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Title: endomorphins Post by joesf on Oct 5th, 2008 at 4:13pm
Hi Gang, Im back.
I havent been in here since 2004. That was my last episode with CHs. Since the beginning of Septemeber I have felt them coming on. Yesterday I got 4 of them. Only one was really bad enough to get me into a full run. More on that in a moment. Ive been battling these off and on for years now. Only this time they were away for quite a while. I am getting older and I was hoping they were gone for good. The only things that work for me is a hot shower or walking briskly and even running if its bad enough. (tried O2 meds etc. ) When the hot showers dont work its only the tread mill that i can go to for relief until I am totally exhausted. Slowing the pace of moving will even bring up the pain so I have to keep going. Anyway I found this today. I dont know if anyone has talked about the effects of endomorphins . Maybe thats why I have to run with a really bad one. best wishes to all.. Joe Why Exercise can help you! Here's how exercise makes a difference if you are dealing with headaches. Reduced muscle tension, all that tension that makes you feel tired out all the time, that makes you not want to exercise in the first place, right? Minimize anxiety which makes it easier to cope Increases relaxation in general Increases blood circulation meaning more oxygen in and more toxins out! Muscles less likely to spasm Reduced fatigue Improved sleep Improved digestion This means more nutrients that your body needs, and quick removal of toxins. Increased endomorphins in the body. Endomorphins are your body's natural painkillers. They also help you feel better overall. The problem is that endomorphin levels often seem to be low in migraineurs, and frequent use of painkillers can lower the level still further. If you can increase the endomorphins through exercise, you're decreasing your need for other painkillers and ending the downward spiral. Endomorphins are a huge headache and exercise bonus. |
Title: Re: endomorphins Post by Brew on Oct 5th, 2008 at 4:49pm
I thought they were called endorphins.
Anyhow, welcome back. Stick around and row the boat for awhile. There are plenty here who can't row when they're down and out. This place needs every rower it can muster. |
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