ALL CASES OF HEADACHE & MIGRAINE NEED TO BE PROPERLY DIAGNOSED BY A TRAINED HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL FIRST.YOUR FAMILY DOCTOR IS IDEALLY POSITIONED TO HELP MAKE DECISIONS WITH YOU AND CO-ORDINATE ANY THERAPEUTIC TRIALS.
MANY CASES HAVE A NUMBER OF CAUSES (NOT JUST ONE), SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER A COMBINATION OF THERAPIES / OR APPROACHES WHEN THIS IS THE CASE.

There are a number of other treatments used in the approach to Headaches and Migraines, and they often have positive results, especially when used in conjunction with other modes of treatment; these include:

Acupuncture

There are now certified practitioners in Acupuncture as well as Chinese medicine, throughout Australia. Acupuncture may help in certain cases to relax muscles and the nervous system- this can have positive effects on some sufferers of headaches and migraines.

Biofeedback

This approach is utilised by Neurologists, and Psychologists, and involves teaching the patient relaxation techniques.

Herbal and Mineral supplements

Naturopaths, and Homeopaths can help in this area, as well as identifying areas of insuffiency.

Psychology

Psychlogists, and Psychiatrists can help, where stress or other psychological conditions may be contributing to cases of Headache or Migraine.

As usual, it is important to have an accurate diagnosis, before commencing any treatment. You can start by consulting your family doctor.

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