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Nowadays migraine pain has become a common problem. This is a pain that feels like a throbbing in one part of the head. Sometimes the pain of migraine becomes so much that the person cannot even tolerate it. Neither feel like working nor talking to anyone. Migraine is not just a headache, but it is a problem related to the nervous system. Stress, lack of sleep, hormonal changes, spending more time on mobile and laptop screens and irregular eating habits… all these can trigger migraine.
Generally people take the help of medicines to get relief from migraine. But do you know that even with just 10 minutes of exercise, you can get relief from migraine pain to a great extent. Let us tell you that 10-minute exercise and the right way to do it.
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10 minute exercise to get relief from migraine pain
Start with deep breathing (2 minutes)
If you are suffering from migraine pain, then first of all sit comfortably and take deep breaths. For this, inhale through the nose for 4 seconds and exhale through the mouth for 6 seconds. By doing this, the brain gets more oxygen and the nervous system calms down. This triggers migraine less.
Neck Stretch (2 minutes)
After this you have to stretch your neck. For this, slowly tilt the head to the right (towards the shoulder). Hold for 10 seconds and then repeat the same on the left side. Lean forward and backward also slightly. Doing this reduces neck stiffness, which is a major cause of migraine and provides relief from pain.
Shoulder Rolls (1 minute)
Now shoulder rolls have to be done for 1 minute. For this, rotate the shoulders from front to top and back and then in the opposite direction. This reduces the tension in the shoulders, which also reduces head pressure and triggers migraines less.
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Eye Relaxation-Palming (1 minute)
Palming is an important part of this exercise. To do this, warm both the palms by rubbing them. After this, place it lightly on closed eyes. During this, take deep breaths. This reduces eye strain caused by screens, which can trigger migraine.
Cat-Cow Stretch (Marjari-Bitilasana) 2 minutes
To do this, come in table pose and while breathing, keep your back down and head up. While exhaling, keep your back rounded and chin in. You just have to do this for 2 minutes. This exercise reduces the tension of the spinal nerves and helps in improving blood flow to the head.
Child’s Pose (Balasana) 2 minutes
Lastly, do child pose..for this sit on your knees. Lean forward and place your forehead on the ground and extend your hands forward. Doing this asana calms the mind and provides relief from migraine pain to a great extent. Along with exercise, drink plenty of water and get enough sleep.
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