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Columnist Writes About Treating Chronic Migraines
Hello again SMA community. Here’s Kala’s latest column: https://smanewstoday.com/2019/05/07/chronic-migraines-medical-marijuana-pain-management/.
Like Kala, I’ve had my fair share of migraines. It’s very common for those of us with SMA. Fortunately, mine decreased significantly after I had throat surgery in 2011. By clearing the airwaves in my throat, I was able to breath much better, and my migraines became much less frequent. When I do get them, or headaches, Advil and a good nap do the trick in getting rid of them.
I’ve never had to use medical marijuana, but I’m glad it’s worked for Kala, and others. I would definitely recommend talking to your doctors if you’re struggling with migraines, before you try anything.
Do you get chronic migraines? Do you have any tips for dealing with them?
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Thankfully I’ve not had to deal with chronic pain including migraines, knock on wood. One time my GP referred me to a Physiatrist. After the initial visit I decided it wasn’t necessary because he mainly worked with chronic pain issues. Well that and he was an idiot, telling me if I had SMA type 2 I’d be dead by now. Anyway, I do recommend if someone is dealing with chronic pain they consider a Physiatrist. Just not the one I went to. Glad Kayla has found what works for her although it might not be for everyone.
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I don’t think I’ve ever had a migraine, and I rarely get headaches. I have pain mostly in my shoulders, but nothing a little ibuprofen can’t handle.
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I enjoyed this column and I think it’s great that Kala shed some light on unconventional approaches to dealing with some of the tag-along issues of SMA. I can relate to her description of the headrest causing problems with headaches and migraines. While I don’t use my headrest throughout the entire day, I do use it to take breaks if my head begins to feel heavy. I notice the pressure causes tension in my neck muscles, and that leads to headaches. Thank you for the interesting perspective, Kala. 😊
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