Which of the 5 Headache Types Do You Get?
How to Avoid These Types of Headaches and Migraines…
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Caffeine-Withdrawal Headache
Options: Continue with caffeine addiction to avoid headache or get acupuncture to support you in quitting your caffeine addiction. Acupuncture helps addiction by decreasing cravings, detoxing the body and calming the shen or mind.
Acupuncture is used as an adjunct therapy along with many addiction programs. It is not a replacement, however for a 12-step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) or Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.).
- Cluster Headache (most disabling type)
Symptoms:
- One-sided pain, behind or above one eye
- Possible facial pain and jaw pain
- Pattern of: headaches in clusters (days clustered together)
Triggers: Certain foods, alcohol, nicotine, heat
Options: Avoid your personal headache triggers, Acupuncture, Medications like Imitrex may be needed once headache starts
Patient Testimonial: Acupuncture Treating Cluster Headache!
- Migraine Headache (severe)
Symptoms:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Visual Disturbances
- With or without aura
- Worse with physical activity
- Sensitivity to Light, Sound or Scent
Triggers: Stress, Genetics, Hormones, Weather, Past Trauma/ Injury, Lack of food/ water/ sleep
Options: Pay attention to your triggers and avoid them, Avoid stress. Avoid becoming to run-down, hungry or thirsty. Try Acupuncture; it is well known for effectively resolving migraines in Anoka.
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Tension Headache (not severe)
Symptoms:
- Most common headache type
- Constant dull, aching pain
- Constant, tight, pressure across forehead (frontal headache)
- Tenderness in shoulder, neck, or both sides of head
Triggers: Stress, Anxiety, poor work ergonomics and jaw clenching
Options: Stress reduction (psst! Acupuncture helps!), Meditation, Improve ergonomics at your work station, Avoid hunger and burnout
Aleesha D Ackerman successfully treats and relieves headache pain every day at Aleesha D Acupuncture in Anoka.
- Facial/ Jaw Pain Headache
Symptoms:
- Pain: cheek, ear, temples, teeth or TMJ jaw joint
- Worse with clenching teeth or poor posture
Causes:
- Bruxism (grinding teeth)
- TMJ problem (temporomandibular joint problem)
Options: Apply heat, jaw stretches, mouth guard, Acupuncture treatment, Oral chiropractic massage (if you can tolerate the pain), Improve posture (Yoga), Avoid stress!
Acupuncture Treatment for Headaches and Migraines:
Acupuncture is a great place to start managing migraine headaches or pain, regardless of the headache type.
Watch the Military doing Acupuncture on Soldiers to Relieve Pain
Why Acupuncture for Migraine Headaches?
Acupuncture is a safe, drug-free, non-habit forming medical treatment.
Many patients are referred by their doctors to Aleesha D Acupuncture in Anoka for treatment of headache or migraine when medication has proven ineffective or for those who are seeking a drug-free treatment method.
What Type of Training Should I Ask for Before I Book an Acupuncture Appointment?
Look for an acupuncturist in your area to see if acupuncture can help relieve your headache or migraine. Be sure to ask if the acupuncturist is not only certified, but also licensed. You want to be sure your practitioner has been properly trained to ensure your own safety.
…Be sure to check back for our next blog: “Warning: These Headaches Could Be Dangerous”…
Written by Aleesha D Ackerman of Aleesha D Acupuncture.
Aleesha received her Graduate degree in Acupuncture. Aleesha was first turned on to acupuncture due to her chronic, debilitating migraine headaches.
These daily headaches lasted over 15 years and kept her from living life. Her first acupuncture treatment brought profound pain relief!
This prompted her to return to school for extensive training in acupuncture to help people just like herself become free of pain and to return to living life again!
You can ensure your safety by being sure to see an acupuncturist who is Licensed!
Why wait? Start Your Relief Today- contact Aleesha D Acupuncture in Anoka today to schedule your acupuncture appointment!
DISCLAIMER
This article is not intended to replace any health care.
No information on this site should be relied on to determine medical diagnosis or treatment for a medical condition. As with any health concerns, always be sure to consult your health care provider with any health concerns.
Licensed Acupuncturist in Anoka Serving Andover, Anoka, Big Lake, Champlin, Circle Pines, Columbus, Coon Rapids, Dayton, East Bethel, Elk River, Forest Lake, Fridley, Ham Lake, Isanti, Lino Lakes, Maple Grove, Minneapolis, Now Then, Oak Grove, Osseo, Ostego, Ramsey, Saint Francis, Saint Paul, Shoreview, Spring Lake Park, Vadnais Heights and White Bear Lake.
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