How to Plan a Migraine-Friendly Date Night
Planning a romantic evening with migraines in mind requires thoughtful consideration. From selecting migraine-friendly dates based on your hormonal patterns to finding suitable restaurants and alternative settings, the article guides readers on creating a successful and enjoyable experience. It also touches on managing symptoms during the date, handling alcohol triggers wisely, addressing challenges in physical intimacy, and fostering open communication for a strong relationship foundation.
Mastering the Art of Practicing Mindfulness With Chronic Migraine Pain
Chronic pain affects your quality of life, relationships and mental and physical health. Additionally, you can experience independence and mobility challenges that impact your ability to work. Mindfulness-based practices are techniques for managing your migraine attacks and chronic pain. They involve creating a non-reactive awareness of the present, leaning into coping and pain relief strategies. […]
Yoga for Migraine Relief: Does It Really Work?
Explore the benefits of yoga for migraine relief. Yoga, more than a fitness routine, unites body, mind, and spirit, offering stress relief, tension release, and a sense of well-being. While not all yoga practices are equally beneficial for migraines, gentle forms like yoga nidra and restorative yoga are recommended. Awareness of potential triggers during yoga practice, such as certain poses or fragrances, is crucial. With regular practice, yoga can become an effective part of a drug-free migraine treatment routine, alongside tools like CEFALY.
The Beginner’s Guide to Meditation for Migraine
Explore the power of meditation as a natural, effective treatment for migraines. This article debunks common myths and highlights the mind-body connection in migraine management. Discover how mindfulness and spiritual meditation can reduce stress, anxiety, and even the frequency of migraines. Learn about the link between meditation and pain perception, and how it can provide a mental framework to cope with pain. Get started with practical tips for incorporating meditation into your daily routine, and see how tracking your progress with apps like CeCe Migraine Management can enhance your migraine management strategy. Also, learn about CEFALY, a drug-free treatment that targets the root cause of migraine pain.
What Is Migraine Threshold Theory?
Sometimes, smelling your coworker’s strong perfume triggers a migraine attack. Other times, it just gets on your nerves. Sometimes, you can enjoy a glass of red wine and feel fine the next day. Other times, you wake up with a horrendous migraine headache. Why do certain sensations only trigger a migraine attack some of the […]
7 Relaxing Vacation Destinations for People With Migraine
Vacations help us practice self-care and escape from everyday stressors. Whether you take an extended trip or a weekend getaway, the time off can boost your mood and energy levels. While some vacation destinations offer rejuvenation, others might feel stressful. Large crowds and wait times can make you feel frustrated rather than relaxed. Fortunately, many […]
Dealing With Migraine at Work
People who get migraine attacks face a special problem in today’s busy workplaces. You might find yourself balancing your duties with pain and sensitivity to light and sound. Experiencing a migraine attack at work can impact your well-being and productivity. Fortunately, there are ways to deal with migraine symptoms while in the office. If you […]
7 Things to Know About CEFALY’s CEO, Jen Trainor McDermott
CEFALY Technology CEO Jen Trainor McDermott joined CEFALY in 2019 after a career as an executive in skincare and health supplements. In honor of National Women’s Small Business Month, we sat down with Jen to talk about her perspectives on leadership, success, and migraine advocacy. 1. She believes that connection with the customer is […]
Managing Migraine at Work: How to Ask for Migraine Accommodations
Your head is throbbing. It’s hard to focus. The overhead fluorescent lights are painfully bright, and the smell of leftovers heating in the break-room microwave makes you want to throw up. You’re having a migraine attack at work. The worst part? No one else understands what you’re going through. Your manager expects you to do […]
Three Reasons This Neurology Resident Appreciates CEFALY
CEFALY REVIEW: interview with dr Madisen Janssen We recently returned from Retreat Migraine 2023 in Minneapolis, a 3-day conference for people living with migraine to build a support network, learn how to advocate for themselves, and learn about the latest research and treatment news. There, we met Dr. Madisen Janssen, DO: a neurology resident, aspiring […]