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Physical Therapy for Migraines

Some of my migraines stem from neck issues.  Specifically between the C1, C2 disks in my neck and the base of my skull.  Poor posture, injury and scar tissue can cause these to cause more tension and pain that radiates into your head.  I’ve started some physical therapy for those headaches/migraines.  I slash headaches/migraines  becauseContinue reading “Physical Therapy for Migraines”

OnZetra Xsail Review

Unfortunately, I had to try OnZetra Xsail yesterday.  Unfortunate because that meant I had a migraine!   Here is a brief review of it from only 1 usage, please keep that in mind. The packaging was a pain to open but it could have been worse.  It was very easy to use, unlike the Imitrex STATdoseContinue reading “OnZetra Xsail Review”

Video on Experience with SPG Nerve Block

I may have to consider this, if the physical therapy I’m doing doesn’t end up working.   Doesn’t look too bad.   I’ve had sinus surgery and this looks way easier than pulling that gauze that was shoved up my nose! https://migraine.com/blog/experience-spg-nerve-blocks/

Splenda and Other Artificial Sweetners Migraine Triggers?

I’m a recovering splendholic!  It was my artificial sweetener for years.   I had always heard how bad the “other ones” were so I stayed clear of them due to cancer risks.  However Splenda was “made from sugar so it tastes like sugar,”…or so they want us to believe!  According to Splenda’s own website itContinue reading “Splenda and Other Artificial Sweetners Migraine Triggers?”

Food Triggers and Migraines: What Are Your Food Triggers?

So, as I’m typing this I’m on Day 6 of another migraine attack.  My migraines are always worse in the spring and summer. It’s a bummer because I live in Michigan and these are two of my favorite times of the year.   Today it took the entire two Imitrex, a Benadryl and two cupsContinue reading “Food Triggers and Migraines: What Are Your Food Triggers?”