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Sound baths for migraines
As an extension of the music therapy that I have been experimenting with, I explored the realm of sound baths on youtube. I found the trick is to find musical tracks that do not involve any high-pitched notes as these are painful when I have a migraine. There is no…
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Suggested program to reduce chronic migraines
After my neurologist told me I had exhausted all medical interventions to cure my chronic migraine, he suggested that I begin a more holistic program of recovery. As a result, I spent several weeks dedicating myself to learning as many ways as possible to self-heal myself. Below is the program…
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Migraine Podcasts
As part of my journey to minimize my migraine suffering, I have been learning as much as I can about migraines, chronic pain and mindfulness. Here is a collection of podcast episodes that relate to those subjects (it’s a work in progress) – feel free to explore: Migraine Matters (spotify.com)…
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Long meditations for migraines
Although I rarely have the time and patience, I do occasionally experiment with longer running meditations. Meditations, such as Jon Kabat-Zinn’s ‘the mountain’ remind you to sit still and straight and noble, whilst the vagaries of pain and emotion flow over you and you remain unmoved. I know it’s not what…
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Short meditations for migraines
In addition to the meditations listed in my other post for Youtube, I also have a collection on Spotify that I can use wherever I am. The nice thing about short meditations, is that you can do them in between regular tasks and routines when you find yourself with a…
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HIIT for migraines
High Intensity Interval Training was recommended by my neurologist to improve my chronic migraines. He believed that improving my strength and stamina would help my overall health and wellbeing. Apparently ‘walking the dog’ (my usual fitness routine) didn’t count as real exercise. Due to being sick so often I have a very low…
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Dancing with migraines
As a result of being sick so many days a week, I am not fit. When my neurologist suggested that I take up HIIT to improve my strength and stamina and improve my overall health and wellbeing, I quickly realized it was not for me. The sudden movements just made the pain…
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Yin Yoga for migraines
This type of yoga is slow and steady. Each position is often held for a few minutes, slowly stretching muscles and releasing tension. Many of the sessions also emphasize breathing and meditation to further reduce stress and anxiety. I initially struggled with this addition to my routine. It seemed counter-intuitive to get out…
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Meditation for migraines
Although initially a bit resistant to meditation, it is an important foundation of mindfulness. Over time I have grown to enjoy the time spent meditating (even though I generally keep my daily sessions short). Meditating allows you to practice the art of sitting still in mind and body, which in…
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