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Headache Resources
Where can I find reliable resources and Web sites to learn more about headaches and migraines?
Medical Conditions Associated with Migraines
What kind of medical conditions are associated with migraines?
Magnesium
Magnesium inhibits inflammation in blood vessels and is proven to reduce migraine frequency.
Riboflavin
Riboflavin (vitamin B2) appears to be a safe, low-cost, effective treatment for preventing migraine attacks.
Ginger
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) may decrease the severity and frequency of headache symptoms.
Feverfew
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) is an herb with proven effectiveness in decreasing migraine frequency.
Acupressure to Relieve Headaches
Do you have headaches? Give acupressure a try and start relieving your headaches right away.
Acupuncture
Did you know that acupuncture can help alleviate headaches? It's true! Discover how a 12-week treatment can help manage your headache pain better.
Rational Emotive Therapy
How does Rational Emotive Therapy work to help headaches?
Wellness Programs
Wellness programs, often sponsored by health clinics or hospitals, aim to teach patients healthy living habits.
Alternative Treatments for Headache Pain
What are some Alternative Treatments for Headache Pain?
Preventive (Prophylactic) Headache Medications
When are preventive (prophylactic) headache medications used?
Ergotamine
When is Ergotamine used to treat migraine headaches?
Dihydroergotamine
Dihydroergotamine (Migranal®) is an ergot compound used in treating moderate-to-severe headache pain
Indomethacin
Indomethacin is effective for treating moderate-to-moderately severe migraines accompanied by nausea
Metoclopramide
How does Metoclopramide counteract the nausea that sometimes accompanies migraine headaches?
Naproxen
When is Naproxen or Aleve recommended for headache pain?
Combination Preparations
When are preparations combined to treat headaches?
Ibuprofen
When is ibuprofen or Advil recommended for treating headache pain?
Acetaminophen
When is acetaminophen or Tylenol recommended for treating headache pain?
Aspirin
When is acetaminophen or Tylenol recommended for treating headache pain?
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
How are Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors used to treat migraine headaches?
Calcium Channel Blockers
How are Calcium Channel Blockers used to treat migraine headaches?
Tricyclic Antidepressants
How are Tricyclic Antidepressants used to treat migraine attacks?
Anticonvulsants
When are Anticonvulsant medicines used to help migraine sufferers?
Serotonin Antagonists
What are Serotonin Antagonists and how are they sometimes used to treat headaches?
Beta Blockers
What are beta blockers and why are they sometimes used to treat headaches?
Ergotamine Compounds
What are ergotamine compounds and why are they sometimes used to treat headaches?
Serotonin Receptor Agonists
What are Serotonin Receptor Agonists? Find out what they are and how they can help manage migraine pain at RealAge.com.
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Which drugs are Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) and why are they sometimes used to treat headaches?
Analgesics
How do analgesics work and why are they sometimes used to treat headaches?
Headache Triggers
Headache triggers, or events, can sometimes activate a headache. Find out which headache triggers may be plaguing you and how to avoid them.
Medication-Overuse Headaches
Do you suffer from headaches? They could be caused by medications you're taking. Find out which medicinal treatments can cause medication induced headaches.
Treatment of Cluster Headaches
Learn all about cluster headaches - what are cluster headaches, and how do you treat them? RealAge has the information to help your headache pain.
Cluster Headaches
Cluster headaches plague 1% of people and are marked by rapid, severe and long painful durations. Find out if you might be affected by cluster headaches!
Low Back Pain Resources
What reliable sources and websites provide more information on low back pain?
Quick Test for Migraines: If You Have a Headache Now
Take the RealAge.com migraine self-test. After a few minutes, you will be able to tell if you are having a migraine or a headache.
Ultra-Severe Migraine Headaches
What's the best way to treat Ultra-Severe Migraine Headaches?
Severe Migraine Headaches
What's the best way to treat severe migraine headaches?
Moderate Migraine Headaches
What's the best way to treat a moderate migraine headache?
Mild Migraine Headaches
What's the best way to treat a mild migraine headache?
Recommended Migraine Treatment
With detailed information about migraine treatments, you can learn to manage your headaches and get the migraine help you need. Visit RealAge.com.
Relaxation and Stress Reduction Techniques
How can relaxing and reducing stress prevent and help eliminate low back pain?
Exercises to Prevent Lower-Back Pain
What exercises can help prevent low back pain? This 5-minutes-a-day back-exercise routine seems to work well for most people who have had lower back problems.
The Effectiveness of Support Belts in Preventing Low Back Pain
How effective are support belts in helping low back pain?
Preventing Low Back Pain with Corrective Shoe Inserts
How can corrective shoe inserts help low back pain?
Preventing Low Back Pain While Exercising
Preventing low back pain while exercising is challenging, many activities can exacerbate your pain. Learn how to prevent low back pain while exercising.
Preventing Low Back Pain While Lifting
How can you prevent back pain while lifting? Don't strain your back. Go to RealAge.com to learn the correct way to lift, carry, and handle heavy objects.
Preventing Low Back Pain While Sleeping
If you experience low back pain while sleeping, you may be looking for ways to prevent it from happening. RealAge has the tips for you to get a better night's sleep.
Preventing Low Back Pain While Driving
How can I prevent back pain while driving? Try these RealAge recommendations for help with your chronic lower back problems related to driving.
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