Alternative Treatments for Chronic headache

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Alternative and complementary therapies list for Chronic headache:

Alternative treatments, complementary therapeutic options, or home remedies that have been listed in various sources as possibly helpful for Chronic headache may include:

Ice pack
Acupressure
Aromatherapy
Vitamin B6
Feverfew
Ginger
Aloe
High-fiber, low-fat diet
Hydration
Meditation
Visualization therapy
Breathing exercises
Energy healing
Avoid tyramine containing foods (e.g. chocolate, beer, cheese, nuts, bananas)
Complex carbohydrates
Vitamin B complex
Magnesium
Calcium
Iron
Caffeine
Warm shower
Avoid cologne
Avoid direct sunlight
Avoid excessive sleep
Eat regular meals
Proper posture
Avoid excessive noise
Avoid gum chewing
Avoid nitrites
Avoid chocolate
Limit alcohol
Eat very cold substances slowly
Scalp and face calisthenics
Stop smoking
Avoid second hand smoke
Yoga
Triphala tea or supplement
Warm water enema
Basti enema
Massage
Chiropractic
Aloe vera gel (for consumption)
Scalp and foot massage
Ayurvedic herbal remedy
Ayurvedic dietary changes
Tiger balm on temples
Lavender oil on temples
Hot water with ginger powder
Laughter
Tai Chi
Avoid sodium
Green tea with ginger and sugar
Mung bean and rice soup
Qigong mind-body exercise
Investigate whether your schedule is too hectic
Investigate a cause and effect cycle of headaches-keep a diary
Raw almonds
Chiropractics

Unlabelled Alternative Drug Treatments

These alternative drug therapies have been listed by various sources as possible alternative treatments for Chronic headache:

Paroxetine
Paxil
Paxil CD

Warning About Alternative Treatments

Always check with your doctor or qualified medical professional before using any alternative or complementary treatment, or before stopping or changing any other treatment to use alternative approaches. Some treatments or preventatives may be of dubious value, and certain alternative treatments can be dangerous in some cases.