Migraines have to be one of the worst pains to suffer from. This is not helped by the fact they can hit without warning and are so debilitating they can knock you out of action for days at a time.
In the health sector, migraine relief is one of the most searched for articles online. Proving that it is an ongoing problem for many.
The Migraine Trust identified that:
• Workers in the UK lose a total of 25 million days per year due to debilitating migraines
• Over 3/4 of people who experience migraines have at least one attack each month
• Between 85 – 90% of people with migraines experience sensitivity to light, particularly the blue light commonly emitted from phones and computer screens.
These figures indicate that it’s vital for migraine sufferers to adapt their lifestyles to preserve their wellbeing and ease their symptoms. This is particularly true for people who lead busy lifestyles.
I have a few suggestions for you to try. Whether it be to ease the pain during an attack through to preventing more migraines further down the line.
First up is something we can all do. When you feel a migraine or cluster headache hit, find a dark room and lie down. This may sound simple but migraines often increase sensitivity to lights and sound. Eliminating these is the first step to recovery. Applying hot or cold compresses may also help. Ice packs can numb the area while heat packs can relax tense muscles.
Another option is medical help. There are multiple gadgets and clinically proven solutions available. One of those is the TENS device Qalm from Paingone.
Use Qalm for the relief of common and episodic migraine, migraine with aura, and even tension headaches.
Its therapy is clinically proven to help relieve migraine and its simple operation makes it suitable for use by anyone.
The final option is to try and prevent a migraine in the first place through lifestyle changes. Over the past two years a lot of people are working from home which means we have more flexibility with the ability to take breaks etc. Downtime from computer screens is essential and being able to go out and get fresh air regularly can help with easing any pressure. Healthy eating and a regular sleep schedule can also help with regards to regulating a more health conscious lifestyle.
