Can acupuncture help migraines
I am starting to get more migraines, two or three weekly. I understand that taking some migraine meds like Imitrex can cause bounce back migraines. What else can be done to treat the pain. Wondered if anyone has had success with acupuncture.
Hi TAD,
I'm sorry to hear you are having more Migraines. Two or three a week is really too many, as you already know! Taking certain OTC and prescription medications, like Imitrex, more than 2-3 days a week can create another problem called Medication Overuse Headache. Medication Overuse Headache - When the Remedy Backfires. The only way to prevent this is to stop offending medication cold turkey.
Some people do well with acupuncture. I personally have not tried it, but most other complementary therapies. Have you tried keeping a Migraine diary to track any Migraine triggers you may be having? This could provide you with valuable information. Click HERE for that information.
Good luck
Nancy
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I have tried acupuncture and have had no success. But everyone is different, so it wouldn't hurt to give it a try.
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