Headache? Popping the pill is fine. But what if you’ve got zero stash and your
only option is to ease your pain without meds.
Popping the pills too often can lower your pain threshold. Limit it to twice a week and if you need more meds, see a doctor.
But before you swallow anything, try these pain-reducing strategies.
Apply ice
A trusty ice pack is a good short-term fix for head pain because it eases
inflammation. Apply the ice to your aching area for 10 to 15
minutes every hour. The nerves and muscles on the outside of your head can be
inflamed and irritated by the headache, or they could be causing the headache.
Strike a (yoga) pose
A study from India showed that yoga can reduce chronic tension headache
pain by 71% as well as decrease spasms in your temporalis muscle, a chewing
muscle on the side of your head. Gentle poses are the key.
Press here
Acupressure can reduce pain from chronic headaches. Some people find relief by using their right index finger
and thumb to gently squeeze the muscle between their left index finger and
thumb.
Popping the pills too often can lower your pain threshold. Limit it to twice a week and if you need more meds, see a doctor.
But before you swallow anything, try these pain-reducing strategies.
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