migraines are often treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications or acetaminophen. Moderate migraines may require a combination drug that contains caffeine, acetaminophen, and aspirin, or prescription analgesics. Migraine sufferers who experience four or more migraines a month may be prescribed antidepressants, cardiovascular drugs, and anti-seizure medications.
Some potential alternative treatment therapies for migraines might include botox injections to the scalp muscles, acupuncture, relaxation techniques, yoga, and breathing exercises. Also, biofeedback might help with the frequency and severity of migraine attacks. Additionally, the article mentions that supplements such as coenzyme Q10, vitamin B2, and magnesium may help reduce the frequency of migraines, along with the herbs feverfew or butterbur. Of course, Dr. Swanson does recommend that you consult your treating physician before using any alternative medical therapies to prevent harmful drug interactions.
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How are muscle tension headaches different from migraines ?
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What other problems are you likely to get if you have migraines ?
What is a common migraine ?
What can trigger a migraine ?
Can certain foods cause migraines ?
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