Post by Tara on Aug 13, 2005 7:11:14 GMT -5
Alternative therapies for chronic headaches
by Sylvia Sensiper
If you suffer from frequent headaches but don't want to take pain medication on a regular basis, perhaps alternative treatments are for you.
People who suffer from chronic headaches know just how debilitating they can be. Whether it's a migraine, cluster headache, or tension-type headache, the net effect is the same pain that is incapacitating enough to cause you to miss work or back away from household and family responsibilities.
While conventional painkillers like aspirin or ibuprofen usually provide relief for chronic headaches, many people worry about using them for an extended period of time. Others believe that finding the source of the headache is the best prevention. If you've tried conventional medical treatments but haven't found the relief you need, or if you'd simply like to take a proactive role in your healthcare, you might want to try treating your chronic headaches by using alternative or natural therapies.
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by Sylvia Sensiper
If you suffer from frequent headaches but don't want to take pain medication on a regular basis, perhaps alternative treatments are for you.
People who suffer from chronic headaches know just how debilitating they can be. Whether it's a migraine, cluster headache, or tension-type headache, the net effect is the same pain that is incapacitating enough to cause you to miss work or back away from household and family responsibilities.
While conventional painkillers like aspirin or ibuprofen usually provide relief for chronic headaches, many people worry about using them for an extended period of time. Others believe that finding the source of the headache is the best prevention. If you've tried conventional medical treatments but haven't found the relief you need, or if you'd simply like to take a proactive role in your healthcare, you might want to try treating your chronic headaches by using alternative or natural therapies.
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