Miscellaneous
Refusing the ‘Migraineur’ Label: Escaping the Migraine Label Trap
Refusing the ‘Migraineur’ Label: Escaping the Migraine Label Trap Have you ever slapped a label on yourself? We do it all the time to other people. Aunt Sally is so smart. Uncle Fred is so grumpy. Susie is ambitious, while Jeff is lazy. Labels, when repeated often, morph into our reality and, when heard repeatedly…
Read MoreThe Role Alternative Therapies have in reducing Migraines
The Role Alternative Therapies have in reducing Migraines How many times have you found yourself at your wit’s end? Your medicine cabinets are stocked with a variety of short-term solutions, and your head pain persists. I stood precisely where you stand today, armed with seven different prescriptions and a drawer full of over-the-counter pills that…
Read MoreWhoops, Wrong Way: Turning Life’s Wrong Turns into Your Best Journey Yet
Whoops, Wrong Way:Â Turning Life’s Wrong Turns into Your Best Journey Yet “If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are going.” A simple observation, but the more you think about it, the more it hits home when you deal with chronic migraines. Every week, I chat with so many incredible…
Read MoreSilent Screams: Exploring the Connection of Tinnitus and Migraines
Silent Screams:Â Exploring the Connection of Tinnitus and Migraines Do you deal with spooky, irritating, and almost supernatural sounds that aren’t coming from the outside world but instead in your head? Most women describe the sound as an annoying ringing in their ears, while some say they hear roaring, hissing, throbbing, or pulsating. If you…
Read MoreThe Silent Migraine Magnifier: What You Can Do.
The Silent Migraine Magnifier: What You Can Do. This silent migraine magnifier is all around us and has been shown to have a significant impact on your health and your head pain. Unfortunately, society has given it a free pass. It’s been normalized, and many suggest that we can easily ban it from our lives.…
Read MoreBeating the Doubt: Real Stories of Migraine Relief and Renewed Hope
Beating the Doubt: Real Stories of Migraine Relief and Renewed Hope Ladies, we’ve all been through it, haven’t we? Living with relentless pain and going to great lengths to find relief. We’ve navigated the world of over-the-counter pills and prescription meds, received injections, and even considered or undergone surgeries. We’ve explored alternative medicine, purchased a…
Read MoreWhen HRT Doesn’t Stop the Pain
When HRT Doesn’t Stop the pain It can feel impossible to pinpoint your migraine triggers in the midst of hormones and busy schedules. Juggling the responsibilities of motherhood and dealing with severe headaches can feel downright overwhelming. Hormones like estrogen and progesterone are central to our menstrual cycle and pregnancy, but their effects don’t end…
Read MoreThe Relief After the Rx: Beating migraines naturally
The Relief After the Rx: Beating migraines naturally Visiting the doctor for migraines usually means leaving with a prescription in hand. It’s the fastest solution in our busy lives. They might also mention diet tweaks and tell you to skip the MSG, red wine, and gluten. But honestly, time is tight, and you want to…
Read MoreNeck Tension: Pinpointing the Cause Between Prodrome, Occipital Neuralgia, and Nerve Pain
Neck Tension: Pinpointing the Cause Between Prodrome, Occipital Neuralgia, and Nerve Pain Last week, our discussion focused on the trigeminal nerve. If you haven’t checked out that blog post yet, I highly recommend taking a look before diving into today’s blog. This week, we’re focusing on another culprit behind your discomfort and canceled plans: the…
Read MoreWhat The Nerve: Your Trigeminal Nerve’s Secret Role in Migraines
What The Nerve: Your Trigeminal Nerve’s Secret Role in Migraines The trigeminal nerve is something we’re all too familiar with, but we may not have all of the details we need. This nerve plays a big part in the pain that’s keeping you from living the life you want. Think of it like the main…
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