Migraines

What Causes Migraines?

Migraines are more than just headaches — they’re complex neurological events triggered by nerve activation, leading to the release of inflammatory substances that affect your blood vessels.

While migraine triggers vary from person to person, some of the most common causes include:

• Stress
• Lack of sleep
• Dehydration
• Hormonal changes
• Alcohol consumption
• Strong odors
• Bright or flashing lights
• Weather changes
• Certain foods

Common food triggers include caffeine, processed meats, artificial sweeteners, aged cheeses (like blue cheese), and chocolate.

What Are the Symptoms of a Migraine?

Migraines often progress through four distinct stages, though not everyone experiences them all. The most common and universal phase is the painful headache itself.

Stage 1: Prodrome

This early stage can occur a day before the migraine. Subtle warning signs may include mood changes, fatigue, food cravings, or irritability.

Stage 2: Aura

Aura often signals that a migraine is about to begin. It can cause temporary neurological symptoms such as:

• Seeing wavy lines or flashing lights
• Tingling or numbness in parts of the body
• Difficulty speaking or concentrating

Stage 3: Migraine Attack

This is the most intense phase. Pain usually starts on one side of the head and may spread to both temples.
Common migraine symptoms include:

• Throbbing or pulsating head pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Sensitivity to light, sound, and smells

Stage 4: Postdrome

After the headache subsides, many people experience fatigue, confusion, or low mood for a day or two. This is often referred to as the “migraine hangover.”

Natural Migraine Treatment at Zen Attitude Acupuncture

At Zen Attitude Acupuncture, our experienced team provides holistic, non-pharmaceutical migraine care that targets the root cause of your headaches.

Acupuncture for Migraine Relief

Acupuncture helps calm overactive nerves, relax tense muscles, and restore energy balance. When performed at the onset of a migraine, it can significantly reduce pain intensity and duration. With regular sessions, acupuncture can also help prevent future migraines by regulating your body’s stress and pain response systems.

Holistic Migraine Support

Your personalized treatment plan may include:

• Naturopathic medicine – to support overall wellness and hormonal balance
• Homeopathic or vitamin injections – to ease pain and support nerve and vascular health

With our integrative approach, you can find lasting migraine relief — without relying solely on medications or their side effects.

Get Relief from Migraines Naturally

Don’t let migraine pain control your life. Our holistic migraine treatments are designed to help you heal and restore balance.

📞 Call Zen Attitude Acupuncture or book your appointment online today to start your journey toward lasting migraine relief.

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