Simple Steps to Crush Your Migraines!
You don’t want to live with migraines-it is not fun, believe me. But there are some really helpful ways of dealing with them. So, in this guide, we will consider easy tips that may help you handle migraines better-whether you are in school, at home, or perhaps hanging out with friends.
What Exactly Is a Migraine?
A migraine is more than a headache. It’s more like a storm in your head and can come with throbbing pain, generally on one side; feeling nauseous; having a strong sensitivity to light and sound; and sometimes seeing weird spots or zigzag lines.
6 Simple Ways to Handle Migraines:
- Track Your Triggers:
Track when you get migraines. Write down:
- What you ate that day?
- How much sleep did you get?
- What you were doing?
- How stressed you were?
This will enable you to know what causes your migraine and hence avoid them.
- Identify Your Quiet Spot:
The next time a migraine hits:
- Go to a room that is dark and quiet
- Use an eye mask or close the curtains
- Put on silent mode phone
- Try resting
- Stay Hydrated:
- Hydrate often
- Drink a lot of water throughout the day
- Aim for 6-8 glasses
- If you can forget, set reminders on your phone
- Cold or Warm Therapy:
- Apply a cold pack to your forehead and neck,
- Or try a warm compress when cold doesn’t help.
- Have these available in your room so you can get to them quickly.
- Relaxation:
Basic relaxation ideas:
- Breathe slowly in and out
- Count up to ten slowly
- Soft music
- Gently try to stretch
- Discuss with Your Physician:
- Inform your parents the moment you feel a migraine;
- Never forget any medication that the physician has prescribed.
The Bottom Line
Migraines are tough, but you are tougher! These tips will help you learn to better handle them. Remember what may work for others may not work for you. That is perfectly fine, and you are fine trying a little of this and that until you find what works best for you.
NOTE: IT IS ALWAYS RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. ALL DATA SHARED HERE ARE FOR EDUCATION PURPOSES ONLY.
