While I'm waiting for my meds to kick in, these are the things I reach for:
The classic headache hat - I reach for this the most
This eye massager - I use this as a preventative, too - a few nights a week I'll do a full massage
This pain relief mask/eye pillow which is basically like an eye-only version of the headache hat
Just some suggestions! My mom got me the headache hat for a Christmas gift one year and it's one of the best gifts I've ever received. I don't even put mine in the freezer or fridge, whatever material it's made out of (and whatever's in the pockets on it) is cooling enough that I just keep it in my bedside table and put it on tight when I'm waiting for meds to kick in and it immediately has a cooling effect (which, along with the pressure, really helps as I wait!).
I love these but they warm up too quickly for me. I’m a major fan of the headache hat ! Seriously stays cold forever and allows me to apply pressure to the front and back of my head.
That’s awesome! I am so grateful for my team being very accommodating and understanding of my needs, it’s a blessing. One less stressor for certain. I’ll look into some teal colors, too! I currently use our freezer for my migraine hat and it’s truly a godsend. My absolute favorite non medicinal treatment for what I call “bad brain days!” I like regular ice packs too, but my migraine hat is better for most migraines. Just sharing the link with you (and anyone else reading this) in case you want to look into it!
I’d recommend the Headache Hat on Amazon - I have three of them. Ice packs on my head makes a huge difference.
Edit to link : HEADACHE HAT The Original - Wearable Flexible Three Row Ice Pack for Migraines & Headache Relief Eye Mask Long Lasting Cooling No Mess Ice Therapy Stress Relief Tension Relief Standard Size (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FGWLDR6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_64EP48RPMSBJYBQDDYKW
I’ve had this one for three years and I like it. It doesn’t stay cold too long on really hot days but otherwise it’s good.
HEADACHE HAT The Original - Wearable Flexible Three Row Ice Pack for Migraines & Tension Headaches Eye Mask Long Lasting Cooling No Mess Ice Therapy Stress Relief Tension Relief Standard Size (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FGWLDR6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_B8SQFP907C8MZN7MT2SM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I find this helps my headaches
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FGWLDR6/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_3TWXVX72FYQZFX2CS8V9