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Dealing with migraines at work
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Headaches
Honestly, headaches have become such a pervasive nuisance lately—it seems like everyone, regardless of age, is dealing with them. In most cases, they aren't just random occurrences; they're actually the body’s way of screaming about other underlying issues:
neck and spine issues,
low blood sugar levels,
high blood pressure,
eye strain (especially with all our screen time!),
mental stress,
sinus congestion,
and plain old sleep deprivation.
If you find yourself constantly fighting off head pain, please—for your own sake—go get checked out by a doctor first.
When looking at this through the lens of aromatherapy, an aromatherapist will work closely with a client to dig into the actual root causes. Interestingly, I've noticed that people who are incredibly self-critical or perpetually dissatisfied with themselves seem much more prone to these episodes.
Generally speaking, here is what is recommended:
full-body massage,
targeted massage (head, neck, and shoulders),
inhalations,
and baths or compresses.
To help manage the pain, certain essential oils are quite effective:
rosemary,
peppermint,
eucalyptus,
lavender,
lemon,
chamomile (both German and Roman varieties), and
sweet marjoram.
A full-body massage is great for releasing tension and getting your circulation moving—I actually recommend doing this once a week just as a preventative measure.
As for targeted massage, focusing on the shoulders, neck, and head can be done either during an active bout of pain or as a proactive step to stop one from starting.
Inhalation is a fantastic way to practice some self-care the second you feel those first warning signs. Just drop 1-2 drops of an essential oil (like peppermint) onto a tissue or even just into your palm, and take several deep, slow breaths.
Baths are wonderful both as a preventive habit and for immediate relief. One of my favorite combinations is:
rosemary (6 drops),
lemon (6 drops), and
lavender (10 drops).
For cold compresses applied directly to the painful areas, try this blend:
rosemary (2 drops),
eucalyptus (2 drops), and
lemon (2 drops).
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Migraines
Now, migraines are a different beast entirely. They usually strike on just one side of the head—specifically around the temple and neck area. This pain is caused by the dilation and constriction of blood vessels in the brain, and it can bring along nasty side effects like vision disturbances, vomiting, or nausea. It's also worth noting that women suffer from migraines about three times more often than men. For many women, these episodes are tied to menstrual cycles or pregnancy, though they frequently vanish after menopause.
The triggers for migraines can include:
stress,
depression,
hormonal imbalances,
an overwhelming workload and lack of rest,
and a tendency toward perfectionism.
It really boils down to the fact that people who strive for absolute perfection—essentially creating their own internal pressure cookers—are much more likely to experience them.
The suggested treatments are similar to standard headaches, namely:
full-body massages,
localized massage (focusing on the temples and neck),
inhalations,
compresses, and
therapeutic baths.
Effective essential oils for this include:
lavender,
peppermint,
clary sage,
lemon balm,
sweet marjoram,
sandalwood,
and ginger.
http://www.aromatherapy-sunshine.com/
Essential Oils and Teas
In managing migraines, we sometimes look at things like calcium channel blockers, which can actually be found naturally in plants like carrots and parsley. Aromatherapists often suggest massaging the temples with a blend of lavender, basil, and peppermint oils. You should dilute a few drops of these into about 10ml of a carrier oil—like almond, olive, or sunflower oil—and then gently massage the temples. Herbal tea blends containing lemon balm, peppermint, or willow bark—or even combinations of caraway and chamomile—can also be very helpful.
Honestly, headaches have become such a pervasive nuisance lately—it seems like everyone, regardless of age, is dealing with them. In most cases, they aren't just random occurrences; they're actually the body’s way of screaming about other underlying issues:
neck and spine issues,
low blood sugar levels,
high blood pressure,
eye strain (especially with all our screen time!),
mental stress,
sinus congestion,
and plain old sleep deprivation.
If you find yourself constantly fighting off head pain, please—for your own sake—go get checked out by a doctor first.
