Headache & Migraine

Help for migraine sufferers
Migraine is a complex issue that cannot be fully addressed via e-mail. I recommend that you visit a medical doctor trained in complementary or alternative medicine.

Migraine management
If you suffer from migraine headaches, the Mayo Clinic suggests you try these techniques to help you cope with the pain.

Headache costs mount over time
The costs of permanently treating headaches and migraines climbs over time in cases where a patient either does not seek out treatment timeously.

Acupuncture eases migraines
There's scientific evidence that acupuncture may help migraine sufferers.

Headache remedies for winter
Headaches in winter can be triggered by a number of things, Dr Elliot Shevel of The Headache Clinic offers some advice on reducing your risk.

How not to treat a migraine
If you're taking over-the-counter medicines for migraines, there's a good chance you're setting yourself up for more headaches down the line.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
All you want to know about the use of NSAID's in the treatment of arthritis.

Homeopathic remedies for headaches
Homeopathic products are often overlooked when you've got a blinding migraine or throbbing headache, but if you know how to use them you might never need a painkiller again.

Ethical approval for bloodless surgery
The ethics committee of the South African Medical Association has granted approval for research into a revolutionary new form of completely bloodless surgery.