Find Unique Migraine Treatments in NYC

For some individuals, migraines can be debilitating, making everyday tasks unbearable.  For many headache sufferers, over the counter medications do little to address the pain. In addition to seeing a pain management expert, there are a number of unique migraine treatments that you can try to manage your migraine pain.

Unique Migraine Treatments

Dietary Changes

Migraines can be triggered by a number of things, including diet.  A research study showed that following a diet that was low in fat can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of headaches.  Low fat options such as vegetables, fruits, and lean meats are also lower in sodium and have fewer preservatives, which can decrease headache triggers.  Additionally, adopting healthy eating habits can improve your overall health.

Vitamin Supplements

A study done by Belgian researchers showed that taking 400 mg of vitamin B2 daily can reduce the frequency of migraine headaches by as much as half.  Sixty percent of participants indicated that they saw a reduction in the number of headaches they experienced.  A drop in the frequency of headaches was also seen by taking melatonin supplements.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been used for centuries to address a number of ailments.  It is believed that by inserting tiny needles in strategic places in the body, practitioners are able to control the flow of energy throughout the body.  Acupuncture has been shown to decrease headache severity and to reduce the amount of pain medication needed to control headache pain.

Decreasing Pain Medication

Although it sounds counter intuitive, reducing the amount of pain medication you take may be the most effective of the unique migraine treatments.  Many individuals over medicate using over the counter medication to try and alleviate their migraine pain.  However, this approach may backfire.  Taking too much pain medication can result in rebound headaches that actually extend the amount of time that you’re in pain.  If you’re using over the counter medication more than twice a week, it is time to work with a pain management expert to better, and more safely, manage your pain.

Find out more about the unique migraine treatments offered by the experts at NY Neurology Associates by speaking with a member of our team today.  If you would like to schedule an appointment or check for availability, book online or call 212 987-0100.