If you suffer from chronic migraines, then you understand just how debilitating they can be. Even if you just get one occasionally, migraines can be a sign of other chronic conditions, so it’s important to track how often you get them and any potential triggers like stress or lack of sleep. Want to learn more about how to get relief from migraines with the help of our compounding pharmacy? Keep reading to find out how we can help!
Ask us about our compounded medications for migraines.
We offer a variety of compounded medication options when it comes to migraine pain management. Ketamine or lidocaine nasal sprays can be effective and often provide fast relief while also reducing the oral intake of prescription pain medicine. We can also make nasal sprays, oral lozenges, oral capsules, suppositories, and topical creams with a combination of custom ingredients, from NSAIDS to caffeine to vitamins and other nutrients based on your specific needs and preferences. Because our compounding capabilities allow us to make formulas from scratch, we can also prepare doses of discontinued medications such as Midrin®, a pain reliever known for its ability to improve migraine headaches.
Make some lifestyle changes– stress, sleep, and supplements.
If you want to avoid relying on prescription medications or other pain relievers, here are some of these lifestyle modifications to consider:
Stress Management: Chronic stress can have a big impact on your physical and mental health, manifesting in a variety of ways, one of them being migraines. Whether you need to delegate tasks at work, say no to overcommitting, improve your work-life balance, or make more time for self-care and hobbies, lowering stress levels is crucial to getting relief from migraines.
Sleep Support: A lack of sleep can worsen stress, so it’s vital that you are able to sleep well and wake up refreshed. If you struggle with insomnia or poor sleep quality, you could be dealing with a sleep apnea issue or something else, such as a hormone imbalance.
Supplements: Ashwagandha and magnesium are two of the best supplements you can take to improve sleep, manage stress, and support cognitive health. Both of these products are available at our Peoria location or our online supplement store.
Other tips for managing migraines include:
- Applying a cold compress or ice pack– you can also invest in a “migraine hat” that can be placed in the freezer and then worn to combat migraine symptoms.
- Staying hydrated throughout the day
- Eating a well-balanced and nutrient-dense diet
- Getting in daily movement and exercise to release endorphins
- Practicing yoga, breathing exercises, and other mindfulness practices
- Trying deep tissue massage or acupressure therapies
Let us help you uncover the underlying causes of your migraines.
In many cases, migraines are a symptom of something else going on in your body, so the only real solution to get relief from migraines is by addressing the root cause. Hormonal imbalances such as high cortisol levels, adrenal and autoimmune disorders, nutritional deficiencies, food sensitivities, and many other chronic conditions could be contributing to your migraine symptoms. Our functional medicine team can help you find out why you’re experiencing these headaches and create a personalized treatment plan to ensure you get relief that lasts.
Reach out to us today to schedule a consultation with one of our experts about how to get relief from migraines. We will do everything we can to support your journey to better health!
