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I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 minutes
« on: Mar 11th, 2005, 9:42pm » |
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I found a way to reduce cluster headache time to about 5 minutes. This method works for me every time, and I hope it will work for others too.
As soon as the cluster headache wakes me up, I head straight for the fridge and grab some ice cubes. I suck on these continually, trying to get as much of my mouth as cold as possible. Continue to suck on the ice until the headache disappears. You can also use any cold product like ice cream, or frozen yogurt. Be sure to get something cold into your mouth as soon as possible, for if you wait too long, this method is not effective.
Let me know if it works for you. Take care all,,,
Paulette
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #1 on: Mar 11th, 2005, 10:11pm » |
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #2 on: Mar 11th, 2005, 11:11pm » |
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on Mar 11th, 2005, 9:42pm, priou@accesscomm.c wrote:I head straight for the fridge and grab about 6 ice cubes.
You can also use any cold product |
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Reminds me to call my g/f back, seems she has cold feet lately.
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #3 on: Mar 12th, 2005, 6:57am » |
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I didn't even know my girlfriend had CH.
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #4 on: Mar 12th, 2005, 7:29am » |
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on Mar 11th, 2005, 9:42pm, priou@accesscomm.c wrote:| Continue to suck on the ice until the headache disappears. |
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Hey Don.. YOU ought to be really good at this honeybun!! ;)
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #5 on: Mar 20th, 2005, 11:39pm » |
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Hi - I keep some of those reusable gel packs in the freezer and at the first moment, I tie one around my head, they work great most of the time.
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
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on Mar 20th, 2005, 11:39pm, WhoAmI wrote:| Hi - I keep some of those reusable gel packs in the freezer and at the first moment, I tie one around my head, they work great most of the time. |
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that and sitting over the ac vent helps me also! but u have to be quick!
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #7 on: Mar 21st, 2005, 2:36am » |
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Very happy for you that you found something that works. Wishing you continued success  Joe
7 days in remission thanks to kudzu!
As for me I just gotta find some Kudzu seeds or starts. Anybody know where I can get some to plant in my yard?
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #8 on: Mar 21st, 2005, 12:50pm » |
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I'm glad you've found something which works for ya!
I managed to abort one CH by eating ice cream... too bad it was only once... 
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #9 on: Mar 21st, 2005, 4:07pm » |
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I can abort in less than 5 minutes now, hurrah!
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #10 on: Mar 22nd, 2005, 9:48am » |
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on Mar 21st, 2005, 2:36am, jokrs2 wrote:Very happy for you that you found something that works. Wishing you continued success Joe
7 days in remission thanks to kudzu!
As for me I just gotta find some Kudzu seeds or starts. Anybody know where I can get some to plant in my yard? |
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It's taking over the southeastern US.....look up a cluster head online d get them to mail you some....or take a drive down to dixie land....
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #11 on: Mar 22nd, 2005, 9:55am » |
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« Reply #12 on: Mar 22nd, 2005, 11:58pm » |
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My wife is going to be in North Carolina next month. Would she be able to get some Kudzu seed to pack in her suitcase or purse, or does it only grow wild?
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Re: I found a way to stop headaches in 5 to 10 min
« Reply #13 on: Mar 23rd, 2005, 12:18am » |
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Actually the ice.....better know as frozen peas.....likely works better for some. It makes sense in that case.
Here is my techinque. Give it a shot:
Dr. Wright’s Circulatory Technique
What follows is a technique learned from a neurologist:
I am not sure what mechanism is triggered by this but whatever it is, at least indirectly helps kill the pain. I do know that this technique has nothing to do with meditation, relaxation, or psychic ability. It is entirely physical and takes some work. It involves concentrating on trying to redirect a little circulation to the arms, hands, or legs. It can described as a conscious circulatory flexing. Increased circulation will result in a reddening and warming of the hands. Try to think of it as filling your hands with redirected blood. The important and difficult part is that it has to be done without interruption through the pain. Do not give up in frustration. It may not work on the first try. Every now and then it will work almost immediately. I lived for those moments. Try experimenting between attacks. You will find that it gets easier with practice.
I was given less than five minutes instruction in the use of method. The doctor, while placing his arm on his desk, showed me that he could slightly increase his arm and hand circulation. After several attempts, I was able to repeat this procedure and use it successfully. I have had about a 75% success rate shortening these attacks. My 20 minute attacks were often reduced to 10 minutes or less. Once proven that I had a chance to effectively deal with this horror, I always gave it a try as I had nothing to lose but pain.
Perhaps it will help if you think of it as trying to fill the arm as if it is were an empty vessel. I used to try to imagine I was pushing blood away from my head into my arm. Use your imagination. There is one man who wrote that his standing barefoot on a concrete floor shortened his attacks. This may be similar as it draws some circulation away from the head. Cold water, exercise, or anything affecting circulation, seems to be worth a try. My suggestion is to not let up immediately when the pain goes. Waiting a minute is probably a good idea. So long as you do not slack off, this has a chance of working.
This technique is very useful while waiting for medication to take effect or when none is available. It costs nothing, is non-invasive, and can be used just about anywhere. It is not a miracle but it helped me deal with this horror. It can be a bit exhausting but the success rate was good enough for me and a cluster headache sufferer will do just about anything to end the pain. It gives us a fighting chance.
I hope this technique is helpful and I wish you the best of luck
Charlie
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