Most of my migraines are caused from nerve issues in my neck and spine. I have occipital neuralgia. That's part of it. I also have some sinus issues from serving in the M.E. and having broken my nose half a dozen times. I already know what causes most of them. Weather changes are an issue for me due to th sinus damage, too.
Plus, in my teens I was hypoglycemic. Eating carbs was a necessity, or I would pass out randomly from low blood sugar issues. Meat, nuts, and fruits wasn't enough. This was a real issue throughout high school as I was a football player and competitive weight lifter. It went away after I reached my 20's, but I'm wondering if it's coming back now that I'm 45, or if it's diet related. Not really sure, but that's why I'm willing to go on this "diet."
Anyway, thanks for all the info. I will definitely be researching this because I need to get in better shape.
Don’t laugh (you can laugh at them) but there’s these two goofy, amazing physical therapists on the internet that have a cure for literally everything. I get headaches, sister has migraines… they help. I thought I had dislocated my shoulder and constantly woke up with major shoulder pain. Turns out it was my first rib and I googled them desperate one night bc I was in pain. Literally did the exercise three times and instant relief. Have to find the right segment for your pain
Your body may also be going through a detox and it can make you dehydrated. Liquid IV rocks and you should drink plenty of water with lemon to help your liver rid the toxins.
I know...the first time I saw them, they really impressed me...the perfect combination of easy banter and great tips! So glad you shared them with everyone! Take care fren!
I was diagnosed with occipital neuralgia in college and suffered debilitating migraines as well… the kind where I could barely lift my head up off the pillow. I was able to trace the pain in my neck/base of my head back to TMJ since I broke my jaw from a softball to the face at age 3. I went to a chiro/PT who did dry needle therapy (like acupuncture but needles go in much deeper) to break up all the old scar tissue. It left me extremely sore but wasn’t painful, he would do all along my jawline on my face and neck/shoulder related muscles 2x/week for almost 3 mo then gave me PT exercises for TMJ. Happy to report its been over 12 years without a migraine and the pain in my neck is nonexistent. As far as sinus problems with the change in weather/pressure, I have those as well - mostly from bad allergies/tonsil removal bc they used to catch everything and I would get nasty infections. The only thing that works for me is daily nasal washing 2-3x/day using Xlear nose spray (contains xylitol, grapefruit seed extract, saline). The xylitol forms a film to trap bacteria, it’s kept my son from having any ear infections while in daycare the last 2 years as well. You should look into both of these things for your ailments, hope this helps! Also - I played competitive volleyball in HS/college and also had the fainting issues which I thought was due to low blood sugar, but realized it’s bc I have low blood pressure so actually more neurological vs diet-related. Mine ended up being linked to anxiety, meditation has helped but also grew out of it in my 20s. The only thing that makes me dizzy or have a headache now is a bad sinus infection so started treating that and immensely better.
Most of my migraines are caused from nerve issues in my neck and spine. I have occipital neuralgia. That's part of it. I also have some sinus issues from serving in the M.E. and having broken my nose half a dozen times. I already know what causes most of them. Weather changes are an issue for me due to th sinus damage, too.
Plus, in my teens I was hypoglycemic. Eating carbs was a necessity, or I would pass out randomly from low blood sugar issues. Meat, nuts, and fruits wasn't enough. This was a real issue throughout high school as I was a football player and competitive weight lifter. It went away after I reached my 20's, but I'm wondering if it's coming back now that I'm 45, or if it's diet related. Not really sure, but that's why I'm willing to go on this "diet."
Anyway, thanks for all the info. I will definitely be researching this because I need to get in better shape.
Don’t laugh (you can laugh at them) but there’s these two goofy, amazing physical therapists on the internet that have a cure for literally everything. I get headaches, sister has migraines… they help. I thought I had dislocated my shoulder and constantly woke up with major shoulder pain. Turns out it was my first rib and I googled them desperate one night bc I was in pain. Literally did the exercise three times and instant relief. Have to find the right segment for your pain
https://youtu.be/cJ1n9WIGFcA
https://youtu.be/CTxGkHkO_38
Your body may also be going through a detox and it can make you dehydrated. Liquid IV rocks and you should drink plenty of water with lemon to help your liver rid the toxins.
I LOVE Bob & Brad! They are too cute and always on point! I discovered them several years ago and subscribed to their channel immediately.
They’re so goofy but literally have a segment for anything! I google then when someone’s having pain and it usually helps!
I know...the first time I saw them, they really impressed me...the perfect combination of easy banter and great tips! So glad you shared them with everyone! Take care fren!
Bob and Brad, "The most famous physical therapists.....on the internet!"
I was diagnosed with occipital neuralgia in college and suffered debilitating migraines as well… the kind where I could barely lift my head up off the pillow. I was able to trace the pain in my neck/base of my head back to TMJ since I broke my jaw from a softball to the face at age 3. I went to a chiro/PT who did dry needle therapy (like acupuncture but needles go in much deeper) to break up all the old scar tissue. It left me extremely sore but wasn’t painful, he would do all along my jawline on my face and neck/shoulder related muscles 2x/week for almost 3 mo then gave me PT exercises for TMJ. Happy to report its been over 12 years without a migraine and the pain in my neck is nonexistent. As far as sinus problems with the change in weather/pressure, I have those as well - mostly from bad allergies/tonsil removal bc they used to catch everything and I would get nasty infections. The only thing that works for me is daily nasal washing 2-3x/day using Xlear nose spray (contains xylitol, grapefruit seed extract, saline). The xylitol forms a film to trap bacteria, it’s kept my son from having any ear infections while in daycare the last 2 years as well. You should look into both of these things for your ailments, hope this helps! Also - I played competitive volleyball in HS/college and also had the fainting issues which I thought was due to low blood sugar, but realized it’s bc I have low blood pressure so actually more neurological vs diet-related. Mine ended up being linked to anxiety, meditation has helped but also grew out of it in my 20s. The only thing that makes me dizzy or have a headache now is a bad sinus infection so started treating that and immensely better.