The term migraine is commonly used to describe any type of severe headache; however, all headaches are not migraines. The symptoms of migraine are diverse; therefore migraine headache may be  misdiagnosed as tension headaches or sinus headaches.
Migraine is a severe headache that causes throbbing pulsating head pain on one side of your head. It is associated with symptoms like nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound and visual problem. The exact cause of migraines is unclear, some studies suggest that factors contribute migraine are genetic, environmental triggers, hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.
One prevailing theory suggests that migraines result from abnormal brain activity, leading to changes in blood flow, neurotransmitter levels, and sensory processing. This theory is supported by the observation of an “aura” experienced by some migraine sufferers, which can manifest as visual disturbances, sensory changes, or speech difficulties preceding the onset of the headache.
Migraine triggers vary widely among individuals but may include hormonal fluctuations, certain foods or food additives, stress, dehydration, sleep disturbances, sensory stimuli, and environmental factors such as weather changes or altitude. Identifying and avoiding triggers can be crucial in managing migraines and reducing their frequency and severity.
Ayurveda uses several terminologies which correspond with different types of headaches – Ardhavabhedaka, Suryavartha, Vatabhitapa, Pittabhitapa, Kaphabhitapa, Raktabhitapa, Suryavartha, Ananta Vata
Living with migraines can significantly impact quality of life, leading to missed work or school days, impaired social functioning, and increased healthcare utilization. In the contemporary medical system one of the common medicines prescribed for migraine constitute long term use of triptans and NSAIDs, taking them daily can make unacceptable side effects.
 Ayurvedic treatment for migraine is very effective in managing migraine with lesser side effects. Ayurveda believes in cleansing the body and pacifying the tridoshas from the roots by using unique treatment modalities such as sodhana and samana chikitsa. For migraine ayurveda recommends sodhana procedures like snehapana (internal administration of ghee), vamana (emesis therapy), virechana (purgative therapy), nasya (instillation of medicated oil) and samana procedures like sirodhara and internal administration of herbal medicnes and pranayama. Visit us at Back to Roots Ayurveda clinic in Abu Dhabi to learn more about how we can help you to effectively manage your migraine and improve your quality of life.
Ayurvedic treatment of headache includes some do and don’t too. Our Ayurveda doctor in Abu Dhabi may suggest you to restrict the intake of red rice, barley, meat soup, snake gourd, grapes, pomegranates, dates, drinking milk at night is helpful in the treatment of headaches. Excessive exercise and strong smell are contraindicated in the treatment of headache.
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