Co-Director, Diamond
Headache Clinic
Chicago, IL
Take an over-the-counter
anti-inflammatory such as Ibuprofen
or naproxen at the first sign of pain to
keep a headache in check. But be wary
of those that contain caffeine- while it can
be effective, it can result in a "rebound headache",
leaving you feeling worse than you did in the first place.
If you reach for pain medication more than once or
twice a week, consult with your physician.
Alternative:
Robert P. Cowan, M.D.
Co-founder & Director,
Keeler Center for the Study
of Headache, Ojai, CA
Yoga experts recommend breathing
exercises when a headache strikes:
Breathe in deeply and exhale slowly
for a cycle of six breaths; repeat as
necessary. If you practice yoga, avoid
poses where the head is lower than the
heart when you have a headache. Vitamin
B12 and Coenzyme Q10 may help reduce
the frequency of migraine headaches-ask
your doctor for dosages.
Lifestyle:
Alexander Mauskop,
M.D., FAAN Director,
New York Headache Center,
New York, NY
Hunger and dehydration are often
the culprits in headache pain. Drink
six to eight glasses of water and eat
four small, low-carb meals spread
evenly through the day. Stress headaches
may be eased by relaxation-like
taking short walks around the block. Get
enough sleep: Aim for seven to nine hours
per night and grab a 30minute nap to stop
the pain before it ruins your day.
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