When looking at this through the lens of aromatherapy, an aromatherapist will work closely with a client to dig into the actual root causes. Interestingly, I've noticed that people who are incredibly self-critical or perpetually dissatisfied with themselves seem much more prone to these episodes.
Generally speaking, here is what is recommended:
full-body massage,
targeted massage (head, neck, and shoulders),
inhalations,
and baths or compresses.
To help manage the pain, certain essential oils are quite effective:
rosemary,
peppermint,
eucalyptus,
lavender,
lemon,
chamomile (both German and Roman varieties), and
sweet marjoram.
A full-body massage is great for releasing tension and getting your circulation moving—I actually recommend doing this once a week just as a preventative measure.
As for targeted massage, focusing on the shoulders, neck, and head can be done either during an active bout of pain or as a proactive step to stop one from starting.
Inhalation is a fantastic way to practice some self-care the second you feel those first warning signs. Just drop 1-2 drops of an essential oil (like peppermint) onto a tissue or even just into your palm, and take several deep, slow breaths.
Baths are wonderful both as a preventive habit and for immediate relief. One of my favorite combinations is:
rosemary (6 drops),
lemon (6 drops), and
lavender (10 drops).
For cold compresses applied directly to the painful areas, try this blend:
rosemary (2 drops),
eucalyptus (2 drops), and
lemon (2 drops).
Top of page
Migraines
Now, migraines are a different beast entirely. They usually strike on just one side of the head—specifically around the temple and neck area. This pain is caused by the dilation and constriction of blood vessels in the brain, and it can bring along nasty side effects like vision disturbances, vomiting, or nausea. It's also worth noting that women suffer from migraines about three times more often than men. For many women, these episodes are tied to menstrual cycles or pregnancy, though they frequently vanish after menopause.
The triggers for migraines can include:
stress,
depression,
hormonal imbalances,
an overwhelming workload and lack of rest,
and a tendency toward perfectionism.
It really boils down to the fact that people who strive for absolute perfection—essentially creating their own internal pressure cookers—are much more likely to experience them.
The suggested treatments are similar to standard headaches, namely:
full-body massages,
localized massage (focusing on the temples and neck),
inhalations,
compresses, and
therapeutic baths.
Effective essential oils for this include:
lavender,
peppermint,
clary sage,
lemon balm,
sweet marjoram,
sandalwood,
and ginger.
http://www.aromatherapy-sunshine.com/
Essential Oils and Teas
In managing migraines, we sometimes look at things like calcium channel blockers, which can actually be found naturally in plants like carrots and parsley. Aromatherapists often suggest massaging the temples with a blend of lavender, basil, and peppermint oils. You should dilute a few drops of these into about 10ml of a carrier oil—like almond, olive, or sunflower oil—and then gently massage the temples. Herbal tea blends containing lemon balm, peppermint, or willow bark—or even combinations of caraway and chamomile—can also be very helpful.
Dealing with migraines at work
in Health ·
I think I read somewhere—somewhere in some random corner of the internet, most likely—that essential oils can actually help with migraines... you know, like one specific essential oil could make a difference, but honestly, my brain is such a fog right now that I have absolutely no clue which one it was or even how you're supposed to actually use it properly. 🙄Maybe try doing a quick Google search and see what comes up...
A new wave
in Music ·
Man, I don't even know what to say to you all... the only thing I can tell you for certain is how incredibly grateful I am that I grew up listening to
mother🙂
Laufer🙂
Jinxe🙂
Cold Brew🙂
I still haven't truly processed the breakup of Jinxe—honestly, it’s still hitting me just as hard today as it did back then...
mother🙂
Laufer🙂
Jinxe🙂
Cold Brew🙂
I still haven't truly processed the breakup of Jinxe—honestly, it’s still hitting me just as hard today as it did back then...
Help! My sewing machine is jamming up.
in Health ·
Yeah, better safe than sorry—better call the doctor just in case! :-)