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Tension Headache Relief

September 20th, 2011
Stewart Goh asked:




There are many simple ways for tension headache relief hence it is a wrong conception among the people in general that medication is the only way to provide relief for such problems. Almost all of us suffer occasionally from this kind of headache at some or the other point life.

But if it starts occurring frequently on regular basis then it can really hamper your routine life. It is always better to try out some natural ways instead of running to the doctor for medication every now and then.

o The most simple at home remedy is to take hot water bath which helps in relaxing the tense muscles and relieve stress.

o Using ice pack wrapped in a towel on the forehead also helps in providing relief from the tension headache.

o Use heating pad set on low temperature.

o Gentle massage can also do wonders. Gentle massage can provide good reliefs to your tension headache so either do it yourself using your finger tips or request someone to do for you gently.

o Try to eat healthy food. Never skip your meal or be in empty stomach as it may worsen your headache.

o Some people suggest that deep-breathing exercise can provide a great amount of relief from tension headache.

o One should also try to give enough rest to the body by trying to sleep in proper posture using comfortable pillow.

o It is also recommended to practice stretch exercise. And for those who work at office for long hours should try to use chair with proper backing that comes halfway up the back. Hooking the arms over the back of the chair and pulling the shoulder blades together also provides relief to a great extend.

o Whenever you feel overwhelmed try out a few slow stretches or a quick slow walk may renew your energy level.

o It is a wrong conception that taking excess caffeine can provide headache tension relief. On the contrary it can aggravates the headache. So avoid caffeine.

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How to treat a tension headache with no medicines?

September 17th, 2011
Meagan Boyd asked:


I have had anxiety for quiet a while now. Doctors can’t find anything wrong with me so I’m treating my anxiety with excerise and cleaning. I’ve been getting tension headaches everyday and I don’t know if its part of anxiety or not. My head has been check and no signs of anything! I do take advil for my tension headaches but I hate taking medicine because it bad for you. Common sense will tell you that!

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Tension Headache – Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment

September 16th, 2011
Abdulmubeen Mundewadi asked:




A tension headache is the most commonly prevalent headache. It generally produces a diffuse, usually mild to moderate pain over the head. Many people liken the feeling to having a tight band around the head. A tension headache may also cause pain in the back of the neck at the base of the skull. Common symptoms include a headache; tenderness in the scalp, neck and shoulder muscles; insomnia; fatigue; irritability; loss of appetite; and difficulty in concentration. Tension headache is not usually associated with visual or other general disturbances and is not aggravated by activity. The exact cause of tension headache is not known; previously it was considered to be related to muscular tension, and currently, it is believed to be related to changes in the brain neurotransmitters. Tension headache can be either episodic or chronic, and is potentially triggered by stress, depression, anxiety, lack of sleep, skipped meals, certain medications and hormonal changes, especially in women.

The Ayurvedic treatment of tension headache is aimed at controlling the symptoms, treating the cause, if known, and preventing recurrence. Medicines like Triphala-Guggulu, Yograj-Guggulu, Kaishor-Guggulu, Trayodashang-Guggulu, Maha-Vat-Vidhwans-Ras, Vat-Gajankush-Ras, Dashmoolarishta, Vish-Tinduk-Vati, Nirgundi (Vitex negundo) and Sarpagandha (Rauwolfia serpentina) are used to control the headache. If the headache is usually associated with recurrent sneezing or chronic sinusitis, medicines like Tribhuvan-Kirti, Sitopaladi-Churna, Talisadi-Churna and Yashtimadhuk (Glycerrhiza glabra) are used. If the headache is associated with symptoms of hyper-acidity and peptic ulcer, medicines like Laghu-Sutshekhar, Sutshekhar-Ras, Praval-Bhasma, Shankh-Bhasma, Bhunimbadi-Qadha and Praval-Panchamrut are used. An unpredictable type of headache with irregular periodicity is believed to be due to ‘Vat’ and is treated using medicines like Maha-Vat-Vidhwans-Ras, Vat-Gajankush-Ras, Sameer-Pannag-Ras and Bhruhat-Vat-Chintamani-Ras.

Godanti-Bhasma (Purified gypsum) and Sarpagandha form the main stay of treatment for tension headache. Pathyadi-Qadha is a herbal combination which is used on a long term basis to control tension headache and prevent recurrence. In order to treat stress-related factors, medicines like Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi), Mandukparni (Centella asiatica), Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) and Vacha (Acorus calamus) are used.

Local applications, usually on the forehead, are also used to treat tension headaches. For the ‘Vataj’ and ‘Kaphaj’ types of headaches, a paste of Sunthi (Zinziber officinalis) is applied, while for the ‘Pittaj’ type, a paste containing Chandan (Santalum album), Yashtimadhuk, Saariva (Hemidesmus indicus) and Usheer (Vetiveria zizanioidis) is used. For intractable headaches, application of leeches on the forehead brings about a dramatic relief from pain.

It is important to rule out serious causes of headache before making the diagnosis of tension headache. Adequate lifestyle modifications need to be made in order to avoid or minimize the known precipitating factors for this condition. Regular physical activity like aerobic exercises, yogic asanas and relaxation techniques like pranayam are very important in controlling and preventing tension headaches.

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