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Migraine Pain Relief That Actually Works
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items As a constant migraine sufferer, these are the things that 100% work well for me & stuff I can't wait to try.
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My Top Recommendations ✦
Try My DIY Hack ✂
Alternatives to Excedrin
My Top Recommendations ✦
My #1 top favourite alternative to the Excedrin one. Excedrin is no longer available to get in Canada and online. Trust me, I've tried so this one is my favourite and is very similar to it actually. It might be stronger when I compare the dosage. Rem...
Tylenol Ultra Relief eZTABS 500mg Acetaminophen + 65mg Caffeine, 80 Tablets
My #1 favourite migraine relief medicines to date. It's hard to find in Canada online for cheap but it's still available in the US and other countries.
Excedrin Migraine Relief Caplets 200 Ct
A more eco-friendly option over the gel pack. The reviews are high and I like the quality of the bag. This would be great for cramps, and when my knees are sore.
Glow Flaxseed & Lavender Heating Pad - Hot & Cold Therapy
I only use this when my migraine feels like its starting or ending as some good relief. ♡ I also use it on my forehead for relaxing reasons. It has massage sessions and is slightly warm.
RENPHO Eyeris 1 Eye Massager with Heat
Inhaling this wakes me up when I feel faint or weak. It helps me to manage my strength when feeling like shit. I originally used this for feeling faint but I also use this now during a migraine. It works well.
NOW Organic Peppermint Oil, 1 oz, Pure
This would be great to work with some peppermint or ginger essential oils. ♡
ASAKUKI 300ML Essential Oil Diffuser, 5-in-1
In addition to tea, this 100% organic essential oil is a great way to let the scent diffuse around the room to help in your healing.
NOW Ginger Oil, 100% Pure, 1-Ounce
Ginger tea is well known for settling down an upset stomach and also acts as an anti-inflammatory when it comes to pain relief.
Twinings Lemon & Ginger Herbal Tea, 100 Bags
The K Cups version for ginger tea is perfect for when I feel like crap and just want a quick way to make some tea without the hassle.
Twinings Lemon & Ginger Herbal Tea K-Cups, 24ct
Looks comfortable. It can be heated or cooled and the adjustment straps seem efficient to tighten it to as snug as I want it to be. The heat is perfect for eye strain and the cold is perfect for my cluster migraines' pain relief.
Medi Grade 2-in-1 Heat & Cooling Eye Mask
Having a colour changing light bulb is a lifesaver!! It lowers the chances of me getting a migraine. I usually keep it on yellow or orange most times and when I have a really bad migraine I would lower the light strength of those shades.
Vanance 4Pack A19 E26 800LM RGB Smart Bulbs
Having a microwave somewhere in your room is super convenient when I have a migraine. You can heat up your heat pads and reheat your tea/soup if it gets cold without having to get out of bed.
Nostalgia NRMO7YW6A 0.7 Cu Ft 700W Microwave
This can act as a great nightlight as well! So if you are suffering from a migraine but need to function (read something, etc.), you can turn off the main lights and dim down the light on the nightstand lamp.
Seealle Touch Table Lamp, 3-Way Dimmable
Quality matters when finding a good yellow sunglasses that actually eliminate glare. This helps with eye strain which overall would relieve some cluster migraines pain.
Horus X Gaming Glasses | Blue Light Block
Stay Hydrated! The more terrible I feel is the less I want to move around. A water bottle by my bedside is very convenient to increase my hydration.
AQUAFIT 1 Gallon Water Bottle w/ Straw & Chug Lid
If you desire quick hydration, then adding some additional electrolytes to your water will help wonders.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier - Popsicle Firecracker, 16 Servings
A dimmable nightlight in each room you typically go in while suffering from a migraine allows you to be in rooms without turning on the light.
LOHAS Dimmable LED Night Light 2 Pack
If you don't have a blackout curtain and/or the lights off is just not doing it for you especially during the day, then a blackout sensory tent is a great hack/alternative. 🔥🔥 Cut out a hole so that you can lie in bed with it for it to cover your u...
QWORK Sensory Tent - Calm Corner for SPD & Autism
This app works great! When I have work to do or still want to use my laptop, I can change the colour of your screen to any shade and dim level you want which helps to lower your eyestrain.
Screen Colors Filter [Desktop App] — Color Tint & Dim HEV Block
This YouTube video 🎶 is very popular for migraines! Just read the comment section. The sounds ignite some amazing relief of the pain you feel.
**MIGRAINE RELIEF FOR SLEEP** Healing Frequencies for Pain Relief | Singing Bowl Sound Bath
Try My DIY Hack ✂
An Alternative: Cut off a piece of old black spandex leggings to make this instead.
Step 1 — This is similar to the leggings fabric I use to make this
Barcelonetta Black Cotton Spandex Fabric 1 Yard
Step 2 — Make straight line marks on the marker with the white fabric tailor's chalk. Makes the cutting process smoother.
FIVEIZERO 4Pcs Triangle Tailors Chalk
Step 3 — A good scissors for cutting the fabric and a measuring tape, if you want to make sure the fabric will wrap around your head the way you want.
Heavy Duty 8 inch Fabric Scissors for Leather
Step 4 — If you don't have a sewing machine or just want to make this fast, use fabric glue if you want to make a more finished product.
Aleene's Fabric Fusion Glue 4 oz, Nontoxic
Extra Step — Sometimes I'll misplace the fabric piece when I need it, even if I put it in my underwear draw. It's neater to put it in a clear case you can see, label and find easier.
Hoolerry 3 Pcs Clear Hard Zipper Case S
Alternatives to Excedrin
Found this to work pretty well. It was recommended to me by a friend of a friend who is a nurse.
KIRKLAND SIGNATURE IBUPROFEN 200MG 250 SOFTGELS
What I've been using lately. Not my favourite but a great backup.
Tylenol Extra Strength Acetaminophen 500mg, 225 Ct