Self Care
Self Care; in this section you will find ideas, recommendations and resources to apply to attain relief at the comfort of your home.
- Relaxation techniques: Techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, and yoga can help manage stress and prevent migraines.
- Exercise: Regular physical activity can help reduce stress and prevent migraines. It is important to find an exercise routine that works for you and make it a regular part of your routine.
- Heat therapy: Applying heat to the neck or temples can help relieve migraine pain.
- Massage: Massaging the neck, temples, and scalp can help relieve migraine pain and tension.
- Sleep: Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule and getting adequate sleep is important for preventing migraines.
- Diet: Making dietary changes, such as avoiding trigger foods and drinks, can help prevent migraines.
- Hydration: Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water can help prevent migraines.
- Keep a migraine diary: Keeping a record of triggers, symptoms, and treatments can help identify patterns and prevent migraines.
- Avoid triggers: Identifying and avoiding personal triggers is key to preventing migraines.
- Time management: Managing time effectively and avoiding overexertion can help prevent migraines.
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