Putting your feet in hot water and taking an ice bath are two popular home remedies for migraine pain, but do they really work? Dive into the evidence and risks.
Have you seen videos that promise migraine relief is as simple as a hot water foot soak or an ice bath? The assumption that our complex neurological disease can be erased with simple hacks feels belittling, but heat and cold therapy can serve as genuine comfort measures. (I rely heavily on ice hats).
At the end of the day, we’re all different, and you know your body best. If you’re interested in taking a cold plunge, or if you’d like some science-backed evidence to share with people who insist you have to try these methods, don’t miss this week’s featured article. Plus:
Putting your feet in hot water and taking an ice bath are two popular home remedies for migraine pain, but do they really work? Dive into the evidence and risks.
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