headaches

Introduction Almost all of us have suffered from headaches at some point. Everyone knows this feeling and knows how debilitating it can be. Mostly it is the most common form, the tension headache. It can manifest itself as a dull pain in the back of the neck that spreads to the back of the head, … Headache therapy

Home remedy for headaches There are several home remedies that we can try at home for headaches. A good effective alternative to painkillers is peppermint oil. It can be applied to large areas of the temples and forehead with a light massage. Heat can also be very helpful, e.g. to relax the neck muscles. You … Home remedy for headaches | Headache therapy

Relaxation techniques for headaches A conscious relaxation of the muscles and the psyche can be very helpful for tension headaches. A well-known technique is the progressive muscle relaxation according to Jacobson, which is based on the conscious tensing and relaxing of certain muscle groups. With this technique, one can again focus attention on the body … Relaxation techniques for headaches | Headache therapy

Avoid triggers Almost more important than short-term therapy is good headache prophylaxis. Therefore it is very important to identify and avoid the triggers. As mentioned above, the tension of the neck and back muscles is often a trigger for tension headaches. This can be avoided by regular endurance sports and additionally by relaxation techniques. A … Avoid triggers | Headache therapy