Migraine Relief with a Holistic Approach

Migraine attacks can cause lingering, debilitating pain in the head. Patients may feel the head throbbing or pulsing, as well as light sensitivity and even nausea. 

If you experience migraines, you know that this condition can sideline you for days on end. Unfortunately, many people struggle to find an effective migraine treatment, and medications don’t always work well. But, a holistic approach to migraine treatment may help you achieve relief from migraine pain with natural, drug-free methods. 

Some of the most successful holistic treatments for migraine include:

Acupuncture

In acupuncture, needles are administered into acupuncture points to improve the flow of energy throughout the body. It’s a safe, natural, and effective treatment option for migraines.

Acupuncture can provide migraine relief by regulating neurotransmitters. This treatment stimulates nerves to release neurotransmitters like endorphins, which can ease migraine pain. Acupuncture needles also stimulate the immune and circulatory systems, increasing blood flow and immune function for migraine relief. 

Yoga

Yoga may be a beneficial treatment option for patients struggling with migraine pain. By promoting meditation, deep breathing, and optimal body posture, yoga may relieve tension in areas that can trigger a migraine. 

Yoga can help patients lower stress levels and more effectively manage day-to-day stressors through mindful physical activity. Given that stress is a common migraine trigger, this can make yoga an excellent addition to holistic migraine treatment plans. 

Nutrition

Nutrition plays an enormous role in your overall health and wellness. For those who struggle with migraines, certain foods can trigger migraine attacks. So, a healthy diet is essential in migraine prevention and relief.  

FirstLine Therapy

FirstLine Therapy is a therapeutic lifestyle program offered at Mind Body Spirit Care that can help with migraine prevention by promoting optimal nutrition, nutritional supplementation, exercise, and stress management. These techniques, along with lifestyle counseling, personalized product recommendations, and progress tracking from Dr. Shemesh, can help reduce the risk of a migraine attack. 

For more information about attaining migraine relief with holistic treatment options, contact Mind Body Spirit Care today.