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Headache- the best ways to treat it.

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Dr. Ankur SinghalAyurvedic Doctor • 20 Years Exp.MD - Ayurveda, Dems, Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
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Headache- the best ways to treat it.

Treating your own headaches


You don't necessarily need a doctor's prescription to treat your headaches. Here are some ways you can find relief, without
Medication:
Apply an ice pack to the painful area of your head. Try placing it on your forehead, temples, or the back of your neck.
Take a warm bath or shower; take a nap; or take a walk.
Ask someone to rub your neck and back, or treat yourself to a massage.
Apply gentle, steady rotating pressure to the painful area of your head with your index finger and/or thumb. Maintain pressure for seven to 15 seconds, then release. Repeat as needed.
Rest, sit, or lie quietly in a low-lit room. Close your eyes and try to release the tension in your back, neck, and shoulders.
If you have excessive muscle contractions in the neck, it may be helpful to perform
Physical therapy exercises every day.