In this complicated world with such tight schedules, quick deadlines, high tempers, and ofcourse never ending tensions, headache is but inevitable. What happens when one suffers from terrible headache? Take a prescribed pill immediately or resort to some tried and tested solutions. Inspite of all this most of times we still suffer from this horrible pain for hours together or worst days together.
There are times we even feel enough of it, we just want to get rid of it once and for all. But is it that easy to stay away from these constant pains and unwanted mental stress permanently. Well not really, however there are few tips and tricks that could be handy at such an hour of need. Read further to find out what could be done to get rid of the terrible head ache instantly:
- Apart from taking pills one could even resort to head massage. While I understand that in such painful condition massaging your own head can be quite nerve wracking however understand the fact that a mild head massage at the affected spot could relieve almost 60% of the pain instantly. If possible you could even visit a spa and get the massage done from a professional, which will help you feel relaxed and calm.
- Drink plenty of water. Yes you heard it right, drink as much water as you possibly can at regular intervals. Headache is common when the body is dehydrated, drinking water helps in hydrating the body and also flushes out all the unwanted toxins. Keep sipping water whole day long. Apart from this you could also have fresh fruit juice just in case drinking water becomes too monotonous.
- Drink a hot cup of coffee or tea. This is a very age old trick of getting rid the headache. As soon as you start feeling the pain, make a really hot cup of coffee and have it immediately. Remember do not take pills with coffee or tea. Have caffeine before or after taking the pill.
- This might sound really crazy, but soaking yoru feet in a basin of warm water could help relieve headache to an extent. wondering how does it work? Well its quite simple, when the feet is soaked in warm water it tries to ease off the pressure from the blood vessels that are in your head. If the pain is really bad you could also add a tbsp of hot mustard powder to this water.
- When tension is the main cause for your headache try to hold a hot compress against your forehead or at the back of the neck. The heat relaxes the knotted muscles in the affected spot and helps you feel rejuvenated.
- You can try using a cold compress soon after you apply the hot compress on your head and neck. The cold compress tries to constrict the blood vessels by shrinking them and thus it stops applying pressure on the most sensitive nerves.
- Use essential oils that has a sweet aromatic smell. Use this oil to massage your forehead and the affected area. Once done lie down and try to get involved in its aroma. This will help in easing out your tension and relaxing further on.
Apart from these tips you could also try the following tricks:
- Try to stay in a calm and quiet place when you are suffering from a terrible headache
- Get into a dark place and relax for few hours
- Have a hot cup of milk or some hot beverage
- Refrain from having oil or junk food
- Have plenty of water/juice
- Listen to soft soothing music if possible
- Take a hot water shower
If the problem still persists then visit a doctor before the pain gets worse.
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