Many people deal with headaches on a daily basis. Headaches can range from being mild or uncomfortable to severe or unbearable and can affect your day-to-day work. There are several types of headaches. Some of them include:
- Tension headaches are the most common
- Cluster headaches occur in groups and are painful
- Migraines can be moderate-to-severe
- Stress
- Allergies
- Fatigue
- Poor Posture
- Eyestrain
- Hormones
- Nutritional Deficiencies
- Constipation
There are many medications that help you relieve a headache and ease your discomfort. However, a number of natural ways seem to be effective in treating headaches.
Here are some tips to help you get rid of headaches naturally:
- Stay Hydrated A headache is a sign of dehydration. Try to drink enough fluids throughout the day instead of limiting them to meal times or during a physical activity. Eat water-rich foods to avoid headaches caused by dehydration.
- Take Some Rest Headaches are often caused due to fatigue or inadequate sleep. It’s a sign that your body needs rest. Lie down for at least 10 minutes and relax whenever you feel that a headache is being formed. Sleeping for an hour will help to prevent headaches from getting worse.
- Keep Your Stress Level Low The more you stress, the more headaches you will experience. Take breaks from your stressful situations. Try to relax by doing something you enjoy the most. Take up some hobbies such as gardening, yoga, and meditation to keep your mind calm.
- Get a Head Massage or Cold Compress Getting a head massage or placing a cold compress on your forehead can provide relief from headaches. Gentle pressure on your temples or a rubdown may help relieve pain. Lying down with a wet and cold washcloth is effective in case of recurring headaches.
- Chiropractic Care Most of the headaches are associated with muscular, spinal, or habitual problems. Chiropractic care will help in providing safe, effective, and long-term relief from such headaches. A chiropractor can identify spinal and muscular problems and treat headaches resulting from them.
Active Chiropractic & Laser Center offers Class IV K-Laser Headache Program that provides a painless and non-invasive solution for headaches. Contact Dr. Berry to get relief from your headaches.
