Modern science, modern schmience! Headaches were around long before any of the medications that we use to treat them. So what did people do before the advent of contemporary medicine? They relied on these (sometimes reasonable, sometimes outrageous) home remedies! Of course, there’s a reason these home remedies aren’t the most widely used method of pain relief any more, so be sure to consult your doctor prior to trying them.
“Do-It-Yourself” Headache Treatments
Rather than turning to drug therapy to treat headache pain, many people prefer to use alternative methods. Some sufferers swear that these treatments are as effective as medication. Sometimes, such treatments are used in conjunction with medication.